Cam Ward featured in our Pop-Tarts Bowl picks and odds Miami vs Iowa State

Iowa State vs Miami-FL Pop-Tarts Bowl Odds and Picks: Cam Ward Is In!

The new-and-improved Pop-Tarts Bowl, with a working toaster as the trophy, features the Iowa State Cyclones and Miami (FL) HurricanesFanDuel is offering the 'Canes as 3.5-point favorites at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida.

Both Iowa State and Miami fell to its own demise by falling in the final weeks to keep its groups out of the College Football Playoff. Recent history has shown the Cyclones are cursed in the Pop-Tarts Bowl while the Hurricanes look to snap a five-game bowl losing streak.

Iowa State vs Miami-fL Odds

Matchup Page: Iowa State vs Miami (FL), Dec. 28, 3:30 pm ET

TeamSpreadMoneylineTotal
Iowa State Cyclones+3.5 (-110)+132OVER 55.5 (-114)
Miami (FL) Hurrcianes-3.5 (-110)-160UNDER 55.5 (-106)

Odds as of December 24 from FanDuel

Iowa state vs miami-FL Picks – Pop-Tarts Bowl

The Cyclones have played in the Pop-Tarts Bowl twice since 2019, going 0-2 SU and ATS. Similarly, the Hurricanes haven't won a bowl game since 2016. Not exactly what we want to see. But, Mario Cristobal has a very obvious edge as his Heisman finalist, starting quarterback will be on the field leading his team. Miami has only been favorites of 4-points or fewer twice this season, covering on both occasions with ease. 

Iowa State was brutally embarrassed in Big 12 Championship, falling 45-19 to Arizona State. The Cyclones couldn't stop Cam Skattebo's ground attack and now they're up against a lethal passing game. At least Iowa State is the fifth-ranked passing defense, but based on its schedule, it has never faced a signal-caller like Cam Ward.

Travel is easier for Miami and its team is intact while getting a massive boost with Cam Ward sticking by their side. The favorite is 7-1 ATS in the last eight Pop-Tarts Bowls, the single exception was Florida's lone double-digit spread in 2022.

Iowa State vs Miami-FL Pick: Miami -3.5 (-110)

*picks made as of Tuesday, December 24 at 10:30 am ET

Iowa State vs Miami-fL News

Sure, he's projected to be selected high in the NFL Draft. But, Cam Ward's loyalty still lies with the Hurricanes. Ahead of the Heisman Trophy ceremony, Cam Wrad announced he will be playing in the Pop-Tarts Bowl. The senior said he's excited to try to finish his college career by winning his last game. 

Iowa State vs Miami-fL Prop Bet

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Iowa State vs Miami-fL Betting Trends

  • The Iowa State Cyclones are 4-1 (80.0%) against the spread in their last 5 games as an underdog
  • The Iowa State Cyclones are 4-1 (80.0%) in their last 5 games as an underdog
  • The OVER hit in 9 of the Miami (FL) Hurricanes last 13 games as a favorite 

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