The Louisville Cardinals (4-2, 2-1 ACC) host the sixth-ranked Miami Hurricanes (6-0, 2-0) this Saturday afternoon in an ACC matchup. Louisville is coming off an away win against the Virginia Cavaliers, beating them 24-20 in Week 7. Quarterback Tyler Shough completed 18 of 31 passes for 231 yards, 1 touchdown, and 1 interception. Running back Isaac Brown carried the ball 20 times for 146 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Miami is coming off their off week and their most recent game was an away win against the California Golden Bears by a score of 39-38. Quarterback Cam Ward completed 35 of 53 passes for 437 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 1 interception. Running back Mark Fletcher Jr carried the ball 11 times for 81 yards and 1 touchdown.
Will Miami remain perfect, or will the Cardinals pull off a home upset?
Miami Hurricanes vs. Louisville Cardinals Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | Money Line |
| Miami Hurricanes | -4.5
-112 |
Over 61
-112 |
-192 |
| Louisville Cardinals | +4.5
-108 |
Under 61
-108 |
+160 |
| **Odds Subject to Change** | |||
Miami Hurricanes vs. Louisville Cardinals Match Details
- Fixture: Miami Hurricanes vs. Louisville Cardinals
- Date and Time: Saturday, October 19th, 2024 at Noon ET
- Location: L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium, Louisville, Kentucky
Key Stats
Miami Hurricanes
The Miami Hurricanes enter the game 6-0, averaging 47.7 points per game this season. Damien Martinez leads the team in rushing, averaging 48.67 yards per game with 5 touchdowns. Quarterback Cam Ward is averaging 369.83 passing yards per game and is completing 69.20% of his passes. So far this season, Ward has thrown 20 touchdowns and 5 interceptions.
Wide receiver Xavier Restrepo averages 97.5 receiving yards per game and has 5 touchdowns, while Isaiah Horton is averaging 65.83 receiving yards per game, and has 3 receiving touchdowns. From a defensive standpoint, Miami has 10 interceptions and 20 sacks. They are allowing 18.8 points per game.
Louisville Cardinals
The Louisville Cardinals enter the game 4-2, averaging 36.17 points per game this season. Isaac Brown leads the team in rushing, averaging 84.67 yards per game with 3 touchdowns. Quarterback Tyler Shough is averaging 279.0 passing yards per game and is completing 63.40% of his passes. So far this season, he has thrown 14 touchdowns and 3 interceptions.
Wide receiver Ja’Corey Brooks averages 95.33 receiving yards per game and has scored 6 touchdowns, while wide receiver Chris Bell is averaging 42.17 receiving yards per game and has 2 touchdowns. From a defensive standpoint, Louisville has 2 interceptions and 13 sacks. They are allowing 19.67 points per game.
Prediction
Miami is one of the lone unbeaten teams in the country and while they have had some close calls recently, they look to be the best betting option in this game. The Hurricanes just had their off-week so they will be well rested and likely have worked on some of the issues that have arisen this season.
As for Louisville, they have been decent this season, but have struggled against high-profile opponents. Miami has the clear advantage at quarterback and their offense has been elite this entire season. Additionally, the Hurricanes’ defense has the edge, especially when it comes to points allowed per game and turnovers forced. For that reason, backing the Hurricanes to cover will be our best bet on Saturday afternoon.
Final Pick
Miami Hurricanes -4.5 (-112)
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