Miami (2-0) vs Ball State (1-0)
Game Info: Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 3:30 pm (Hard Rock Stadium)
Betting Odds: Miami -36.5 / Ball State +36.5 --- Over/Under: 54.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ACC Network
In this article, we will formulate a Ball State vs Miami prediction for this College Football game on Saturday, September 14th at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this Week 3 matchup.
Ball State Cardinals Betting Preview
The Ball State Cardinals are 1-0 this season after they defeated Missouri State by a score of 42-34 in their first game. Ball State tied the game at 14 right before the half and they were locked in a tie game heading into the fourth, but they scored 28 points in the final quarter to sneak away with the win. Ball State outgained Missouri State by a total of 436-320, won the turnover battle 2-1, and went 12-19 on third down in the win. Kadin Semonza threw for 262 yards, four touchdowns, and one interception, while Braedon Sloan rushed for 103 yards and one score in the game.
Ball State had a very odd bye week to start the season in week one, but they were able to get the win in their first game against Missouri State. The Cardinals played well offensively, as they put up 436 total yards, but they did allow 258 passing yards, which is a concern in this game. Ball State will take on Central Michigan after this one.
Miami Hurricanes Betting Preview
The Miami Hurricanes are 2-0 this year after they defeated Florida A&M by a score of 56-9 in their last game. Miami led 15-0 in the first quarter and 25-6 at the half, before adding 31 points in the second half for the blowout win. The Hurricanes scored at least 10 points in every quarter and cruised to the victory. Miami outgained FAMU by a total of 549-190, forced three turnovers, and went 8-12 on third down in the game. Cam Ward threw for 304 yards and three touchdowns, while Damien Martinez rushed for 91 yards and one score on 11 carries.
Miami opened the season with a 41-17 win on the road against Florida, which was a big statement coming into this 2024 season. The Hurricanes are scoring 48.5 points per game with 354.5 passing yards and 184.5 rushing yards per game, while the defense is allowing 13 points per game. Miami is 59.1% on third-down conversions and 0-2 on fourth-down so far this season. Cam Ward is completing 75.4% of his passes for 689 yards, six touchdowns, and one interception, while Xavier Restrepo has caught 11 passes for 216 yards and two scores.
Ball State vs Miami Prediction
Miami comes into this game looking for their third straight win to open the season and they have one of the best quarterbacks in the country. Cam Ward has put up some great numbers in the first two games and he should continue that here, as Ball State gave up quite a few passing yards to Missouri State. The Cardinals' defense is going to have some major problems in this game and while I do think their offense could put together a few drives, I also think Miami can score on every possession if they wanted to. Take the Hurricanes to win in a blowout.
David’s Pick Miami -36.5
AUTHOR: David Racey
