Texas A&M vs. Miami prediction: Odds, picks, and analysis

No. 24 Texas A&M is feeling the heat after being beaten by Appalachian State. No. 13 Miami is looking to record the first big win of the Mario Cristobal era. The game is scheduled for Saturday at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN.

Miami (2-0) has a significant edge at quarterback with Tyler Van Dyke. Texas A&M (1-1) had just 186 yards in their woeful effort against Appalachian State.

Texas A&M lost 17-14 to App State. Devon Achane's 95-yard kickoff return score was the Aggies' best moment. Texas A & M's running game was ineffective. Miami's defense has allowed 20 points in two games.

Van Dyke has thrown for at least 300 yards and three touchdowns in six consecutive games last season. He hasn't hit 300 yet this season, but he has already thrown 454 passes. Henry Parrish Jr. has topped 100 rushing yards in both games this year. Miami has noticed App State's success and will be striving for similar success.

King has passed for 461 yards, three touchdowns and two interceptions this season. King could be removed as the starter after two games. LSU transfer Max Johnson would be the probable replacement. Achane has rushed for 108 yards and 2 touchdowns. Ainias Smith has nice season numbers (10 catches for 185 yards).