deskgameA matchup with the highest-scoring offense in FBS doesn’t bode well for the Cyclones. Miami scores 44 points per game, largely due to a breakout season from Ward. He set program records with 4,123 passing yards and 36 touchdowns. The Washington State transfer is also mobile, rushing for 196 yards and four scores.
deskgameIn terms of having the best balance of offense and defense, the Bills appear to be the class of the AFC. Kansas City ranks fifth in overall defense, but Buffalo is tied for the NFL lead with 21 forced turnovers, which will be more important in terms of deciding wins and losses in the playoffs.
deskgameMiami’s Achilles' heel was a porous defense that surrendered 30+ points in five games. The unit was particularly bad in the final game when the Hurricanes needed a win to earn a spot in the ACC Championship.
deskgameThe conditions are a consideration for this prop play. The advance forecast at nflweather.com points to a 90 percent chance of rain with 16 mph wind gusts. The game-time temperature forecast is 51 degrees, and as noted by the Palm Beach Post, Tagovailoa has a 1-8 record in games 50 degrees or lower, which is obviously not far off from the projected temperature.
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