Ohio Bobcats vs Miami RedHawks: College Football Showdown

The Miami RedHawks, currently holding a 2-4 record, will face the Ohio Bobcats, who stand at 4-2, in a college football matchup scheduled for Saturday, October 19, 2024. The game will take place at Yager Stadium in Oxford, Ohio, and will be broadcast on ESPN+. According to betting odds, the RedHawks are favored by 4 points, with the game’s total set at 44 points.

In their previous outing, the Ohio Bobcats secured a narrow victory against the Central Michigan Chippewas with a final score of 27-25. The Bobcats’ defensive performance against the run was notable, allowing 161 yards on 39 carries, averaging 4.1 yards per attempt. Their pass defense saw 14 completions on 22 attempts, conceding 131 yards. On the offensive side, Ohio executed 59 plays, accumulating a total of 424 yards. They particularly excelled in the ground game, with 37 rushes amounting to 277 yards, translating to an average of 7.5 yards per carry.

So far this season, the Ohio Bobcats have amassed 2,261 offensive yards. They have recorded 5 touchdowns via passing and 11 touchdowns on the ground. The team has experienced issues with turnovers, having given up possession 12 times. Ohio’s offensive strategies have resulted in 121 first downs while also incurring 342 penalty yards from 38 flags. Offensively, they average 204.7 rushing yards per game, positioning them 24th nationwide. In terms of scoring, Ohio averages 22.2 points per game.

Defensively, the Bobcats are ranked 65th in the nation for points allowed, conceding 23.3 points per game. They permit an average of 110.7 rushing yards per game and have surrendered 664 yards over the course of six games. Their pass defense has allowed 1,327 yards, placing them 82nd in the country, yielding 221.2 passing yards per game with a completion rate of 63.5%. Overall, they are ranked 39th in total defense, allowing 331.8 yards per game.

The Miami RedHawks come into the game following a 38-14 victory over the Eastern Michigan Eagles. During this matchup, Miami showcased their rushing capabilities with 199 yards on 31 attempts, averaging 6.4 yards per rush. Overall, they produced 421 offensive yards on 44 plays, marking an average of 9.6 yards per play. The RedHawks’ passing defense allowed 211 yards on 27 completions out of 42 attempts, with a completion rate of 64.3%. Miami’s rush defense held Eastern Michigan to 121 yards on 41 attempts, equivalent to 3.0 yards per carry.

For the season, the RedHawks rank 123rd nationally in scoring, averaging 17.7 points per game. They accumulate an average of 332.7 offensive yards per contest, placing them 110th in the country. Miami has been penalized for 279 yards on 36 infractions, standing 82nd in Division 1 in terms of penalties. The team has thrown 7 interceptions and lost 2 fumbles, while registering 102 first downs. Currently, they have 1,401 passing yards, averaging 233.5 yards per game, which ranks them 63rd in Division 1. On the ground, they average 99.2 rushing yards per game, totaling 595 yards.

Defensively, Miami has allowed 22.0 points per game, ranking them 53rd in college football. They have conceded 1,005 rushing yards (167.5 yards per game) and 10 touchdowns via rushing so far. The RedHawks have surrendered 132 total points, allowing 5 passing touchdowns and 204.0 passing yards per game, ranking them 50th nationally. Their defense has been on the field for 415 plays, which is the 102nd most in Division 1. They have registered 6 fumbles and 3 interceptions this season.

Analysts predict a competitive game with Tony Sink suggesting to take the Bobcats against the spread, considering them 4.0-point underdogs in this upcoming clash.