Miami vs. California: Where to Watch, Betting Odds & College Football Game Analysis

Miami Hurricanes vs. California Golden Bears: Game Preview

The Miami Hurricanes will face off against the California Golden Bears in what promises to be an exciting college football matchup. Coming in as 10.5-point favorites, No. 8 ranked Miami will look to bounce back from a close call in their previous game against 
Virginia Tech and assert themselves as a contender for playoff consideration. The California Golden Bears, meanwhile, aim to capitalize on the home-field advantage and upset the Hurricanes in Berkeley.

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Miami Hurricanes vs. California Golden Bears Odds at FanDuel

NCAA Football	SPREAD	MONEYLINE	TOTAL
Miami @	-10.5 -102	-360	O 53.5 -115
California	+10.5 -120	+285	U 53.5 -105
10:30 p.m. ET

Miami Hurricanes: Bouncing Back from Last Week’s Scare

The Miami Hurricanes are heading into this game with renewed focus after a narrow victory in their last outing. The Hurricanes understand the importance of delivering a dominant performance, not only to secure a win but also to boost their chances for playoff consideration. As the race tightens for the top 12 teams, Miami knows they need to collect “pretty" wins—games that capture attention and build their resume.

Despite their recent upset scare, the Hurricanes are a better football team than the California Golden Bears. Head coach Mario Cristobal will have no problem getting the team’s attention this week, ensuring they are prepared to play at their best. Expect Miami to come out strong and look to dominate from the start.

California Golden Bears: Can They Defend Home Turf?

While the California Golden Bears come into this matchup as the underdogs, they are more than capable of pulling off a surprise. Playing at home in California Memorial Stadium, the Bears must find a way to neutralize Miami’s strengths, especially on offense. Cal’s defense will be tested against a dynamic Miami squad motivated to perform better after last week’s near upset.

The Bears must capitalize on opportunities and prevent mistakes that could shift momentum to keep pace with Miami. Keeping pace will be essential for Cal to have any chance of upsetting the Hurricanes.

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Prediction: Miami Hurricanes Primed for a Big Win

Given Miami’s need for a statement victory, expect the Hurricanes to play with urgency and precision. While the Golden Bears may keep the game competitive early on, Miami’s talent and preparation will likely prove too much for Cal to handle. Look for the Hurricanes to secure a comfortable victory, improving their resume for playoff consideration.

Where to Watch Miami Hurricanes vs. California Golden Bears

Event	Details
Location	California Memorial Stadium in Berkeley, California
Date	Oct. 5
Time	10:30 p.m. ET
TV Channel	ESPN
Live Stream	Fubo

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