The Southeastern Conference in 2024 looks quite a bit different than in years past. For the first time in 11 seasons, the SEC adds two teams – the Oklahoma Sooners and Texas Longhorns. Texas presents an interesting case, as they open the second favorites in SEC odds behind the Georgia Bulldogs. With the implementation of the 12-team College Football Playoff, we may see three or more SEC teams playing in the postseason. Even more change impacts the conference as legendary coach Nick Saban announced his retirement, ushering in a new era for Alabama football.
Included are team-by-team previews, power rankings, players to watch, and more.
SEC football odds 2024
To bet on a team future, simply click on the odds below.
2024 SEC Power Rankings
- Texas Longhorns (7-1, 3-1), Texas Longhorns +160 on FanDuel
- Georgia Bulldogs (6-1, 4-1), Georgia Bulldogs +310 on DraftKings
- Ole Miss Rebels (6-2, 2-2), Ole Miss Rebels +8000 on FanDuel
- Alabama Crimson Tide (6-2, 3-2), Alabama Crimson Tide +165 on FanDuel
- Texas A&M Aggies (7-1, 5-0), Texas A&M Aggies +1700 on DraftKings
- Tennessee Volunteers (6-1, 3-1), Tennessee Volunteers +40000 on FanDuel
- LSU Tigers (6-2, 3-1), LSU Tigers +2000 on BetMGM
- South Carolina Gamecocks (4-3, 2-3), South Carolina Gamecocks +50000 on BetMGM
- Arkansas Razorbacks (5-3, 3-2), Arkansas Razorbacks +50000 on BetMGM
- Florida Gators (4-3, 2-2), Florida Gators +50000 on BetMGM
- Vanderbilt Commodores (5-3, 2-2), Vanderbilt Commodores +50000 on BetMGM
- Missouri Tigers (6-2, 2-2), Missouri Tigers +25000 on BetMGM
- Auburn Tigers (3-5, 1-4), Auburn Tigers +75000 on BetMGM
- Oklahoma Sooners (4-4, 1-4), (Oklahoma Sooners +50000 on BetMGM
- Kentucky Wildcats (3-5, 1-5), Kentucky Wildcats +50000 on BetMGM
- Mississippi State Bulldogs (1-7, 0-5), Mississippi State Bulldogs +75000 on BetMGM
Players to watch
For more information on star QBs like Quinn Ewers, Carson Beck, and Jalen Milroe, check out Heisman Trophy odds.
Luther Burden II, WR, Missouri: The secret’s out on Burden. Last year, the sophomore broke out as one of the nation’s top weapons. He collected over 1,200 receiving yards and scored nine touchdowns, running primarily from the SLOT (a change from his outside alignment as a freshman). Burden projects to be a high first-round pick in the next NFL Draft and is the presumed favorite for the Biletnikoff Award this season.
James Pearce Jr., EDGE, Tennessee: As a junior, Pearce put up truly ridiculous numbers. He tied the SEC lead with 10 sacks, added 14.5 tackles for a loss, and a 52-yard pick six. Pearce projects as a top-five NFL Draft prospect – a denomination that’s sure to earn him plenty of double team blocks. But at 6-foot-5, 242 pounds, and a reported 40-time below 4.5 seconds, will that be enough to contain him?
Deion Burks, WR, Oklahoma: The Purdue transfer exploded onto the scene during Oklahoma’s spring game. All reports from camp suggest he’s one of the most dangerous players on the field at all times. The only thing capable of hindering Burks this season (barring injury) is Oklahoma’s fourth-ranked strength of schedule nationally, including games against some truly nasty secondaries like Alabama and Missouri.
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SEC results 2023
| West | Conference Record | East | Conference Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 8-0 | Georgia | 8-0 |
| Ole Miss | 6-2 | Missouri | 6-2 |
| LSU | 6-2 | Tennessee | 4-4 |
| Texas A&M | 4-4 | South Carolina | 3-5 |
| Auburn | 3-5 | Florida | 3-5 |
| Mississippi State | 1-7 | Kentucky | 3-5 |
| Arkansas | 1-7 | Vanderbilt | 0-8 |
Past conference champions
| Year | Winner | Record |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Alabama | 12-2 |
| 2022 | Georgia* | 15-0 |
| 2021 | Alabama | 13-2 |
| 2020 | Alabama* | 13-0 |
| 2019 | LSU* | 15-0 |
| 2018 | Alabama | 14-1 |
| 2017 | Georgia | 13-2 |
| 2016 | Alabama | 14-1 |
| 2015 | Alabama* | 14-1 |
| 2014 | Alabama | 12-2 |
| 2013 | Auburn | 12-2 |
| 2012 | Alabama* | 13-1 |
| 2011 | LSU | 13-1 |
| 2010 | Auburn* | 14-0 |
*Indicates National Champion
How to bet on SEC Odds
When betting conference futures– or any prop, at that– be sure to shop around at different books for the best price. Just because BetMGM offers Texas to win the SEC at +450 doesn’t mean they all do; FanDuel Sportsbook may offer the same prop at +600, increasing your potential payout. Here at TheLines, we compile all the odds for you so you don’t have to spend time flipping through tabs.
Betting conference winners in college football can be a tricky proposition. While it may be simple to click chalky teams like Georgia and move on, there’s not much value in that. Consider factors like:
- Returning production
- Coaching turnover
- Star quarterbacks
- Schedule (out of conference and home/away splits)
- Offensive line experience/cohesiveness
Betting college football differs heavily from the NFL. You need to consider talent gaps, coaching prowess, and positional depth, particularly at the line of scrimmage. Don’t let recruiting dominate team evaluation as those players won’t see the field for at least another season or two.
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