Overview

• BetMGM lists Tennessee as a 14-point favorite over Syracuse with a -600 moneyline and a 50.5-point total.
• Dimers’ model gives the Volunteers a 79% win probability and projects a 31-19 final, while ESPN’s forecast is 88.6% in Tennessee’s favor.
• Kickoff is Saturday, Aug. 30 at 12 p.m. ET at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on ABC, with streaming available on Fubo.
• Dimers’ updated ACC projections give Syracuse a 1.5% chance to win the conference entering the 2025 season.
• Previews note Tennessee’s outlook is affected by the loss of Nico Iamaleava, as Syracuse turns to Rickie Collins after Kyle McCord’s departure to the NFL.