Ohio Bobcats vs. Miami RedHawks Prediction, Oct 19, 2024 College Football Picks, Best Bets and Odds

Game: Ohio Bobcats vs. Miami RedHawks

Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024

Location: Yager Stadium in Oxford, OH

TV: ESPN+

Odds/point distribution: RedHawks (-4.0)

Total/Over-Under: 44

The Miami RedHawks (2-4) host the Ohio Bobcats (4-2) at Yager Stadium on Saturday, October 19, 2024. Ohio opens this game as a 4.0 point underdog. The total number is set at 44.

The Ohio Bobcats go into this matchup 4-2 this season. The last time they took the field, the Bobcats faced the Central Michigan Chippewas and claimed victory by a final score of 27-25. Against the run, the Bobcats gave up 161 yards on 39 attempts, which equates to 4.1 yards per run allowed. Ohio totaled 14 pass completions on 22 attempts for 131 yards and a 63.6% completion rate. At the end of the game, they had 59 plays, giving them a total of 424 yards. The Ohio Bobcats ran the ball a total of 37 times and recorded 277 yards, giving them an average of 7.5 yards per attempt.

The Bobcats have totaled 2,261 yards this year. When it comes to getting the ball into the end zone, Ohio has scored 5 passing touchdowns and 11 touchdowns on the ground. They gave the ball to the opponent twelve times. Ohio scored 121 first downs on offense and was called for 38 violations for 342 yards. Offensively, they average 204.7 yards on the ground, which ranks them 24th nationally. When it comes to scoring, the Ohio Bobcats are averaging 22.2 points per game.

The Bobcats rank 65th nationally in scoring opponents, allowing 23.3 points per game. They allow an average of 3.5 yards per tote and 110.7 rushing yards per contest on the year. During the season, they have allowed 664 rushing yards in six games. When it comes to passing yards, the Bobcats allow 1,327 yards, which ranks them 82nd nationally. They gained 221.2 passing yards per game and also posted a 63.5% completion rate. Overall, they give up 331.8 yards per game, ranking 39th in D-1. They gave up 6 touchdowns through the air and 9 touchdowns hitting the rock in the air.

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The RedHawks come into this matchup with a record of 2-4 this season. The last time they took the field, the RedHawks were winning against the Eastern Michigan Eagles by a final score of 38-14. Miami ran for 6.4 yards per carry and totaled 199 yards on 31 attempts. The RedHawks finished the game with 421 yards rushing on 44 plays (9.6 yards per game). The RedHawks' pass defense posted a 64.3% completion rate and lost 211 yards on 27 of 42 passes. Miami gave up 41 attempts on the ground for 121 yards (3.0 yards per rush).

When it comes to how many points they score, the RedHawks rank 123rd in the nation with 17.7 PPG. The Miami RedHawks average 332.7 yards/contest, ranking 110th nationally. The Miami offense has accumulated 279 yards of offense on 36 infractions, which ranks 82nd in Division 1 in assists of the opponent. They threw 7 picks, lost 2 fumbles and recorded 102 first downs. Season-to-date, the RedHawks currently have 1,401 total passing yards and an average of 233.5 throwing yards per game, which ranks them 63rd in D-1. They average 99.2 run yards per game and have carried the ball a total of 595 yards.

The RedHawks are giving up 22.0 points per contest, which ranks them 53rd in college football. Miami has allowed a total of 1,005 yards rushing (167.5 yards per contest) and 10 touchdowns rushing on the season. In total they gave up 132 total points. They have allowed opponents 5 touchdowns through the air in addition to 204.0 yards per game, which ranks them 50th in Division 1. The RedHawks defense was on the field for 415 games, which ranks 102nd in Division 1. They have 6 earned fumbles and 3 picks this season.

Who will win the Bobcats/RedHawks college football game against the spread tonight?

Tony's pick: Take the Bobcats +4.0

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