Miami (OH) vs. Akron Picks and Prediction, Saturday, October 11, 2025
Use Code WWWC It’s another key MAC game between Ohio rivals on Saturday, Oct. 11. Read our Miami (OH) vs Akron prediction along with our other NCAAF Betting Picks! Miami is 2-3 this season as they have won back-to-back games against Lindenwood and Northern Illinois. Miami has won seven straight games over Akron, leading into this matchup. Akron is 2-,4 and they enjoyed a big win over Central Michigan in their latest game. These two teams will meet with the kick-off set for 12 P.M. EST.
Miami (OH) riding back-to-back wins into this week
Miami (OH) is 2-3 overall this season. They opened the season with three straight losses to Wisconsin and Rutgers on the road. The Redhawks followed it with a 3-point loss to UNLV to open their home slate. Their first win came against Lindenwood when Miami won 38-0.
In their last game, Miami defeated Northern Illinois 25-14 on the road on Saturday, Oct. 4. Miami trailed 14-0 at the start of the second quarter. They followed it with 25 straight points to secure the win. Quarterback Dequan Finn threw for 170 yards and a touchdown. The rushing attack was great, with Finn leading the way with 90 yards, while running back Jordan Brunson added 73 yards on the ground.
“We’re down 14-0, we just kept going,” head coach Chuck Martin said. “Great lesson for these kids and next thing you know we scored 25 straight.”
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Finn missed Miami’s win over Lindenwood, but he did play well against Northern Illinois. On the season, Finn has thrown or 635 yards and has completed 56% of his passes. He has thrown three touchdowns and four picks.
Kenny Tracy leads the running back room, but he only had one attempt against Northern Illinois. Finn and Brunson are also over 100 yards rushing on the season, too. Wide receiver Kam Perry has been the top target for Finn as he’s got 428 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
On defense, Eli Blakey leads the team with 44 tackles on the season, which is 12 more than anyone else on the roster. Linebacker Adam Trick has a team-high four sacks. The defense has also forced seven turnovers on the season.
Miami is averaging 23.6 points per gam,e which ranks 96th. They are the 80th-ranked rush offense, going for 148.6 yards per game. The Redhawks are averaging 195.4 passing yards, placing them 100th.
On defense, the Redhawks are allowing 23.4 points per game, placing them 66th. They are the 40th-ranked pass defense, giving up 186.6 yards per game. Miami is also allowing 144.4 rushing yards per game, placing them 70th.
Miami is 3-2 against the spread this season. They are 2-0 against the spread when they have been favored. The Redhawks are 2-1 against the spread when they have played on the road. The over is 3-2 when Miami has played this season. The over is 2-1 when Miami has played on the road. The over is 2-1 when the total has been set at 45 points or more.
Akron looking for consistency this week
Akron is 2-4 overall this season. They lost their first two games against Wyoming and Nebraska without scoring a single point. The Zips followed it with a defeat to UAB, too. Akron’s first win came over FCS’s Duquesne at home. The Zips are also 1-1 in MAC games with a big loss to Toledo on the road, too.
In their last game, Akron defeated Central Michigan 28-22 at home on Saturday, Oct. 4. Akron was on fire for a majority of the game. They led 28-10 with 3:35 left in the third quarter. Cnetlra Michigan tried to mount a comeback, scoring 12 unanswered points, but Akron was able to hang on for the win.
Quarterback Ben Finley threw for 252 yards on 18-for-29 passing. He tossed three touchdowns and one pick. It was a huge game for running back Jordan Gant, who rushed for 176 yards in the win. Wide receiver Kyan Mason caught five passes for 125 yards and a score to lead the pass catchers.
On the season, Finley has thrown for 946 yards and has completed 50% of his passes. He has thrown seven touchdowns and three picks this year. Gant has been the team’s big source of offense as he’s rushed for 476 yards and three touchdowns.
On defense, Akron is led by linebacker Shammond Cooper with 39 tackles. Bruno Dall has a team-high three sacks. The defense has forced six turnovers this season, too.
Akron is averaging 18.3 points per game, which ranks 122nd. They are the 112th-ranked passing offense as they are averaging 177.7 yards per game. The Zips are the 91st rushing offense, averaging 142.3 yards per game on the ground.
On defense, Akron is allowing 30.5 points per game, which places them 114th. They are the 121st-ranked passing defense, giving up 262.7 yards per game. The Zips are also the 120th-ranked rush defense, giving up 191.3 yards per game on the ground.
Akron is 3-3 against the spread this season. They are 2-1 against the spread when they have played at home. The Zips are 2-3 against the spread as an underdog. They are also 1-3 against the spread as double-digit underdogs. The over is 4-2 when Akron has played this season. The over is 2-1 when Akron has played at home. The over is 2-1 when the total has been set at 49 points or less.
Miami (OH) vs Akron Picks
Miami (OH) vs Akron Spread Pick
- Miami (OH) -11.5 (5 units)
It’s another big game in the MAC between two Ohio schools. Miami (OH) is coming into this game after a big comeback performance over Northern Illinois. They score 25-straight points to secure the win, and the team’s momentum will be key in this one. They have won back-to-back games and their offense is moving in the right direction.
Akron is also coming off of a win over Central Michigan, where they were able to hang after a late push from the Chippewas. Akron’s rushing attack was key in that game and will be key in this game. The Zips are led in offense by running back Jordan Gant. Akron will only go as far as Gant performs and Miami should be able to slow him down. They are the 70th-ranked rush defense and the 40th-ranked pass defense. Miami knows how to beat Akron, too. They have won seven straight games against the Zips and they are 2-1 against the spread on the road this season, too. Akron is 1-3 against the spread as double-digit underdogs.
Take Miami (OH) to cover.
Miami (OH) vs Akron Over/Under Pick
- Over 45 (5 units)
The offenses for both teams found it hard to get going in their first few weeks. But the previous couple of games have seen both teams find flows on the offensive side of the ball. Expect another game where both teams can move the ball. Both defenses rank in the bottom half of college football. Chunk plays will be available, and the over should hit in this one, especially with it set at such a low margin. For Akron, the over is 2-1 when the total has been set at 49 points or less. The over is 2-1 when the total has been set at 45 points or more for Miami. The over is also 2-1 when Miami has played on the road.
Take the over on Saturday.
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