The #2 ranked Cincinnati Bearcats (6-0) face the Navy Midshipmen (1-5) in an American Athletic Conference matchup on Saturday at noon EST. Cincinnati comes off a dominant 56-21 win over Central Florida, while Navy fell to Memphis 35-17.

Betting Odds:

• Cincinnati: -27 (-110)
• Navy: +27 (-110)
• Over/Under: 49 points (-110)

Betting Trends:

• Cincinnati is 5-1 against the spread this season
• Games involving Cincinnati have gone over 49 points in 5 of 6 games
• Navy is 3-3 against the spread
• Navy games have exceeded 49 points in 4 of 6 contests

Cincinnati Keys to Victory:

• Heisman candidate QB Desmond Ridder (1,500 yards, 13 TDs, 2 INTs)
• Strong defense with 18 takeaways
• Continue momentum toward potential College Football Playoff berth

Navy Keys to Victory:

• Leverage home field advantage
• Exploit #15 ranked rushing attack (216.3 yards/game)
• Apply consistent defensive pressure on Ridder

Prediction: Cincinnati's high-powered offense and playoff aspirations should carry them to a comfortable victory and cover the spread. The Bearcats' disciplined defense and Ridder's efficient passing attack will likely prove too much for Navy's one-dimensional offense.

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