Miami vs. Iowa State predictions and odds

The Pop-Tarts Bowl, pitting the No. 16 Miami Hurricanes against the No. 19 Iowa State Cyclones, could be one of the most entertaining bowl games for fans and players alike.

The match features two teams competing for a spot in the College Football Playoff, and the game at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida features not one, but three edible mascots to choose from for the winning team be presented with joy.

Despite a setback in the Big 12 Championship game against Arizona State, the Cyclones aren’t letting that dampen their spirit. They enter the Pop-Tarts Bowl after a 10-3 season and are determined to secure their first bowl win since 2020. This attack is led by Iowa State quarterback Rocco Becht, who has thrown for 3,235 yards, 22 touchdowns and nine interceptions. while completing 59.3% of his passes. Becht also contributed with his legs, rushing for 295 yards and scoring seven touchdowns this season.

Like Iowa State, the Hurricanes go home with great motivation after narrowly missing out on a spot in the College Football Playoff. Quarterback Cam Ward has become a standout player for Miami as he was named a Heisman Trophy finalist, the Associated Press Offensive Player of the Year and the Atlantic Coast Conference Newcomer of the Year. It’s still uncertain whether Ward will begin preparing for the 2025 NFL Draft, which could cause him to miss the bowl game.

Here’s everything you need to know before the Pop Tarts Bowl.

Pop-Tarts Bowl Predictions: Iowa State vs. Miami

USA TODAY: Hurricanes are the unanimous choice

Scooby Axon: Miami
Jordan Mendoza: Miami
Paul Myerberg: Miami
Erick Smith: Miami
Eddie Timanus: Miami
Dan Clouds: Miami

NFL MOCK DRAFT 2025:QBs Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders crack the top five

ESPN: Iowa State 38, Miami 27

Adam Rittenberg writes: “When teams fail to make the CFP, college football offers them an incredible consolation: the chance to eat the Pop-Tarts mascot. This truly is the greatest sport. ISU and Miami will certainly experience some level of disappointment, and the opt-outs could play a big role, especially if Hurricanes star quarterback Cam Ward decides to begin his NFL Draft preparation. Iowa State probably has more motivation here as it can build on its team record of wins (currently at 10) and earn its first bowl win since 2020. Miami has been a really bad bowl team, losing 11 of their last 12, and the misery will continue.”

Sports News: Miami 29, Iowa State 26

Bill Bender writes: “Will Miami quarterback Cam Ward play? That would be a big difference for the Hurricanes, who led the FBS with 44.2 points per game. Iowa State allowed 40-plus points in losses to Kansas and Arizona State. The Hurricanes were 2-0 ATS with a lead of four points or less, and we look forward to continuing with the Pop-Tarts mascot.”

College football news: Iowa State 34, Miami 20

Pete Fiutak writes: “The Pop-Tarts Bowl will be a lot of fun thanks to its brilliant marketing campaign, but Miami has been a little too quiet when it comes to bowl opt-outs and transfers. They are coming. Let’s take Iowa for now. “The state’s starting lineup will be a little more intact and a lot more motivated.”

Bleacher Nation: Miami Hurricanes

Staff writes: “Our Miami vs. Iowa State prediction has the Hurricanes (-175 on the money line) as the pick to win. As far as the overall score is concerned, we are looking at an over at 55.5 points.”

Pop-Tarts Bowl Odds, Lines: Iowa State vs. Miami

According to BetMGM college football odds, the Miami Hurricanes are the favorites to win over the Iowa State Cyclones.

Odds as of Friday afternoon, December 27th.

Spread: Miami (-4)
Money lines: Miami (-190); Iowa State (+160)
Over/Under: 57.5

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Here’s how to watch Iowa State vs. Miami in the Pop-Tarts Bowl

Date: Saturday December 28th
Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
TV: ABC
Electricity: Fubo (free trial)
Where: Camping World Stadium (Orlando, Florida)

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