- Matchup: Miami Hurricanes vs Clemson Tigers
- Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Venue: Memorial Stadium, Clemson, SC
- Broadcast: ABC
- Betting Lines: Tigers (+16.5)
- Points Total: 48.5
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The Miami Hurricanes (4-0) are set to travel to Memorial Stadium on Saturday, October 3, 2026, to face off against the Clemson Tigers (3-1). Miami kicks off this game as 16.5-point favorites according to the oddsmakers, with an over/under of 48.5.
The Miami Hurricanes enter this encounter boasting a flawless 4-0 record this season. In their most recent game, they decisively defeated the Central Michigan Chippewas with a score of 52-3. The Hurricanes executed 68 offensive plays, racking up an impressive 572 yards. On the ground, they attempted 34 runs for a total of 201 yards, averaging 5.9 yards per carry. Defensively, Miami conceded only 21 rushing yards on 25 carries, which translates to just 0.8 yards per rush. They allowed 21 completions out of 26 attempts for 137 yards, achieving a completion rate of 80.8%.
In tackling passing yards, the Hurricanes have allowed 740 yards this season, placing them 46th in Division 1. They are giving up an average of 185.0 passing yards per game with a completion percentage of 59.4%. Overall, they’ve permitted 224.5 yards per contest, ranking them 2nd in collegiate football. Miami has allowed 3 passing touchdowns while no rushing touchdowns, restricting teams to just 1.9 yards per rushing attempt and only 39.5 rushing yards per match this year. They have conceded a mere 158 rushing yards across 4 games, placing them 4th nationally for points allowed, giving up just 9.0 per game.
The Clemson Tigers take the field with a current record of 3-1 this season. In their latest outing, the Tigers emerged victorious with a final score of 24-10 against the California Golden Bears. Clemson averaged 5.2 yards per carry, accumulating 255 rushing yards on 49 attempts. They completed 70 plays, totaling 363 yards with an average of 5.2 yards per play. On defense, the Tigers surrendered a completion rate of 56.7%, allowing 145 yards on 17 completions out of 30 attempts. They allowed 27 runs for a total of 86 yards (3.2 yards per carry).
The Clemson Tigers average 314.0 yards per game, placing them at 127th nationally. The Tigers’ offense has accumulated 229 yards from penalties over 25 infractions, ranking them 82nd in Division 1. Averaging 157.8 rushing yards per game, they have a total of 631 rushing yards. They have thrown 4 interceptions and lost 3 fumbles, securing 73 first downs. Currently, Clemson ranks 120th in points scored, averaging only 21.0 points per game. They have recorded a total of 625 passing yards this season, translating to an average of 156.3 yards per game, ranking them 128th overall.
This season, Clemson’s defense has permitted a total of 631 rushing yards (157.8 yards per game) along with 5 rushing touchdowns. They have allowed 4 passing touchdowns and 214.8 yards per game, placing them 79th in collegiate football. To date, their defense has allowed 88 points. They have recovered 2 fumbles and picked off 4 passes this season. The Tigers have participated in 286 defensive plays, ranking 118th in Division 1. With an average of 22.0 points allowed per game, they are positioned 63rd nationwide.
Who will claim victory in tonight’s clash between the Hurricanes and Tigers against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on the Hurricanes -16.5
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