California +10.5 3.3% play
Miami was very lucky to hold off against Virginia Tech last week and now they have to go across the country leaving Florida for the first time all year to face Cal who is very familiar with their coaching staff. Cristobal went 2-1, but 1-2 ATS vs. Wilcox who is 30-16 ATS as a dog. Cal's defense is playing excellent so far this season and Miami really has not been tested on defense as they have played an average opponent defense ranking 108th, while Cal comes in ranking 14th on defense, and 27th in explosive plays allowed, #1 in forcing turnovers. Cal also has an edge on special teams, and Wilcox faced Cam Ward in 2022 forcing 2 interceptions in their game against Washington State. Not only is the travel spot tough for Miami with a 1030pm kick, but its hard for them to not look ahead to the following week's match up against ranked Louisville.
