Miami-OH (8-4) vs Ohio (9-3)
Game Info: Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 12:00 pm (Ford Field)
Betting Odds: Miami-OH -2.5 / Ohio +2.5 --- Over/Under: 44.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ESPN
In this article, we will formulate an Ohio vs Miami-OH prediction for this College Football game on Saturday, December 7th at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan. Let’s take a look at the prediction for the MAC Championship game.
Ohio Bobcats Betting Preview
The Ohio Bobcats are 9-3 (7-1) this year after they defeated Ball State by a score of 42-21 in their last game. Ohio led 21-7 at halftime and scored 21 of the first 28 points in the second half to pull away with the win. The Bobcats outgained Ball State by a total of 475-375, tied the turnover battle at two, and went 7-10 on third down in the game. Parker Navarro threw for 169 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception, while also rushing for 110 yards and two scores.
Prior to that win, the Bobcats won four games in a row against Toledo, Eastern Michigan, Kent State, and Buffalo. The Ohio offense has scored 30.5 points per game with 183.8 passing yards and 210.5 rushing yards per game, while the defense has allowed 18.7 points per game this season. Parker Navarro has completed 65% of his passes for 1,934 yards, 10 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions, while Anthony Tyus III has rushed for 960 yards and eight scores.
Miami-OH RedHawks Betting Preview
The Miami RedHawks are 8-4 (7-1) this season after they defeated Bowling Green by a score of 28-12 in their last game. Miami led 14-5 at the half, but their lead was cut to 14-12 in the fourth quarter before they pulled away for the win. The RedHawks outgained Bowling Green by a total of 376-261, lost the turnover battle 2-1, and went 4-10 on third down in the game. Brett Gabbert threw for 255 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions, while Keyon Mozee rushed for 108 yards and one score.
Prior to that game, the RedHawks won six games in a row, with five of those wins coming by double digits. The Miami offense has scored 25.8 points per game with 227.8 passing yards and 134.6 rushing yards per game, while the defense has allowed 17.3 points per game this season. Brett Gabbert has completed 57.8% of his passes for 2,610 yards, 21 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions, while Keyon Mozee has rushed for 1,045 yards and four scores.
Why Miami (OH) will beat Ohio
- Miami (OH) has won each of its last 17 games as a favorite against non-AP-ranked teams.
- Ohio has failed to cover the spread in three of its last four games at neutral venues.
Total Points Facts
- Four of Ohio's last five games as an underdog against non-AP-ranked teams have gone OVER the total points line.
Matchup/League Facts
- Miami (OH) ranks T124th among FBS teams for 4th down conversion percentage this season (37.5).
- Miami (OH) ranks 124th among FBS teams for 3rd down conversion percentage this season (32.9).
- Ohio ranks T11th among FBS teams for Q4 opponent points per game this season (4.3).
- Ohio ranks 13th among FBS teams for yards allowed per game this season (305.3).
Ohio vs Miami-OH Prediction
Both of these teams come into this matchup on nice winning streaks, as they both finished 7-1 in conference play. Miami did beat Ohio earlier this year by a score of 30-20, but the score was 30-6 in the fourth quarter before Ohio scored twice late. This should be a great game between two teams that are playing their best football right now, but Miami is coming off back-to-back double-digit wins against NIU and Bowling Green. Take the RedHawks to get the win here.
David’s Pick Miami RedHawks ML
AUTHOR: David Racey
