Kent State Golden Flashes vs Miami (OH) Redhawks Prediction, Odds and Picks for Wednesday, 11/13/24

The winless Golden Flashes of Kent State head down to the Miami Valley to take on the Redhawks, who are on the precipice of bowl eligibility. Miami needs just one more victory to become eligible for the postseason, but they’re in a four-way tie atop the MAC standings, so they’re looking to stay on pace for a trip to Detroit in December for the conference championship game. Kent State was demolished 41-0 by Ohio at Dix Stadium in Kent last time out as a 20.5-point underdog as the Under 53 cashed, and the Under is 2-1 in their past 3 games. The Golden Flashes have managed 6 or fewer points on 4 occasions this season while getting shut out 3 times.

As far as the Redhawks are concerned, they pushed against the total at most shops last time out, winning 27-21 at Ball State on November 5. The Over is 4-0-1 in their past 5 games, so that’s a concern, but Miami has also faced FBS-caliber offenses in that run. Miami’s defense has allowed 21 or fewer points in 4 straight games, and it’s unlikely Kent State will have any modicum of success moving the ball on Wednesday. In addition, rain showers are expected to move into the area, perhaps around halftime. The passing game and kicking operation will likely be impacted by a slippery surface. Miami should keep it on the ground a lot, regardless, as it should have a healthy lead by the time the weather rolls in. A run game keeps the clock moving, which Under bettors appreciate.

Kent State vs Miami (Ohio) prediction: Under 45.5 (-110) available at time of publishing. Playable to 44.

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