NCAAF · September 12, 2026 · 1:00 PM ET
HOLY CROSS CRUSADERS @ MIAMI (OH) REDHAWKS
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Matchup Analysis
Holy Cross aiming to rebound from 3–9 2025 campaign
Holy Cross went 3–9 in 2025 under second-year head coach Dan Curran, making this early-season trip to Miami (OH) a chance to show the Crusaders have turned the corner in year three of the regime.
SourceJayden Clerveaux sets physical tone for Crusaders offense
Captain and star running back Jayden Clerveaux returns as the centerpiece of Holy Cross’ attack, giving the Crusaders a downhill runner who can challenge Miami’s front even when the offense is otherwise conservative.
SourceMiami quarterback room offers flexibility against FCS opposition
With dual-threat veteran Dequan Finn and experienced passer Caleb Heavner both available, Miami (OH) can toggle between quarterback styles to stress Holy Cross’ defense vertically and horizontally.
SourceHoly Cross receivers provide diverse options for emerging passing game
Matt Brunelle and Max Mosey bring experience on the perimeter while Ty Curran and Lincoln Fisher add younger athleticism, giving Holy Cross a varied receiving group that can attack different coverage looks from the RedHawks.
SourceKam Perry’s big-play ability shapes Miami passing concepts
Wideout Kam Perry returns as Miami’s primary explosive threat, with his route versatility complemented by inside targets like Lynel Billups-Williams and Brady Simmons to create layered passing combinations versus the Crusaders.
SourceTrench battle highlights Miami’s size advantage
Miami’s offensive line features substantial size with blockers such as Brian Beidatsch and Evan Malcore, posing a physical challenge for a Holy Cross defensive front led by high-energy linemen Gabriel Erhuanga and Vin Ferrara.
SourceHoly Cross secondary faces deep RedHawks receiver rotation
Defensive backs Amari Gardner and Marco Coleman must navigate a Miami receiving corps that can roll through outside targets Braylon Isom and Carl Jenkins plus slot weapon CJ Castner, forcing the Crusaders to cover the entire width of the field.
SourcePick Ideas
Miami (OH) spread favorite in FBS–FCS matchup
As an FBS MAC program hosting a Patriot League FCS opponent, Miami (OH) is likely to be priced as a substantial home favorite, making RedHawks -points an intuitive lean if the line does not become inflated by public action.
Game total under benefits from RedHawks’ run-centric approach
Miami’s offense often leans on a steady ground game featuring backs like Jordan Brunson and Kenny Tracy, a style that can shorten contests and support an under on the full-game total if oddsmakers anticipate a high-scoring blowout.
Kam Perry receiving yards over vs FCS secondary
After posting 966 receiving yards in 2025, Kam Perry projects as Miami’s primary explosive target, so any modest receiving-yardage prop against Holy Cross’ secondary could offer upside on the over.
Dequan Finn combined yardage over in favorable matchup
Dual-threat quarterback Dequan Finn produced 1,451 passing yards and 395 rushing yards last season, making an over on his combined yardage appealing if Miami’s staff keeps the offense aggressive against a defense stepping up in class.
Jordan Brunson rushing production props worth monitoring
Jordan Brunson led the RedHawks with 724 rushing yards in 2025, so rushing-yard or touchdown props keyed to him—potentially alongside short-yardage complement Kenny Tracy—are logical targets against a smaller Holy Cross front.
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