Free College Football Picks: Kent State Golden Flashes vs Miami (OH) RedHawks

The Kent State Golden Flashes head to Miami (OH) to face the RedHawks in a Mid-American Conference (MAC) matchup this Wednesday night.

The RedHawks, with their solid defense and consistent season, are heavily favored against a struggling Kent State team that has faced significant challenges on both sides of the ball. Here’s a complete breakdown of predictions and betting insights for the game.

Game Details

Date: Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Broadcast: ESPNU
Location: Yager Stadium, Oxford, OH

Spread: Miami (OH) -30 | Total: 47.5

Team Overview and Season Performance

Kent State Golden Flashes (1-8)

Season Struggles: Kent State has faced one of the most challenging seasons in the MAC, coming in winless so far and averaging just 10 points per game.

They were shut out in their last game, a 41-0 loss to Ohio, and have been unable to keep pace with conference opponents.

Offensive Concerns: Kent State has managed only a handful of points in most games this season, and their lack of a consistent offense has been a major liability.

Despite these struggles, they have managed to score over 20 points in a few MAC games, showing some potential for a late-game push against softer defenses.

Miami (OH) RedHawks (5-4)

Strong Defensive Performance: Miami (OH) boasts one of the MAC’s better defenses, averaging 23 points per game allowed and excelling at limiting opponent yardage. Their defense should hold up well against Kent State’s underwhelming offense, giving them a significant edge.

Offensive Limitations: Although Miami (OH) has an efficient offense, they have rarely scored over 30 points this season. Their home scoring average is higher, though, and they are capable of outpacing a weak Kent State defense to cover the spread.

Key Matchup Analysis

Total Points Bet Favoring the Over: While Kent State’s offense has struggled, they may be able to score some garbage-time points against Miami’s second-string defenders. Miami, averaging close to 30 points in conference play, should also find Kent State’s defense easy to exploit. These factors suggest the game could exceed the 46.5-point total.

Blowout Potential and Spread Concerns: Miami (OH) is favored by over 30 points. While they are the stronger team, covering such a large spread may be challenging if they slow down their offense in the second half.

Betting Predictions and Picks

Total Points: Over 46.5. Both teams have defenses that can be vulnerable in conference games, making it likely the game will surpass the set total if Miami (OH) builds a substantial lead and Kent State scores late.

Lean on Miami (OH) -30.5. Miami (OH) has shown the capability to score effectively, but bettors should approach this spread with caution due to Kent State’s potential for late scoring.

Conclusion

In this MAC showdown, Miami (OH)’s solid defense and efficient offense make them the clear favorite against a struggling Kent State team.

For bettors, the over on total points offers a safer angle than the spread, with Miami likely controlling the game but Kent State possibly contributing to a higher total with late points.

Expect a commanding performance from Miami (OH), especially on defense, as they look to cover in front of their home crowd.

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