Miami vs. Virginia: Where to Watch, Weather and Odds

The Miami Hurricanes football program is soaring after an electrifying double-overtime victory over the Clemson Tigers, with a final score of 28-20. This marked a significant triumph over a Clemson team they had not defeated since 2010. Miami is now determined to achieve their first two-game Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) winning streak since the conclusion of the 2021 season. Their next challenge lies in hosting the Virginia Cavaliers (2-5, 1-4 ACC) at Hard Rock Stadium this coming Saturday.

On the flip side, Virginia is currently basking in the afterglow of their recent victory—a remarkable 31-27 upset against North Carolina. Notably, just the week prior, North Carolina had secured a victory over Miami, underscoring the importance of the impending matchup between Miami and Virginia for the Hurricanes.

Miami currently boasts a 12-8 advantage in their all-time series with Virginia. The Hurricanes’ most recent win over the Cavaliers dates back to 2022 when they secured a thrilling four-overtime victory with a score of 14-12 in a game held at Virginia. Miami also has an opportunity to secure bowl eligibility with a win and keep their ACC title aspirations alive.

Virginia has now secured two consecutive wins after enduring a challenging stretch in which they suffered losses in 16 out of 19 games. Notably, Virginia is making their fourth appearance at Miami in the last five years, but the teams are not scheduled to face each other next season, marking the first time since 2003 that they won’t meet on the field.

It’s worth noting that Virginia has struggled in games decided by three points or less this season, maintaining a winless record of 0-3 in such closely contested matchups. The combined record of the three teams (James Madison, N.C. State, Boston College) that emerged victorious in these games is 15-6.

The last five games between Virginia and Miami have all been tightly contested, with each being decided by eight points or less, including last season’s 14-12 Hurricanes victory in a four-overtime thriller. That specific game featured eight field goals and a dramatic 2-point conversion rush by former Miami quarterback, now Missouri quarterback, Jake Garcia in the fourth overtime.

Looking at recent history, Miami has emerged victorious in six of the last eight matchups against Virginia. It’s also worth noting that in four of the last five Miami-Virginia meetings, neither team managed to score more than 19 points.

How to Watch

Date and Time: Saturday, October 28th, 2023 | 3:30 p.m. EST

Location: Hard Rock Stadium | Miami Gardens, Florida

Broadcast: ACC Network

Weather Conditions

According to The Weather Channel, the temperature forecast indicates 84°F at kick-off, with a heat index, or ‘feels-like’ temperature, of 87°F. Throughout the time frame from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., temperatures will exhibit variations, fluctuating between 84°F and 80°F. The probability of precipitation will shift between 0% and 3%. Wind conditions are anticipated to range from 18 miles per hour, originating from the east and northeast, and may decrease to as low as 14 miles per hour, coming from the northeast direction.

Betting Odds (via BetMGM)

• Moneyline: -1100
• Spread: Miami -18.5
• Total: Over/under 47.5 points

Betting Odds (via Caesars Sportsbook)

• Spread: Miami -19.0
• Total: Over/under 48 points