Miami (OH) RedHawks @ Rutgers Scarlet Knights Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 9/6/2025 3:30 PM EDT

We have your Miami (OH) RedHawks @ Rutgers Scarlet Knights prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Miami (OH) RedHawks hit the road to face the Rutgers Scarlet Knights.

Miami (OH) RedHawks @ Rutgers Scarlet Knights Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Rutgers -700 on ESPN BET, Miami (OH) +490 on Fanduel.
Best Spread Odds: Rutgers -14.0 -114 on BetRivers.
Best Total Odds: Over 45.5 -113 on Fanduel, Under 46.5 -105 on ESPN BET.

Game Info

Date: 2025-09-06
Time: 3:30 PM EDT
Location: -
TV: -

Miami (OH) RedHawks @ Rutgers Scarlet Knights Preview

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights are set to host the Miami (OH) RedHawks in what promises to be an intriguing early-season matchup. Rutgers head coach Greg Schiano recently held a press conference, offering insights into his team's preparation and respect for their upcoming opponent. Schiano spoke highly of the RedHawks' football program and head coach Chuck Martin, specifically commending Miami (OH)'s defense, which has consistently ranked among the top 40 and even top 20 in previous seasons. He highlighted linebacker Adam Trick's impressive performance against Wisconsin last week, where Trick recorded five solo tackles, two sacks, and one pass defended, labeling him a player Rutgers needs to account for at all times.

Schiano also drew parallels between Miami (OH) quarterback Dequan Finn and Ohio's Parker Navarro, both noted for their mobility and strong arms. Rutgers faced challenges containing Navarro last week, who threw for 239 yards and three touchdowns while adding 93 rushing yards and another score in Rutgers' 34-31 victory over Ohio. Schiano emphasized the need to improve containment against mobile quarterbacks like Finn, who boasts over 92 career touchdowns at the Division I level. On the injury front for Rutgers, offensive lineman Dantae Chin earned a starting left tackle spot due to training camp injuries and performed well. However, the defensive line will be without Doug Blue-Eli, a significant loss in terms of experience, stemming from what Schiano described as a "silly" practice injury. Defensive back Jacobie Henderson's progress was also noted, with Schiano praising his enthusiasm and work ethic.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

Information regarding the historic head-to-head matchups between the Miami (OH) RedHawks and the Rutgers Scarlet Knights is not available in our current research.

Pick: Miami (OH) RedHawks +14.5

While Rutgers enters this game as a significant favorite, the Miami (OH) RedHawks present a challenging opponent, particularly on defense. Coach Schiano's own comments underscore the respect Rutgers has for Miami (OH)'s defensive unit and the dual-threat capabilities of quarterback Dequan Finn. Rutgers' recent struggle to contain a similar mobile quarterback in Parker Navarro, allowing him to make plays with both his arm and legs, is a red flag when facing Finn. Miami (OH)'s defense, led by standout linebacker Adam Trick, has shown it can disrupt opposing offenses, even against a Power Five team like Wisconsin. Given these factors, covering a two-touchdown spread against a disciplined Miami (OH) team with a dynamic quarterback could prove difficult for Rutgers, especially with some key injuries on their defensive line. We like the RedHawks to keep this game within the spread.