Bethune-Cookman Wildcats (1-1) vs. Miami (Fla) Hurricanes (2-0)
On September 14, 2023, Bethune-Cookman Wildcats (1-1) are set to face Miami (Fla) Hurricanes (2-0). Kickoff time for this college football matchup at Hard Rock Stadium has been scheduled for 7:30 PM ET with live coverage provided by ACCN. This matchup should provide plenty of excitement if you’re seeking college football betting picks.
The Wildcats have displayed their offensive brilliance through standout performances by Jouvensly Bazil and Daveno Ellington, especially running back Jouvensly Bazil who racked up 78 yards on 10 attempts while boasting an average of 7.8 yards per carry and scoring two touchdowns. Meanwhile, wide receiver Daveno Ellington contributed significantly with nine receptions for 77 yards including his longest reception of 27 yards. Unfortunately however, their performances have shown inconsistency during matches against Miami or during away games;
Contrarily, the Hurricanes have shown their strengths this season. Running back Henry Parrish Jr. has amassed 140 yards on 19 attempts for an average of 7.4 yards per carry while scoring one touchdown. Wide receiver Xavier Restrepo also made his presence known with 11 receptions totaling 194 yards at an impressive average 17.6 yards per catch rate. Unfortunately despite such impressive statistics at home games, however, covering spreads can prove challenging for the Hurricanes.
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats vs. Miami (Fla) Hurricanes Game Info
| When: | Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 7:30 PM ET |
| Where: | Hard Rock Stadium |
| TV: | ACCN |
| Stream | SofaScore |
Luke Sprague QB vs. Tyler Van Dyke QB
In a quarterback-driven sport like college football, the performances of LSU’s Jayden Daniels and Mississippi State’s Will Rogers will be pivotal. Daniels has so far completed 40 of his 61 passing attempts, amounting to 615 passing yards with an impressive 65.6% completion rate. He has thrown 6 touchdowns against just 1 interception, showcasing his strong arm and decision-making ability. His passer rating sits at a high 179.4, indicating his efficiency in moving the chains.
On the flip side, Will Rogers has been nearly as remarkable. He has a completion percentage of 71.7% with 389 passing yards. Notably, Rogers has thrown 5 touchdowns and zero interceptions, which underlines his precision. His passer rating is also impressive at 178.6, hardly distinguishable from Daniels’.
Although both quarterbacks have been highly efficient, Daniels has the edge in terms of yardage and explosiveness, with the capability of launching deep throws as evidenced by his longest pass of 75 yards. Rogers, while less flashy, compensates with exceptional accuracy and game management skills. In the battle of arm talent versus consistency, it’s going to be intriguing to see who comes out on top.
NCAAF Odds/Point Spread: Miami (Fla) Hurricanes ML, Total Odds: –
LSU is favored by a spread of -9.5 at odds of -115, with a Moneyline of -350. Mississippi State is the underdog with a spread of +9.5 at -105 and a Moneyline of +280. The total is set at 53.5.
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats Betting Trends
LSU has seen the total go OVER in their last 6 games. They have been formidable with an 11-4 SU in their last 15 games. Notably, they are 4-1 ATS and 17-3 SU when playing against Mississippi State. However, their road games have been less predictable, with a 2-5 ATS in their last 7 away games.
Miami (Fla) Hurricanes Betting Trends
Mississippi State has been strong recently, posting a 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games. They have also been victorious in their last 5 games SU. Curiously, the total has gone UNDER in 7 of their last 8 games against LSU. Despite a strong 8-1 SU home record, they have struggled against LSU at home, with a 1-10 SU record in their last 11 matchups.
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats vs. Miami (Fla) Hurricanes 9/14/23 Betting Picks
Considering the quarterbacks’ form, key players, and best sports betting trends, LSU seems to have the upper hand. While Mississippi State has been strong, their record against LSU leaves much to be desired. The recent performance of LSU’s offense suggests that they can cover the spread and that the total will likely go OVER. LSU at -9.5 and the OVER at 53.5 seem like the most probable outcomes, making them sound picks for NCAAF Week 3 betting.
Free Pick and Prediction: Miami (Fla) Hurricanes will win 42-14
