#286 ASA TOP PLAY 10* ON Miami-OH Redhawks (-) over Ball State Cardinals, Wednesday at 7 PM ET - Our projections heading into this MAC season have the Redhawks finishing near the top of the East Division right behind Buffalo while the Cardinals are likely to finish in the bottom half of the West Division. Though Ball State did go 4-4 in the MAC last season they just don't have the defense to improve on that this season plus lost some key talent at WR and along the offensive line heading into this season. Last season Ball State finished up on a 1-4 run and the only win was in their season finale over the Redhawks. Now the rematch this season is at Miami-OH and our computer math model is projecting a big revenging win for the home team in this one. The Cardinals are particularly thin at defensive line entering this season and the Redhawks return 4 offensive linemen as they got Doyle and Godlevske back after those two had initially opted out. That is key as that means returning QB Gabbert is part of a strong group of returning starters on offense including a very solid offensive line including his left tackle and center returning after they had considered opting out. The Redhawks went 6-2 in the MAC last season and appear poised for another strong season and though the defense is a bit of a concern for Miami-OH, the Cardinals defense is an even bigger concern and the Redhawks very experienced offensive group plus home field plus revenge all factor into a solid win here. Look for the host to improve to 6-2 ATS in the last 8 meetings between these teams. Miami-OH has some guys out at TE and RB for this one but they have ample talent there including returning most of their running back rotation from last season. The Redhawks roll in this one. This one has the makings of a home blowout and we're laying the small number with Miami-OH