The Buffalo Bulls and the Miami (Ohio) RedHawks will face off in a crucial Mid-American Conference matchup on Tuesday night at Fred C. Yager Stadium in Oxford, Ohio, as both teams vie for a spot in the conference title race. The game is set to kick off at 8 p.m. ET.
Buffalo (5-3, 3-1 MAC) is coming off a close 31-24 victory against Bowling Green on October 24, while the RedHawks (5-3, 3-1 MAC) secured a narrow 28-27 win over Central Michigan on the same day. Both teams are currently tied for third place in the MAC standings, along with one other team. Buffalo has struggled on the road this season, holding a 1-2 record in away games. In contrast, Miami (Ohio) has won three straight games and boasts a solid 3-1 record at home.
In the latest odds, Miami is favored by 6 points, with the over/under set at 44.5 points. Buffalo’s performance has seen them average 22.6 points per game, placing them sixth in the conference, while Miami ranks third with an average of 27 points per game.
Buffalo vs. Miami (Ohio) odds
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Spread |
Miami (Ohio) -6 |
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Over/Under |
44.5 points |
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Money Line |
Miami (Ohio) -225, Buffalo +190 |
The SportsLine Projection Model predicts that the total points will exceed 44.5, noting that the over has hit in six of the last ten head-to-head meetings between Buffalo and Miami, as well as in six of their last ten games. Buffalo quarterback Jason Wright is projected to throw for over 175 yards and one touchdown during the game, while Miami quarterback Caleb Heavner is expected to surpass 215 yards and throw two touchdowns.
As the season progresses, both teams will be looking to secure their positions within the conference, making this matchup pivotal. Fans can expect a competitive game as both teams aim to maintain their momentum moving forward.
