Miami Hurricanes vs Ole Miss Rebels NCAAF Betting Prediction
PublishedJanuary 2, 2026,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:January 2, 2026 ,

NCAAF Miami Hurricanes vs Ole Miss Rebels Prediction 1/8

The Miami Hurricanes will take on the Ole Miss Rebels in the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl. The game will be held at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, AZ, on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 7:30 PM. Fans can catch the action live on ESPN.

Miami vs. Ole Miss Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Ole Miss Rebels +126. Ole Miss has a strong home record, winning 21 of their last 22 home games. This makes them a good value pick as underdogs.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Over 51.5. Both teams have high-scoring offenses, with Ole Miss ranked 13th in points for and Miami having scored over 30 points in their recent games.

Team Trends

  • The Miami Hurricanes have a road record of 3-1 this season.
  • The Ole Miss Rebels have an undefeated home record of 8-0 this season.
  • In their last postseason game, the Miami Hurricanes lost to the Iowa State Cyclones 42-41.
  • The Ole Miss Rebels scored 447 points during the regular season, ranking 13th overall.
  • Miami Hurricanes’ defense ranks 8th in sacks with 34 this season.

Miami vs Ole Miss College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl Preview

The Miami Hurricanes are set to compete against the Ole Miss Rebels in the College Football Playoff Semifinal. This game will take place at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Miami enters the game with a 10-2 record, holding the 10th spot in both the AP and Coaches Poll. Their regular season showed strength, especially with a 7-1 record at home. Their last postseason appearance ended with a close loss to Iowa State in the Pop-Tarts Bowl.

On the other side, Ole Miss has an impressive 11-1 record and ranks 6th in both major polls. The Rebels have been strong at home, finishing the season undefeated in their stadium. Last postseason, they secured a big win against Duke in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl. Fans can expect a competitive game as these top-ranked teams meet on the field.

Ole Miss Rebels: A Strong Home Front

The Ole Miss Rebels are ranked 6th in both the AP and Coaches Poll. They compete in the Southeastern Conference and play their home games at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. This season, the Rebels have an impressive 11-1 overall record, including an 8-0 home record.

Trinidad Chambliss leads the team as their top quarterback. He has thrown for 3,016 yards, placing him 23rd nationally, and he has 18 touchdown passes. Kewan Lacy stands out as the top running back, with 1,279 rushing yards and 20 rushing touchdowns.

In their last postseason game, Ole Miss defeated the Duke Blue Devils 52-20 in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl. This season, the Rebels’ offense ranks 4th in passing yards with 3,715 yards. On defense, they are ranked 8th in interceptions with seven this season.

Miami Hurricanes: A Road Challenge

The Miami Hurricanes hold the 10th spot in both the AP and Coaches Poll. They compete in the Atlantic Coast Conference and call Hard Rock Stadium home. This season, they have a record of 10-2, with a 3-1 mark on the road.

Carson Beck leads Miami as their top quarterback. He has thrown for 3,072 yards, ranking 20th nationally, with 25 touchdown passes. On the ground, Mark Fletcher Jr. is their key running back, contributing 685 rushing yards and 10 rushing touchdowns.

In their last postseason game, Miami faced a narrow defeat against Iowa State, losing 42-41 in the Pop-Tarts Bowl. This year, their offense ranks 21st in passing yards with 3,310 yards. On defense, Miami is 13th in interceptions, having made 12 picks this season.

Final Betting Pick

The Ole Miss Rebels are a strong pick for the money line at +126. They have an impressive home record, winning 21 of their last 22 games at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. This shows they are tough to beat at home, making them a good choice as underdogs in this game.

The over 51.5 is a solid prediction because both teams have high-scoring offenses. Ole Miss is ranked 13th in points for, while Miami has scored over 30 points in recent games. This suggests that both teams can put up points, making the over a likely outcome.

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