Rutgers vs Miami Prediction NCAAF Picks Today 12/28
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- Dec 28, 2023, 6:38:33 AM
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NCAAF Predictions: Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl - Miami vs. Rutgers
Get ready for an exciting matchup as the Miami Hurricanes take on the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in the Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl on December 28, 2023, at 12:15 PM in Yankee Stadium, Bronx, NY. Dive into the comprehensive analysis of this game:
Game Information
The Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl is scheduled to kick off at 12:15 PM in Yankee Stadium, with a game-time temperature of 47 degrees in Bronx, NY. ESPN/ESPN+ will provide live coverage. Rutgers is favored with a -2.5 point spread, and the Over/Under is set at 41.5 points.
Team Stats and Leaders
Rutgers Scarlet Knights
Quarterback G. Wimsatt has contributed 1,651 passing yards, 9 touchdowns, and 8 interceptions for the Scarlet Knights. Running back K. Monangai has rushed for 1,099 yards and 7 touchdowns, while receiver C. Dremel leads in receptions with 440 yards and 3 touchdowns.
Miami Hurricanes
Quarterback T. Van Dyke, who has committed to Wisconsin, will not be available for the Pinstripe Bowl. In his absence, backup quarterback H. Parrish Jr., with 579 rushing yards and 6 touchdowns, will play a crucial role. Receiver X. Restrepo, with 993 receiving yards and 5 touchdowns, will be a key target for the Hurricanes.
Recent Performance
Rutgers Scarlet Knights
Rutgers enters the Pinstripe Bowl with a 6-6 record, including recent losses to Maryland and Penn State. The Scarlet Knights aim to bounce back with their dynamic offense led by G. Wimsatt and K. Monangai.
Miami Hurricanes
Miami, with a 7-5 record, secured a recent victory against Boston College but suffered losses to Louisville and Florida State. Despite the absence of T. Van Dyke, the Hurricanes have a talented team capable of putting up a strong performance in the Pinstripe Bowl.
Prediction:
Even without their leader T. Van Dyke, who committed to Wisconsin, the Miami Hurricanes are well-equipped to cover the +2.5 points spread in the Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl. Miami, with a 7-5 record, possesses a talented roster led by backup quarterback H. Parrish Jr. and standout receiver X. Restrepo. Facing a Rutgers team with a 6-6 record, the Hurricanes have the offensive firepower and defensive capability to secure a victory and cover the spread. Expect a closely contested matchup, but Miami, with their overall team strength, is poised to outperform Rutgers and cover the spread.
