Texas A&M vs South Carolina Week 12 Betting Preview
Texas A&M is 9-0 and No. 3 in the CFP, and Mike Elko has spent the week reminding his team that South Carolina beat the Aggies 44-20 last season. That message has shaped preparation for Saturday.
The Aggies rolled Missouri 38-17 behind 221 passing yards from Marcel Reed and 102 rushing yards from Rueben Owens II. Their defense held Missouri to 77 passing yards and continues to rank among the best pressure units in the country.
Reed has thrown at least two touchdowns in seven of nine games and sits top 25 in total offense. Texas A&M is 6-0 in SEC play for the first time since joining the conference.
South Carolina is 3-6 and deep into a brutal run of ranked opponents. LaNorris Sellers torched A&M last season, but this fall he has seven touchdown passes and five picks. The Gamecocks are last in the SEC in scoring and total offense after Shane Beamer fired two offensive coaches during the bye week.
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Line Movement and Odds
Texas A&M opened around -17.5 with a total of 47.5. The market has pushed A&M to around -19.5, with some movement toward -20. The total sits between 47.5 and 48.5.
Typical current range:
- Spread: Texas A&M -19.5
- Moneyline: A&M heavy favorite, SC large underdog
- Total: 47.5 to 48.5
The shift reflects sharper early money on the Aggies and public action leaning the same direction.
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Matchup Breakdown
Texas A&M controls the trenches. The Aggies lead the nation in sacks and sit near the top in pressure rate. South Carolina’s offensive line has struggled for two seasons, giving A&M a clear defensive edge.
A&M’s offense ranks top 15 in points per game and top 25 in rushing. Reed’s mobility blends with Owens’ efficiency, helping them dictate tempo and stay ahead of schedule.
South Carolina leans on Sellers and explosive shots to Nyck Harbor and Rahsul Faison. The defense can create havoc with strong sack and takeaway numbers, but it has struggled to sustain stops against high-level opponents.
The central question for bettors:
Does South Carolina create early-down disruption, or does A&M’s front dominate as soon as the Aggies build a lead?
Injuries and Conditions
Texas A&M Aggies
- LB Scooby Williams, limited, trending toward game-time.
- RB Le’Veon Moss, monitored workload.
- S Bryce Anderson and WR Jerome Myles remain uncertain, with Myles expected out.
South Carolina Gamecocks
- WR Jayden Sellers expected to return.
- DB Buddy Mack III likely available.
- OL Cason Henry still questionable.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Texas A&M trends
- 22-3 straight up as a favorite since 2023
- 19-3 straight up at home since 2022
- 4-0 to the over this season
South Carolina trends
- 8-2 ATS in last 10 road games
- 13-5 to the over after a loss
Best Bet: Texas A&M -19.5
Secondary Lean: Over 48.5
Projected score: Texas A&M 38, South Carolina 14
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