Miami vs California Picks 10/5: Lay Points With Hurricanes

There has been some interest with California to keep it close with college football lines, so it might not be an easy win for the undefeated Hurricanes.

The Golden Bears look to avoid an 0-2 conference start whereas Miami looks to join Clemson at 2-0 in the ACC and make it six straight wins in 2024.

Miami vs California Game Information

• Game: Miami Hurricanes (5-0, 1-0 ACC) at California (3-1, 0-1)
• Date/Time: Oct. 5, 10:30 p.m. ET
• Location: California Memorial Stadium, Berkeley, CA
• Miami vs California Live Stream: Fubo.tv

Miami vs California Odds and Spread

Miami vs California Betting Keys

Hurricanes Looking for Blowout

The Miami Hurricanes made some mistakes when outlasting Virginia Tech 38-34 last week, but they survived to remain unbeaten at 5-0.

With that scare under their belt, we expect a much better effort against California despite being on the road. They looked impressive when beating USF 50-15 and Ball State 62-0, so something similar to those performances would be enough.

Surprisingly, NCAAF odds have the Hurricanes at only -10½. We priced them around -16½, so there isn’t much confidence with the visitors after a scratchy win last week. However, they have the players to blow California out of the water.

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Quarterback Cam Ward has 18 touchdowns, which is 13 more than opposing QB Fernando Mendoza. He has been scorching the turf with his powerful arm, and the Golden Bears’ defense might not be able to contain him.

Having almost lost against the Hokies, who made NCAA football news when they seemingly won the game before a Hail Mary pass was overturned, could be a good thing. It’s the test Miami needed, and now the Golden Bears could be on the receiving end of a one-sided result.

Controlling Clock Crucial for Cal

Strong money has come for California for college football predictions. It opened at +13½, so there is good betting confidence with the home side.

It all comes down to how well the California Golden Bears control the clock. If Mendoza completes short passes and running back Jaivian Thomas is effective, they could make the game frustrating for Miami.

The Hurricanes are looking for quick hits, and if their offense is kept off the field, it will only make them rush and potentially force things. We expect the Golden Bears to make it a defensive battle, as they did when losing 14-9 to Florida State last week.

Not being able to score a touchdown last is a worry for the Golden Bears, especially when facing a high-powered offense.

“We had plenty of opportunities,” Cal coach Justin Wilcox said. “We did not capitalize on it. They did. We have to find ways to score points. Nine’s not enough. I don’t care who you’re playing.”

If California doesn’t remedy its offense and put points on the board, there is no chance it covers +10½ in NCAA football picks.

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Back Miami Offense to Roll

We have faith that Miami’s offense will offset California’s defense, and it could be a one-sided game on Sunday.

We’re backing the Hurricanes -10½ as a strong wager because they have too much firepower for California. Although the Golden Bears kept the game close against Florida State, the Seminoles aren’t on the same level as Miami.

There is also value with under 55 points in online betting. Our projections have the final score 33-17 for the Hurricanes, which is enough to see both bets cash.

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Questions of the Day

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