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Indiana Hoosiers vs Miami Hurricanes Betting Preview
Indiana Hoosiers enter the National Championship ranked #1, riding a 15-0 season led by Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza. Miami Hurricanes stand at 13-2, ranked #10, powered by QB Carson Beck and a disruptive defensive front. This CFP title clash in Miami Gardens sets up a historic showdown between a rising program and a storied powerhouse.
Line Movement and Odds
Indiana opened as an -8.5 favorite, with market support steady. Public lean favors the Hoosiers’ undefeated run, but Miami’s ATS record as an underdog has drawn sharp interest.
- Indiana Spread: -8.5 (-111)
- Miami Spread: +8.5 (-110)
- Indiana MoneyLine: -342
- Miami MoneyLine: +274
- Total: 47.5 (-110)
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Matchup Breakdown
Indiana Outlook
QB Fernando Mendoza leads the Hoosiers with 3,349 passing yards and 41 touchdowns, supported by RB Roman Hemby’s 1,007 rushing yards. Indiana ranks top-five nationally in scoring and rushing, while their defense adds 39 sacks and 18 interceptions. Their ability to sustain drives and pressure quarterbacks provides a path to victory.
Miami Outlook
QB Carson Beck headlines the Hurricanes with over 11,000 career passing yards, supported by RB Mark Fletcher Jr.’s postseason surge. Miami ranks top-25 nationally in scoring and passing, while their defense adds 34 sacks and multiple turnovers. Their balanced offense and defensive disruption are critical to covering the spread.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
The game hinges on Indiana’s passing efficiency against Miami’s defensive front. If Mendoza establishes rhythm early, Indiana controls tempo. Miami must lean on Beck’s experience and Fletcher’s rushing to stay inside the number.
Injuries / Availability
Indiana lists DB Bryson Bonds and DL Kellan Wyatt out, while RB Lee Beebe Jr. is sidelined.
Miami has LB Malik Bryant and DB Damari Brown questionable, while WR Daylyn Upshaw is also uncertain.
Environment
Hard Rock Stadium provides a neutral-site setting, though Miami’s home-field familiarity adds intrigue. Indiana’s undefeated run and Miami’s underdog surge fuel intensity. Weather conditions are stable, keeping execution clean.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Indiana 30, Miami 24
- Miami +8.5 → Best Bet. Strong ATS record as underdog and postseason resilience give them cover potential.
- Over 47.5 → Playable. Both offenses rank top-25 nationally, pointing to a higher-scoring contest.
Expect a competitive game with Indiana’s efficiency providing the difference, but Miami’s resilience keeping it close. The projected score supports the underdog cover and a lean to the over.
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