College Football Picks, Predictions: Our MACtion Best Bets for Tuesday, November 4

Our Summary
The return of MACtion brings excitement as the Mid-American Conference resumes its tradition of hosting Tuesday and Wednesday night football games. Two matchups are set for the opening night: Miami (OH) RedHawks vs. Ohio Bobcats and UMass Minutemen vs. Akron Zips.
In the Miami (OH) vs. Ohio game, the focus is on the Battle for the Bricks, a notable rivalry at the Group of Five level. Miami's offense is expected to perform well against an Ohio defense that has struggled, allowing at least 20 points in every MAC game this season. Miami's quarterback, Dequan Finn, has been effective in league play, and the team’s running game and offensive line are in strong form. The RedHawks are favored to surpass a team total of 23.5 points due to these factors.
In the UMass vs. Akron matchup, Akron is favored by 9.5 points. The Zips have shown inconsistency, playing well against
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