C Michigan vs E Michigan Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NCAAF, Week 8

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Eastern Michigan head coach Chris Creighton watches from the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Central Michigan, Friday, Nov. 25, 2022, in Ypsilanti, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
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  • The E Michigan is a -3.5 point favorite vs. C Michigan
  • The Central Michigan vs. Eastern Michigan Total (Over/Under): 55.5 points
  • TV Channel: ESPN+

The Central Michigan Chippewas (3-3) visit Rynearson Stadium to take on the Eastern Michigan Eagles (4-2) on Oct. 19 in Ypsilanti, MI. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:00pm EDT.

E Michigan is a betting favorite in Week 8, with the spread sitting at -3.5 (-105).

The Central Michigan vs. Eastern Michigan Over/Under is 55.5 total points.

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Central Michigan vs. Eastern Michigan Odds, Spread, Over/Under:

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Central Michigan+3.5 -11555.5 -110+130
Eastern Michigan -3.5 -10555.5 -110-155

Central Michigan vs Eastern Michigan Prediction:

The winning team model predicts Eastern Michigan will win this game with 57.2% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

This winning team prediction factors in up-to-date player injuries for both C Michigan and E Michigan, key player performances this season and recent team trends.

Central Michigan vs Eastern Michigan Spread Prediction:

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts Eastern Michigan will cover the spread with 59.8% confidence.

This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.


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  • Central Michigan has hit the Game Total Over in 7 of their last 11 games (+2.60 Units / 21% ROI)
  • Central Michigan has hit the 1Q Game Total Under in 6 of their last 10 games (+2.50 Units / 21% ROI)
  • Central Michigan has hit the 1H Game Total Under in 3 of their last 5 away games (+1.90 Units / 36% ROI)
  • Eastern Michigan has hit the 1H Game Total Over in 9 of their last 12 games (+5.70 Units / 43% ROI)
  • Eastern Michigan has hit the 1Q Moneyline in 3 of their last 8 games (+3.70 Units / 42% ROI)
  • Eastern Michigan has hit the 1Q Game Total Over in 7 of their last 11 games (+3.20 Units / 23% ROI)
  • Eastern Michigan has hit the Game Total Over in 4 of their last 5 games at home (+2.90 Units / 53% ROI)
  • Eastern Michigan have covered the Spread in 7 of their last 12 games (+2.60 Units / 20% ROI)

Central Michigan Against the Spread (ATS) Record

C Michigan is 2-3 against the spread this college football season (-1.3 Units / -19.7% ROI).

  • Central Michigan is 2-3 when betting on the Moneyline for -1.7 Units / -22.82% ROI
  • Central Michigan is 4-2 when betting the Over for +1.8 Units / 27.27% ROI
  • Central Michigan is 2-4 when betting the Under for -2.4 Units / -36.36% ROI

Eastern Michigan Against the Spread (ATS) Record

E Michigan is 5-1 against the spread this college football season (+3.9 Units / 59.54% ROI).

  • Eastern Michigan is 4-2 when betting on the Moneyline for +2.4 Units / 4.82% ROI
  • Eastern Michigan is 3-3 when betting the Over for -0.3 Units / -4.55% ROI
  • Eastern Michigan is 3-3 when betting the Under for -0.3 Units / -4.55% ROI

Central Michigan: Keys to the Game vs. Eastern Michigan

Central Michigan is 6-9 (.400) when rushing more than 30 times since the 2023 season– T-13th-worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .565

Central Michigan is 6-9 (.400) when rushing more than 30 times since the 2023 season– T-16th-worst in FBS; Average: .627

Central Michigan is 4-1 (.800) when intercepting at least 1 pass since the 2023 season– T-9th-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .615

Central Michigan is 4-1 (.800) when intercepting at least 1 pass since the 2023 season– T-36th-best in FBS; Average: .680

Eastern Michigan: Keys to the Game vs. Central Michigan

Eastern Michigan is 9-7 (.562) when the opposing team rushes more than 30 times since the 2023 season– T-11th-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .397

Eastern Michigan is 9-2 (.818) when not throwing an interception since the 2023 season– T-10th-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .660

Eastern Michigan is 8-2 (.800) when allowing less than 3 sacks since the 2023 season– T-6th-best among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: .572

Eastern Michigan is 7-2 (.778) when averaging more than 5 yards on first down plays since the 2023 season– T-24th-best in FBS; Average: .613

Matchup Notes for Central Michigan vs. Eastern Michigan

Eastern Michigan’s offense has thrown for 20 or more yards on just 7.3% of 193 attempts this season — T-14th-worst among FBS offenses. Central Michigan’s defense allowed 20+ yards on 12.3% of attempts this season — T-25th-best among FBS defenses.

Central Michigan Offensive Stats & Trends

Central Michigan RBs have averaged 5.8 Yards per Carry (926 yards/159 carries) this season– T-28th-best among FBS Teams; Average: 5.1

Central Michigan RBs have averaged 154.3 rushing yards per game (926/6) this season– 32nd-best among FBS Teams; Average: 128.9

Central Michigan RBs were targeted 4 times on 3rd down last week– T-2nd-most among FBS Teams

Central Michigan WRs have averaged just 10.4 receptions per game (187/18) since the 2023 season– T-32nd-worst among FBS Teams; Average: 12.8

Central Michigan WRs have averaged just 5.2 yards per reception (21 yards/4 catches) on 3rd and short since the 2023 season– 8th-worst among FBS Teams; Average: 11.3

Eastern Michigan Offensive Stats & Trends

Eastern Michigan’s offense has thrown for 20 or more yards on just 7.3% of 193 attempts this season — T-14th-worst among FBS offenses. Central Michigan’s defense allowed 20+ yards on 12.3% of attempts this season — T-25th-best among FBS defenses.

Eastern Michigan Skill Players had no touchdowns on 27 receptions last week– T-worst Receptions Per TD among FBS Teams; Average: 12.6

Eastern Michigan WRs have averaged a touchdown every 29.0 receptions (87 Rec/3 TDs) this season– 8th-worst Receptions Per TD among FBS Teams; Average: 10.8

Eastern Michigan WRs have averaged a touchdown every 23.4 receptions (211 Rec/9 TDs) since the 2023 season– 4th-worst Receptions Per TD among FBS Teams; Average: 10.9

Eastern Michigan have been sacked on 18% of pass attempts (22/124) in the 4th quarter since the 2023 season– worst among FBS Offenses; Average: 7%

Central Michigan Chippewas Defensive Stats & Trends

Central Michigan has intercepted one of 155 attempts this season– 4th-worst in FBS; Average: 36.5

Central Michigan has intercepted 6 of 512 attempts (85.3 pass attempts per int.) since the 2023 season– 3rd-worst in FBS; Average: 36.6

Central Michigan has one interception and 10 TD passes allowed this season– T-4th-worst in FBS; Average: 1.7

Central Michigan has forced 7 fumbles on 636 carries (90.9 Carries Per Fumble) since the 2023 season– 5th-worst in FBS; Average: 41.6

Central Michigan has intercepted one of 155 attempts this season– 3rd-worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 40.5

Eastern Michigan Eagles Defensive Stats & Trends

Eastern Michigan allowed 22.2 yards per completion (222 yards/10 completions) last week– 4th-worst in FBS; Average: 12.1

Eastern Michigan allowed 22.2 yards per completion (222 yards/10 completions) last week– 4th-worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 12.5

Eastern Michigan allowed 4 TD passes last week– T-2nd-most among Non-Power Conference Teams

Eastern Michigan allowed 17.1 Yards per Attempt (222 yards/13 attempts) last week– worst in FBS; Average: 7.5

Eastern Michigan allowed first downs on 61% of pass attempts last week– worst among Non-Power Conference Teams; Average: 33%


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