The 2022 Allstate Sugar Bowl features a compelling matchup between No. 7 Baylor (11-2) and No. 8 Ole Miss (10-2), both teams that narrowly missed the national playoff picture.

Baylor Bears Overview:

• Record: 11-2 overall, 4-1 vs ranked teams
• QB Gerry Bohanon: 2,160 yards, 17 TDs, 6 INTs
• RB Abram Smith: 1,429 yards, 12 TDs
• Strong defense allowing just 16 points per game in final month
• Balanced offensive attack between run and pass

Ole Miss Rebels Overview:

• Record: 10-2 overall, 2-2 vs ranked teams
• QB Matt Corral: 3,936 yards, 31 TDs, 4 INTs
• RB Jerrion Ealy leads three 500+ yard rushers with 703 yards
• WR Dontario Drummond: 924 receiving yards
• High-scoring offense averaging 36 points per game

Betting Lines:

• Ole Miss -2.5 (-110)
• Baylor +2.5 (-110)
• Moneyline: Ole Miss -130, Baylor +110
• Total: 55.5 (Over -105, Under -115)

Game Outlook: Baylor's stout defense matches up well against Ole Miss's dynamic offense, which has shown signs of slowing late in the season. The key will be Baylor controlling time of possession and limiting Corral's opportunities. Expect a close game with Baylor ultimately prevailing.

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