UNLV Rebels vs. Miami (OH) RedHawks Picks and Prediction for Saturday, September 20, 2025
Get ready for an intriguing Week 4 clash as the UNLV Rebels battle it out with the Miami RedHawks in our Rebels vs. RedHawks prediction. Set to unfold at Yager Stadium on September 20th at 12:00 PM ET, this game, airing on ESPNU, promises an exciting matchup with two teams currently in different spots as UNLV is 3-0 while Miami (OH) is 0-2. With these teams looking to step up in this matchup, let's dive into the stats, injuries, and key insights to preview what's in store. Rivalries, tempo, trenches — NCAAF picks for UNLV Rebels at Miami (OH) RedHawks.
Rebels Looking for 4-0 Start
The UNLV Rebels are coming off a 30-23 home win over the UCLA Bruins back on Sept. 6. They also beat Sam Houston State on the road 38-21 and FCS Idaho State 38-31 at home in late August. They are currently 53rd in the country with 35.3 points per game scored. UNLV’s offense is led by quarterback Anthony Colandrea, who has been able to complete 49-of-65 passes for 647 yards with six passing touchdowns to one interception to begin the season. Their total offense stands at 429.0 yards per game (51st in NCAA), with rushing accounting for an amazing 201.0 yards (49th). The passing game has been middle of the pack compared to the rest of the country, with an average of 228.0 yards per game (70th).
Defensively, the Rebels are allowing 25.0 points per game right now. The team has struggled as they are allowing 438.3 total yards per game (120th), with their pass defense needing to get some incompletions, as they are allowing a 61.4 completion percentage through the first three games. All signs are showing the UNLV Rebels should continue to step up and put themselves in good positions to win.
Injury Report for UNLV
- Quarterback Alex Orji: Undisclosed (OUT)
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RedHawks Searching for First Win
The Miami RedHawks are looking for their first win of this season as they are coming off a 45-17 road loss against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. The offense has been terrible as they are scoring only 8.5 points per game this year. Quarterback Dequan Finn has struggled under center as he completed 23-of-41 passes for 334 yards with zero touchdown passes to three interceptions while also running 23 times for 98 yards (4.3 yards per carry) and a rushing touchdown. As a team, they are ranked 133rd nationally in total yards, averaging 242.5 per game. Miami (OH)’s passing offense, which averages 167.0 yards per game, will need to find new ways to maintain its efficiency as they are 114th in college football. The rushing game, contributing 75.5 yards per game (130th nationally), needs to find ways to open up the offense
The RedHawks’ defense is tied for 113th with 31.0 points allowed per game. They are also allowing an average of 387.0 total yards per game (95th), which makes things more difficult. Their pass defense, in particular, has been holding its own, conceding 223.5 yards per game (86th). Their rush defense, allowing 163.5 yards per game, remains a focal point that the program needs to show improvement on.
Injury Report for Miami (OH)
No injuries to report
UNLV Rebels vs. Miami (OH) RedHawks Pick
Spread Pick for UNLV vs. Miami (OH)
- UNLV Rebels -130 (5 units)
This simply does not make a lot of sense.UNLV is clearly the better team on both sides of the football and has the better quarterback, but it is somehow only slightly favored in this game. There is also no rest advantage as both teams were off last week and have not played on Sept. 6. Miami is winless ,while UNLV is undefeated. Simply, take the UNLV Rebels to completely dominate on the road and continue their undefeated season at this point.
Over/Under Pick for UNLV vs. Miami (OH)
- Under 50.5 (4 units)
These defenses should be able to step up. The Rutgers Scarlet Knights game is not indicative of what the Miami RedHawks defense can be, as they allowed 17 points to a good Wisconsin program. UNLV should have a better time as Dequan Finn is not a prolific passer, so they should be able to do better in pass defense. All in all, go with under 50.5 total points to be scored.
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