MACtion has been a staple in college football since its introduction in 1999, and as Week 11 of the college football season rolls in, two thrilling matchups in the Mid-American Conference (MAC) are set to kick off on Tuesday evening. Both games are scheduled to start at 7 p.m. ET with Akron welcoming UMass, while Ohio takes on Miami (OH) in an exciting in-state rivalry.
According to the latest betting odds for Week 11, Akron enters the game favored by 9.5 points at home, while Ohio is favored by 2.5 points against Miami (OH). Historically, the contest between Ohio and Miami has been high-scoring, with the total going Over in four of their last five meetings. The over/under for total points in Tuesday’s battle is set at 49.5.
Our advanced computer model has identified its top picks for the day, suggesting the Under on 49.5 points between Ohio and Miami (OH) and the UMass money line at +301 against Akron. Additionally, a spread pick for the Ohio vs. Miami game has been highlighted by one of our college football experts. For anyone looking to finalize their Week 11 college football bets, it’s worth consulting the insightful predictions from SportsLine’s expert team and cutting-edge computer model.
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Among the highlighted bets for Tuesday, November 4, are:
– Miami (OH) +2.5 vs. Ohio
– Under 49.5 points in Ohio vs. Miami (OH)
– UMass money line vs. Akron (+295)
Combining the computer model’s three recommended picks into a parlay could yield a payout of +1246—an enticing opportunity for risk-takers at a bet of $100.
Commenting on the Miami (OH) vs. Ohio matchup, CBS Sports college football expert Chip Patterson noted, “Another year, another season of Chuck Martin having the RedHawks playing their best football when MACtion rolls around.” Martin boasts an impressive conference record of 51-20 since 2016, with an outstanding 18-2 run since the season began in 2023. Miami (OH) has also performed well against the spread, holding a 6-2 record this season and a perfect 4-0 against MAC opponents.
Ohio dominated the teams’ previous encounter with a staggering 38-3 victory last year. However, this year’s matchup is expected to be fiercely competitive, particularly with Miami (OH) currently leading the conference with a record of 4-0, while Ohio remains among the top one-loss teams. The model forecasts that the Under has a 69% probability of hitting, making it a highly-rated pick for this pivotal game.
On the other hand, UMass is striving to snap a winless streak this season, yet they did manage to defeat Akron in their last meeting back in 2019. While the odds seem to favor the Zips, UMass may draw inspiration from the exposure of a national TV audience, as they aim to improve on their record since joining the FBS in 2012. The model estimates UMass’s chance of victory at 35%, providing a glimmer of hope compared to their implied win probability.
With exciting matchups and outstanding betting opportunities, college football fans can look forward to a thrilling Tuesday night in the MAC.