Top Player Prop Bets for Georgia vs Texas Top-5 Showdown

• Texas vs Georgia player props are available for Saturday’s CFB game
• We’re targeting Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers in the passing yards market
• See our full Georgia-Texas props, including plays on Dominic Lovett and Gunnar Helm

The No. 1 Texas Longhorns face their toughest test of the season as they host the No. 5 Georgia Bulldogs in a highly-anticipated SEC clash on Saturday. With both teams boasting potent offenses and stingy defenses, this matchup is ripe with player prop betting opportunities.

Let’s dive into some of the most intriguing player props for this game, focusing on Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers, Georgia’s receiving corps, and Longhorns tight end Gunnar Helm.

Georgia vs Texas Prop Bets

All prop odds as of Oct. 19, at Bet365 Sportsbook.

Prop Pick #1: Quinn Ewers Over 257.5 Passing Yards (-115)

My first Georgia vs Texas prop bet is for Quinn Ewers to exceed his passing yards prop of 257.5. The junior signal-caller has been spectacular in limited action this season, completing 72.2% of his passes for 980 yards and nine touchdowns.

The Texas QB has shown his ability to perform in big games, including against Michigan earlier this season. Ewers completed 24 of 36 passes for 246 yards and three touchdowns in that matchup. In his last high-stakes home game (Big 12 Title), Ewers lit up the scoreboard with 318 yards and three touchdowns.

Georgia’s pass defense, while still solid, has shown some vulnerability this season. The Bulldogs rank 87th in the country in defensive success rate on dropbacks. They recently allowed Mississippi State’s backup QB Michael Van Buren Jr. to pass for 306 yards, and they’re giving up 7.12 yards per attempt.

Steve Sarkisian is likely to employ a strategy that takes advantage of Georgia’s defensive shortcomings. The Longhorns have one of the most talented receiving corps in the country, led by Isaiah Bond and Ryan Wingo, which should help Ewers rack up the passing yards.

With Georgia’s recent struggles against intermediate and short passes, particularly on out patterns and outside curl routes, Ewers could find success in the passing game. Take the ‘over’ on his passing props as he aims to bolster his Heisman odds.

• Pick: Quinn Ewers Over 257.5 Passing Yards (-115)

Prop Pick #2: Dominic Lovett Under 55.5 Receiving Yards (-115)

One player I’m fading in the UGA vs Texas props is Bulldogs WR Dominic Lovett. Georgia wide receiver Dominic Lovett has yet to truly break out this season, averaging 50.3 receiving yards per game and going under 56 yards in four of six games.

The Longhorns boast a lethal defense that has held opponents to just 4.2 yards per pass attempt this season. This will be the toughest secondary Lovett and the Bulldogs have faced so far in 2024.

“He’s putting guys on their head like they’re break dancing!” @DesmondHoward on Anthony Hill Jr. and Texas’ defense 😤 pic.twitter.com/vrOq22pLCI

— College GameDay (@CollegeGameDay) October 19, 2024

While Texas’ defense hasn’t faced an elite offense like Georgia’s, they have shut down the top receivers on respectable teams like Michigan and Oklahoma. In tough matches (Clemson 2024, Bama 2023), Lovett hasn’t come close to his Saturday prop number.

Furthermore, Georgia’s offense is dealing with injuries to key players like running backs Roderick Robinson and Branson Robinson. This should allow Texas to focus more on shutting down the passing game and limiting Lovett’s production.

While Lovett has been consistent, recording at least three catches in every game this season, he hasn’t shown enough to make us think he will surpass 55.5 yards in his biggest test.

• Pick: Dominic Lovett Under 55.5 Receiving Yards (-115)

Prop Pick #3: Gunnar Helm Anytime Touchdown Scorer (+140)

For my anytime touchdown pick, I’m riding with Longhorns tight end Gunnar Helm to find paydirt. The senior has become a reliable red zone target for Quinn Ewers this season, catching 21 passes for 311 yards and two scores.

Helm recently balled out in Red River, hauling in five receptions for 91 yards and a touchdown. This continued his streak of strong games, including a standout showing against Michigan, where he caught seven passes for 98 yards and another score.

#Texas TE Gunnar Helm (6-5, 250, #85)

A prospect that’s experiencing a breakout season (21/311/2), he’s inserted his name into what’s already a good TE class and seeing his stock climb. Impressive during my live-viewing of him.

A name to keep an eye on today vs. Georgia. pic.twitter.com/RgtWlge7HY

— Jordan Reid (@Jordan_Reid) October 19, 2024

Georgia’s defense has struggled at times to contain opposing tight ends. In that marquee game against Alabama, Tide TE CJ Dippre hauled in four passes for 38 yards. Bama used their tight ends to create matchup advantages, and I expect UGA to follow suit.

At +140 odds, Helm presents solid value as an anytime touchdown scorer. His size (6’5″, 235 lbs) and athleticism make him a tough matchup for defenders, and he should be a key target for Ewers in scoring situations.

• Pick: Gunnar Helm Anytime TD (+140)

As the highly anticipated matchup between the Georgia Bulldogs and Texas Longhorns approaches, fans and bettors alike are eagerly looking for ways to get in on the action. One popular way to do so is through player prop bets, which allow bettors to wager on specific outcomes involving individual players rather than just the final score of the game.

For this top-5 showdown, there are several intriguing player prop bets to consider. One of the most popular options is betting on the total passing yards for each team’s starting quarterback. Georgia’s JT Daniels and Texas’ Casey Thompson are both talented signal-callers who have the ability to put up big numbers through the air. Bettors can wager on whether each quarterback will exceed a certain passing yardage total, with odds typically set based on their season averages and the strength of the opposing defense.

Another popular player prop bet for this game is predicting which running back will have the most rushing yards. Georgia boasts a strong rushing attack led by Zamir White, while Texas relies heavily on Bijan Robinson to carry the load on the ground. Bettors can place wagers on which back will outperform the other in terms of rushing yards, providing an added layer of excitement to the game.

In addition to individual player performances, bettors can also place prop bets on specific outcomes such as whether a certain player will score a touchdown or make a key defensive play. For example, bettors could wager on whether Georgia’s star receiver George Pickens will find the end zone or if Texas’ standout linebacker DeMarvion Overshown will record a sack.

Overall, player prop bets add an extra element of excitement to an already highly anticipated matchup between two top-5 teams. By carefully analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of each player and team, bettors can make informed decisions on which prop bets to place and potentially cash in on the action. So as you gear up for the Georgia vs Texas showdown, consider getting in on the action with some top player prop bets.