Game: Central Michigan Chippewas vs. Eastern Michigan Eagles

Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024

Location: Rynearson Stadium in Ypsilanti, MI

TV: ESPN+

Odds/point distribution: Eagles (-2.0)

Total/Over-Under: 54.5

The Eastern Michigan Eagles (4-2) will face the Central Michigan Chippewas (3-3) at Rynearson Stadium on Saturday, October 19, 2024. Eastern Michigan is the favorite by 2.0 points. The over/under is 54.5.

The Central Michigan Chippewas come into this game with a record of 3-3 this year. The last time they took the field, the Chippes faced the Ohio Bobcats and lost that game 27-25. Against the run, the Chippewas gained 277 yards on 37 attempts, which equates to 7.5 yards per rush given up. Central Michigan collected 13 pass completions on 22 attempts for a total of 147 yards and a 59.1% completion rate. For the game, they completed 61 plays, giving them a total of 292 yards. The Central Michigan Chippewas ended up running 39 times and rushing for 161 yards, giving them an average of 4.1 yards per carry.

The Chippewas have accumulated 2,440 total yards this season. In terms of notching touchdowns, Central Michigan has compiled 8 touchdowns through the air and 10 rushing touchdowns. They gave the ball to the opponent eleven times. Central Michigan recorded 124 first downs on offense and received 47 penalties for 388 yards. As a team, they average 180.7 yards in the ground game, ranking 49th nationally. When it comes to scoring, the Central Michigan Chippewas average 29.2 points per game.

In terms of passing yards, the Chippewas gained 1,135 yards, which ranks them 35th in D-1. They gave up 189.2 passing yards per pass and had a completion rate of 63.2%. Overall, they have averaged 365.3 yards/game, ranking 72nd in D-1. They have allowed 10 touchdowns via the pass and 10 touchdowns on the ground. They are allowing teams to average 4.7 yards per attempt on the ground and 176.2 rushing yards per game so far this season. On the season, they have allowed 1,057 yards in six games. The Chippewas rank 98th in D-1 in team defense, allowing 29.0 points per game.

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The Eagles enter this matchup with a record of 4-2 this season. In their last game, the Eagles lost to the Miami RedHawks 38-14. The Eagles finished the contest with 332 yards rushing on 83 plays (4.0 yards per play). Eastern Michigan threw the ball 3.0 yards per tote and gained 121 yards on 41 attempts. Eastern Michigan gave up 31 attempts on the ground for 199 yards (6.4 yards per carry). The Eagles secondary posted a 76.9% completion rate and gave up 222 yards on 10 of 13 through the air.

When looking at this team’s ability to score points, the Eagles rank 63rd in college football with an average of 29.3 points per game. The Eastern Michigan Eagles are averaging 361.8 yards per game, ranking 93rd in Division 1. The Eastern Michigan offense has totaled 436 yards in penalties on 43 infractions, ranking them 40th in Division 1. When it comes to supporting the opponent, lie in place. They threw 1 interception, lost 2 fumbles and had 138 first downs. So far this season, the Eagles have gained 1,292 passing yards and maintained an average of 215.3 yards per throw, ranking 84th in Division 1. They have averaged 146.5 yards rushing per game and have run for 879 yards on the season.

Eastern Michigan has totaled 768 yards on the ground (128.0 yards per game) and 6 touchdowns rushing so far this year. They have given up 13 touchdowns through the air and 247.0 yards per game, ranking 104th in D-1. They have 7 fumbles and 2 interceptions this season. The Eagles defense has been on the field for 363 games, which is 25th in D-1. The Eagles allow 24.8 points per game, which puts them in 78th place in Division 1. They have given up a total of 149 points over the course of the season.

Who will win the Chippewas/Eagles college football game against the spread tonight?

Tony’s pick: Take the Eagles -2.0

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