Game Details:
- Matchup: Miami (OH) RedHawks vs. Ohio Bobcats
- Date: Tuesday, November 4
- Time: 7:00 PM EST
- Venue: Peden Stadium, Athens, OH
- TV: ESPN2
- Spread: Ohio -2.5
- Total: 49.5
Battle for the MAC: Injury-Riddled Bobcats Host Rival RedHawks
A pivotal mid-week MACtion showdown is set for Tuesday night as the Miami (OH) RedHawks travel to Athens to take on the Ohio Bobcats. In a classic rivalry game with conference implications, oddsmakers have pegged the Bobcats as slight 2.5-point home favorites, with the game total set at a modest 49.5 points. However, a lengthy injury report for the home team could be the deciding factor in this tightly contested matchup.
Miami (OH) RedHawks Analysis
The RedHawks come into this road test as narrow underdogs, poised to take advantage of a potentially shorthanded opponent. Miami has dealt with its own share of adversity this season. Reports from earlier in the 2025 campaign indicated the team may have lost a key player for the season to injury, forcing them to adapt and build depth. While specific, up-to-the-minute injury details are scarce, the team’s ability to navigate personnel challenges will be crucial on the road in a hostile environment. To pull off the upset, Miami will need to control the line of scrimmage and force an injury-depleted Ohio offense into mistakes.
Ohio Bobcats Analysis
The Ohio Bobcats are favored, but their status is precarious due to a significant number of injuries to key offensive players. According to the latest injury reports, the Bobcats’ depth at wide receiver is being severely tested. Wideouts Eamonn Dennis, Eian Pugh, and Khamani Debrow are all listed on the report. To compound matters, quarterback Jacob Winters and freshman receiver Dom Dorwart also appear on the injury list.
This cluster of injuries, particularly at the receiver position, casts a major shadow over Ohio’s game plan. While standout defender Ryan McDole has been a critical part of their success when healthy, the questions on offense are overwhelming. It’s unclear how effective the passing attack can be with so many primary targets either sidelined or playing at less than 100%. The Bobcats will likely need to lean heavily on their running game and defense to grind out a victory at home.
Prediction
This game projects to be a classic, hard-nosed MAC slugfest, and the point spread reflects that. While Ohio benefits from playing at Peden Stadium, the sheer volume of injuries on the offensive side of the ball is too significant to overlook. A depleted receiving corps will make it difficult for the Bobcats’ offense to find a rhythm and create explosive plays.
Miami (OH) is in a prime position to capitalize on its rival’s misfortune. Expect the RedHawks to keep this game close and potentially win it outright. The combination of Ohio’s offensive injuries and a game total below 50 points suggests that points will be at a premium for both teams.
The Pick: Miami (OH) +2.5
Total: Under 49.5
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