The Bethune-Cookman Wildcats and Miami Hurricanes meet Thursday in week 3 college football action at Hard Rock Stadium. Let’s preview this game and give out a pick and prediction.
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Betting Preview
The Bethune-Cookman Wildcats look for a massive upset to get a game above a .500 record. Bethune-Cookman has won 2 road games since the 2020 CFB season. Luke Sprague is completing 74.3 percent of his passes for 244 yards, 2 touchdowns and 0 interceptions. Daveno Ellington and Tink Boyd have combined for 145 receiving yards on 11 catches touchdown, while Dacarri Allen-Johnson has 8 receptions. The Bethune-Cookman Wildcats ground game is averaging 88.5 yards per contest, and Jouvensly Bazil leads the way with 78 yards and 2 touchdowns. Defensively, Bethune-Cookman is allowing 31 points and 412 yards per game. Dearis Thomas leads the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats with 17 tackles, Jalen Christian has 1 sack and Tyrone Franklin Jr. has 1 interception.
Miami Hurricanes Betting Preview
The Miami Hurricanes look to build on their big upset win last week against the ranked Texas A&M Aggies. Miami looks for its fifth 3-0 start since the 2015 CFB season. Tyler Van Dyke is completing 73.1 percent of his passes for 575 yards, 6 touchdowns and 1 interception. Xavier Restrepo and Colbie Young have combined for 348 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns, while Jacolby George has 11 receptions. The Miami Hurricanes ground game is averaging 163.5 yards per contest, and Henry Parrish Jr. leads the way with 140 yards and 1 touchdown. Defensively, Miami is allowing 18 points and 324 yards per game. James Williams leads the Miami Hurricanes with 12 tackles, Jahfari Harvey has 1 sack and Kamren Kinchens has 1 interception.
Miami Hurricanes Team Facts
- Miami (FL) has won 27 of its last 30 games against non-conference opponents at Hard Rock Stadium.
- Miami (FL) has covered the spread in each of its last four games against non-FBS teams.
- Miami (FL) has won the first quarter in 22 of its last 28 games against non-conference opponents at Hard Rock Stadium.
- Miami (FL) has won the first half in 25 of its last 30 games against non-conference opponents at Hard Rock Stadium.
- Each of Miami (FL)'s last four games against non-FBS teams have gone OVER the total points line.
Matchup/League Facts
- Miami (FL) ranked 10th among FBS teams for Q3 points allowed per game last season (3.3).
- Miami (FL) was one of only 17 FBS teams with a better road winning percentage (.600) than home winning percentage (.286) last season (min. 8 games).
Randy’s Pick
The Miami Hurricanes are obviously capable of blowing the doors off here, but 53 points is a lot. This is the biggest favorite Miami has been since a 2018 game against Savannah State. It's a short week for the Hurricanes, and they're fresh off a massive win over Texas A&M. This is probably a win and get out situation as they look forward to a road game against Temple. This is also a pride spot for Bethune-Cookman as there are 61 players on this roster from Florida. A lot of these guys know each other, grew up together, etc., they shouldn't just roll over. Give me the boatload of points.
