Bethune-Cookman vs Miami Picks and Prediction September 6 2025

By: Jake Allman Updated 09/01/2025, 09:29 PM ET

Bethune-Cookman (0-1) visits Miami (1-0) on Saturday, September 6 at 5:00 PM ET from Hard Rock Stadium. The Wildcats were overmatched in a 42-9 loss to FIU in Week 1, while the Hurricanes pulled out a tough 27-24 win against Notre Dame to open the season. Get ready for all the college football action with our free college football picks.

Bethune-Cookman Preview

Bethune-Cookman showed very little offensive firepower in the opener. Quarterback Timmy McClain completed 18 of 28 passes for 164 yards but failed to find the end zone. Running back Marqui Johnson managed 76 yards on 9 carries and was the lone bright spot for a unit that didn’t reach double digits until late in garbage time. Wideout Javon Ross led with 6 catches for 109 yards, but the offensive line gave McClain no time, and the team converted just 3 third downs all game.

Defensively, the Wildcats were shredded by FIU’s passing attack and couldn’t contain the run either. Antwone Watts had a game-high 7 tackles, but the front seven failed to generate any consistent pressure. Bethune-Cookman surrendered over 450 total yards and 42 points without forcing a turnover. The defense looked worn down early and now faces a faster, deeper, more physical Miami group that will test every level of the unit.

Miami Preview

Miami opened its season with a strong win over a ranked Notre Dame team, thanks to a balanced effort from quarterback Carson Beck and the backfield. Beck threw for 205 yards and 2 touchdowns on 20-of-31 passing. Mark Fletcher Jr. added 66 yards on 15 carries, while Malachi Toney hauled in 6 catches for 82 yards and a score. The offense racked up 385 total yards and controlled the tempo in the second half. The offensive line held strong against a tough Irish front, and the skill position talent was clearly a step quicker.

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The Hurricanes' defense stood up to Notre Dame’s physicality and delivered in key moments. Defensive lineman Akheem Mesidor posted 1.5 sacks and created pressure throughout. Linebacker Raul Aguirre Jr. led the way with 6 tackles. Miami allowed yardage but got off the field when it mattered, limiting the Irish to 4-of-12 on third down.

Bethune Cookman vs Miami Pick

Pick: Miami 52, Bethune-Cookman 6. The gap in talent, depth, and execution is massive. Miami has an experienced quarterback, a strong offensive line, and an aggressive defense that just went toe-to-toe with a top-tier opponent. Bethune-Cookman’s lack of protection and inability to generate stops against FIU points to a long night in Miami Gardens. Expect the Hurricanes to pull away early and cruise.