Miami Hurricanes Take on 12th-Ranked North Carolina Tar Heels in ACC Action Saturday Night
This Saturday night, the Miami Hurricanes will take on the 12th-ranked North Carolina Tar Heels for a contest in ACC action. The Tar Heels enter the matchup with an
Game outlook
This Saturday night, the Miami Hurricanes will take on the 12th-ranked North Carolina Tar Heels for a contest in ACC action. The Tar Heels enter the matchup with an undefeated record of 5-0 while the Hurricanes are looking to rebound after a tough loss last week. The game is set to take place at 7:30 PM EST and the betting odds currently favor the Tar Heels by a spread of -4.
Game Info
When: Saturday, 10/14/2023 @ 7:30pm EST
Where: Kenan Memorial Stadium Stadium Hurricanes vs Tar Heels Betting Odds Moneyline: Hurricanes +150 | Tar Heels -180
Spread: Hurricanes +4 (-110) | Tar Heels -4 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 57 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that North Carolina will win straight-up is 64%.
Miami Hurricanes
After Saturday's disappointment, Miami is now 4-1 on the season. The Hurricanes were led by quarterback Tyler Van Dyke who had a stellar performance, completing 24 of 26 passes for 288 yards, and one touchdown. Running back Don Chaney Jr. had 103 yards rushing and fellow running back Henry Parrish Jr. added 52 yards and a touchdown. Despite the impressive offensive display, the Hurricanes ultimately fell to Georgia Tech 23-20 due to the Offense's season-high five turnovers. The defensive line made up for the deficit, holding Georgia Tech to 250 total yards of offense and forcing two turnovers; Kam Kinchens led the way with seven tackles while linebacker Francisco Mauigoa had four tackles and an interception. Heading into this week's matchup against the 12th-ranked Heels, the Hurricanes have the 11th best offense in college football. They are 15th in the nation running the football and 23rd through the air, 31st most efficient offense in the red zone and 11th in total defense - 3rd against the run and 58th against the pass. The Hurricanes are 40th in the country in red zone defense and 48th in the nation in turnover differential. However, their biggest struggle this season has been with unforced errors, ranking 117th in the country in penalties per game. Injury Report: DL A. Mesidor (lower body) TE E. Arroyo (knee) WR J. George (undisclosed)- questionable RB T. Citizen (knee) OL S. Okunlola (lower body) DL B. Deen (lower body)- out Miami is now 4-1 (3-2 ATS) on the season, with a power ranking of 60. They have the 11th best defense and are ranked 8th in offense, averaging 43.75 points per game. The Hurricanes are also 3rd against the run and 23rd through the air, 31st most efficient offense in the red zone and 40th in the country in red zone defense. With 117th ranking in penalties per game, Miami is 48th in the nation in turnover differential.