Miami Ohio vs Rutgers Picks and Prediction for Saturday September 6 2025

By: Cameron Ross Published 09/02/2025, 11:35 PM ET

Miami Ohio Preview

The Miami Ohio RedHawks carry a winless record on the road this week with the game in New Jersey against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. Miami Ohio comes into this game following a 17-point road. Loss to Wisconsin in the season opener. Offensively, Miami Ohio was terrible a week ago, scoring no points on 117 total yards after turning the ball over twice and failing to convert on 3rd down in the game period. Defensively, Miami Ohio was outmatched, giving up 353 yards and 17 points in the loss period. For other College Football action, see our College Football Picks.

Dequan Finn led the way for the Miami Ohio offense a week ago, completing 9 passes for 83 yards and adding 13 yards on 12 carries. Kenny Tracy was the top ball carrier in the game with six carries for 15 yards. Cole Weaver led all receivers for the RedHawks with 35 yards on three catches.

Rutgers Preview

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights are undefeated coming into this game and will play their second consecutive home game of the season. Rutgers is undefeated through one game played following a narrow 3-point victory against Ohio to start the season. Defensively, Rutgers had their issues a week ago, giving up 31 points on 440 total yards, but allowed only five third-down conversions in the win, and held Ohio scoreless in the fourth quarter. Offensively, Rogers was the better team, scoring 34 points, including 31 in the first half, on 399 total yards.

Athan Kaliakmanis led the way for the Rutgers offense a week ago, completing 18 passes for 252 yards and two scores. Antwan Raymond led the team with 14 carries for 87 yards and one touchdown. Ian Strong led both teams, gaining 100 yards on 7 receptions. DT Sheffield added 85 yards and one score on 4 grabs in the game.

Miami Ohio vs Rutgers Pick

Rutgers had defensive issues in week 1 but still managed to pull off the win. Look for Rutgers to iron out the details in Week 2 as they overwhelm Miami Ohio. Take the Scarlet Knights this week to remain undefeated as they get the win and cover at home. Final Score Prediction, Rutgers Scarlet Knights win and cover 38-7.

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