Northern Illinois vs Miami (OH) Week 13 MACtion Prediction | College Football Picks Today, Best Bets

The Northern Illinois Huskies are set for a conference showdown against the Miami (OH) RedHawks. Each team enters this matchup sitting at 6-4 with a chance to knock off their conference rivals while closing the gap at the top of the Mid-American Conference. With both teams matching up nicely, expect a dogfight.

NIU vs Miami OH

• Location: Yager Stadium (Oxford, Ohio) | Time: 8:00 PM ET
• Where to Watch: ESPN
• Spread: Miami (OH) -2.5, Moneyline: Miami (OH) -140, Total: 40.5

NIU vs Miami (OH) Best Bet: Miami (OH) -2.5

The Huskies have had an up-and-down season throughout the start of the year. NIU looked to be the real deal after their win over Notre Dame early in the season, and at one point, the talented squad found themselves ranked inside the AP Top 25. However, after multiple bad losses, NIU fell back to earth and now faces a Miami (OH) team atop their conference. With the home fans behind the RedHawks, it’ll be hard to bet against them. Take Miami (OH) to cover the spread.

NIU vs Miami (OH) Best Total Bet: OVER 40.5

The RedHawks enter this matchup, averaging 25.5 points per game, trailing just behind the Huskies, who average 26 points per matchup. In what could be a tight matchup, the low total set at 40.5 shouldn’t be a problem for these two teams to surpass. That said, a final score of 24-20 could be a realistic outcome.

Northern Illinois Best Player Bet: Gavin Williams 50+ Rushing Yards +146

Gavin Williams has been a focal part of the Huskies’ offense from the start of the year. The Northern Illinois running back has racked up 631 rushing yards and three touchdowns and will look to add to his totals on Tuesday. Williams has rushed for 50+ yards six times in the team’s nine games this season. Against a talented Miami (OH) defense, NIU could look to get their running back going early.

Miami OH Best Player Bet: Reggie Virgil Any Time Touchdown +155

Reggie Virgil has been the best pass-catching option for the RedHawks this season. The wide receiver has caught 29 receptions for 598 yards and seven touchdowns on the season. Against an NIU secondary who has struggled at times, the junior could be in for a big night where he finds the end zone yet again.

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