The five-point plus margin of victory is slightly more than the three to 3.5 points the Miami football team is laying with most point spreads. The game is likely to be low scoring. The Hurricanes averaged 29.1 points per game in 2017 and allowed 21. LSU scored 27.2 and allowed 18.9.
The Tigers enter 2018 without most of their statistical leaders from last season. They have to replace their quarterback, leading rusher and receiver. Miami brings back their quarterback and leading rusher. The Hurricanes defense returns seven of their eight leading tacklers.