Country music star Jelly Roll recently shared his bold prediction for the highly anticipated Alabama vs. Tennessee game. His appearance on ESPN’s College GameDay coincided with a thrilling matchup between Georgia and Ole Miss, where he served as the celebrity picker from Athens.
Jelly Roll’s Message for Coach Nick Saban
During the event, Jelly Roll took a moment to express his admiration for legendary Alabama coach Nick Saban. He humorously acknowledged the mixed emotions from his family’s perspective, noting that while they respected Saban, they were also fans of Vanderbilt. Jelly Roll said, “I have dreamed of meeting Coach Saban to tell him my family respected and admired you just as much as they hated you.”
He boldly predicted an upset for Tennessee, saying, “The Tennessee Vols are ready. (Tennessee quarterback Joey) Aguilar is coming in on fire, and (Tennessee coach Josh) Heupel’s not going to let us down.” He captured the spirit of the rivalry by adding that it felt like the late ’90s in Knoxville.
Expert Predictions for Alabama vs. Tennessee
The panel of ESPN analysts had varied opinions on the forthcoming game. While Jelly Roll backed Tennessee, most analysts chose Alabama. Kirk Herbstreit noted, “Good stuff. I’m going Bama.” Coach Nick Saban mentioned the explosive offenses, predicting a high-scoring game, and expressed confidence in the home field advantage.
- Panel Predictions:
- Kirk Herbstreit: Alabama
- Pat McAfee: Alabama
- Jelly Roll: Tennessee
Other Game Picks by Jelly Roll
In addition to the Alabama-Tennessee game, Jelly Roll made selections for several other matchups:
| Matchup | Jelly Roll’s Pick |
|---|---|
| Georgia Tech vs. Duke | Georgia Tech |
| Texas Tech vs. Arizona State | Texas Tech |
| Utah vs. BYU | BYU |
| LSU vs. Vanderbilt | Vanderbilt |
| Washington vs. Michigan | Michigan |
| USC vs. Notre Dame | Notre Dame |
| Ole Miss vs. Georgia | Georgia |
The Alabama vs. Tennessee game promises to be an electrifying event with passionate fans on both sides. As the rivalry heats up, all eyes will be on how Jelly Roll’s prediction unfolds.
