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First of all, pay attention to special teams tomorrow, they could tell a huge story (as they usually do, but especially for this team because Miami is absolutely abysmal)
But BC has blocked TWO kicks both of their last 2 games. 4 blocked kicks in the last 2 games. Obviously, Hartley needs to have the kids ready. They're going to be coming.
Also, BC has only ATTEMPTED 3 FGs all season, but they were all in the last couple games as well. They've had major kicking woes this year, missing 5 XPs, but they may have found their kicker as they've gone 3-3 recently. But this team will go for it on 4th down unless they're down close to scoring range. They've gone for it on 4th down 18 times, which is T-13 in the country. Only successful 50% of the time though, which ranks in the 70s. But Addazio is not scared to go for it rather than attempt even moderate FGs. Keep an eye on that as they often call plays on 3rd down knowing they're in 4 down territory when most teams feel they're in FG range.
Turnovers have been a big story for them this year also. They have forced the same amount of turnovers as Miami so far this season (17), which is tied for 7th in the country. As always, Miami HAS TO protect the ball, especially on the road.
Also, this isn't your grandpa's BC team. They go more uptempo this year than I've ever seen before....evidenced by them ranking 53rd in plays run (Miami is 97th). So don't expect 3 yards and a cloud of dust with AJ Dillon. They'll move with purpose tomorrow.
Overall, they're a little bit better on defense than offense, but they're not exceptional in either area. Brown, the QB, has cooled off considerably after looking like Aaron Rodgers the first few weeks. Regression to the mean there. But as usual, contain Dillon the best you can, don't let him rip off several huge runs and you should be OK.
26 points wins this game. I think Miami can get there, provided they can win or at least match hidden yardage, force a turnover or two and get a couple short fields. Close game, tough game, but Miami prevails 26-20.
But BC has blocked TWO kicks both of their last 2 games. 4 blocked kicks in the last 2 games. Obviously, Hartley needs to have the kids ready. They're going to be coming.
Also, BC has only ATTEMPTED 3 FGs all season, but they were all in the last couple games as well. They've had major kicking woes this year, missing 5 XPs, but they may have found their kicker as they've gone 3-3 recently. But this team will go for it on 4th down unless they're down close to scoring range. They've gone for it on 4th down 18 times, which is T-13 in the country. Only successful 50% of the time though, which ranks in the 70s. But Addazio is not scared to go for it rather than attempt even moderate FGs. Keep an eye on that as they often call plays on 3rd down knowing they're in 4 down territory when most teams feel they're in FG range.
Turnovers have been a big story for them this year also. They have forced the same amount of turnovers as Miami so far this season (17), which is tied for 7th in the country. As always, Miami HAS TO protect the ball, especially on the road.
Also, this isn't your grandpa's BC team. They go more uptempo this year than I've ever seen before....evidenced by them ranking 53rd in plays run (Miami is 97th). So don't expect 3 yards and a cloud of dust with AJ Dillon. They'll move with purpose tomorrow.
Overall, they're a little bit better on defense than offense, but they're not exceptional in either area. Brown, the QB, has cooled off considerably after looking like Aaron Rodgers the first few weeks. Regression to the mean there. But as usual, contain Dillon the best you can, don't let him rip off several huge runs and you should be OK.
26 points wins this game. I think Miami can get there, provided they can win or at least match hidden yardage, force a turnover or two and get a couple short fields. Close game, tough game, but Miami prevails 26-20.
