- Matchup: Miami RedHawks vs NIU Huskies
- Event Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
- Venue: Huskie Stadium, Dekalb, IL
- Broadcast: ESPN+
- Betting Odds: Huskies (+4.5)
- Over/Under Total: 39.5
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The NIU Huskies (1-3) will face off against the Miami RedHawks (1-3) at Huskie Stadium on Saturday, October 4, 2025. The RedHawks are currently favored by 4.5 points, and the game’s over/under is set at 39.5.
Entering this matchup, the Miami RedHawks hold a 1-3 record so far this season. In their most recent outing, they secured a commanding win against the Lindenwood Lions with a score of 38-0. During that game, Miami executed 72 plays, accumulating 472 total yards. The RedHawks effectively ran the ball 49 times, achieving 264 rushing yards at an average of 5.4 yards per carry. On defense, they allowed 29 rushing attempts for 59 yards, which is just 2.0 yards per carry. Additionally, they permitted 9 completions on 25 passing attempts, yielding 87 passing yards and registering a 36.0% completion rate.
In terms of scoring, the Miami RedHawks average 23.3 points per game. They are generating a modest 136.5 rushing yards, ranking 97th nationally. Overall, the RedHawks have amassed 1,353 total yards this season, securing 5 touchdowns through the air and 4 on the ground. With 63 first downs, Miami has suffered from 28 penalties totaling 283 yards and has committed 6 turnovers.
Defensively, the RedHawks have allowed 827 passing yards, placing them at 43rd in college football, yielding an average of 206.8 passing yards per game with a completion percentage of 60.3%. Overall, they give up 358.8 yards per game, ranking 70th nationally. They have conceded 7 touchdowns through the air and 5 on the ground, allowing 3.9 yards per carry against the run, resulting in an average of 152.0 rushing yards allowed per game. This season, Miami has surrendered a total of 608 rushing yards over 4 games, ranking 80th in D-1 for points allowed, conceding 25.8 points per game.
The Huskies come into this contest with a record of 1-3 this season. In their previous game, the Huskies faced a narrow defeat to the San Diego State Aztecs, ending with a score of 6-3. In that match, NIU averaged just 2.7 yards per rushing attempt, totaling 112 yards across 41 carries. They registered a total of 169 yards while running 57 plays, averaging 3.0 yards per play. On the defensive end, their pass defense allowed a completion percentage of 63.6%, conceding 115 yards on 14 of 22 attempts. Furthermore, NIU defended against 44 rushing attempts, giving up 151 yards or 3.4 yards per carry.
When it comes to scoring, the Huskies sit at 136th in D-1, averaging just 10.3 points per game. With an average of 248.5 total yards per game, they are ranked 135th in Division 1. The NIU offense has incurred 213 penalty yards over 25 infractions, placing them 86th in D-1 in terms of penalties. Their turnover ratio includes 3 interceptions without any lost fumbles, while they have recorded 54 first downs. For the season, the Huskies have thrown for 399 yards, averaging a meager 99.8 passing yards per game, ranking them 134th in college football. They have rushed for 595 yards this year, averaging 148.8 yards per game on the ground.
The Huskies’ defense has allowed an average of 20.3 points per game, positioning them at 49th in college football. They have given up a total of 591 rushing yards, averaging 147.8 yards per game along with 4 rushing touchdowns this season. Additionally, they have conceded 4 touchdowns through the air while yielding 171.0 passing yards per game, placing them 28th in Division 1. NIU’s defense has participated in 254 plays this season, ranking them 23rd nationally. So far, they have registered 1 fumble recovery and 3 interceptions. This year, they have allowed 81 total points.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s matchup between the RedHawks and Huskies against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on the Huskies +4.5
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