MAC play features the Central Michigan Chippewas (3-2) taking on the Buffalo Bulls (1-4) on Saturday, October 7, 2023 at UB Stadium. The Chippewas are favored by 3 points. An over/under of 53.5 points has been set for the contest.
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Central Michigan vs. Buffalo Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Michigan | -3 | -110 | -110 | 53.5 | -110 | -110 |
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Computer Pick
| ATS | Total | Score prediction |
|---|---|---|
| Buffalo (+3) | Over (53.5) | Buffalo 29 Central Michigan 28 |
Predictions are calculated by a data-driven algorithm (raw power score) that ranks head-to-head matchup results within a closed network of games. Prediction confidence is determined by the delta between each team’s raw power score.
Team Stat Comparison
| Central Michigan | Buffalo | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 25.8 (87) | 26.4 (82) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 33.4 (110) | 37.6 (126) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 4 (20) | 5 (29) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 2 (126) | 6 (76) |
Central Michigan vs. Buffalo Betting Insights
Central Michigan Stats and Trends
- Central Michigan has won two games against the spread this season.
- The Chippewas have not covered the spread when favored by 3 points or more this season (in two opportunities).
- A total of four out of five Central Michigan games this season have gone over the point total.
- Chippewas games this season have featured more combined points than this contest’s total of 53.5 points three times.
- The average point total in CMU’s games this season is 47.0, 6.5 points fewer than this matchup’s over/under.
Buffalo Stats and Trends
- Buffalo has compiled a 3-2-0 record against the spread this year.
- The Bulls have covered the spread when playing as at least 3-point underdogs in three of three games this year.
- Buffalo and its opponent have combined to go over the point total four out of five times this year.
- The Bulls have combined with their opponents to score more than 53.5 points in four of five games this season.
- The average total for Buffalo games this season has been 54.5, 1.0 more point than this matchup’s over/under.
Central Michigan Players to Watch
- Jase Bauer leads the team with 599 passing yards (119.8 yards per game) and has a 60% completion percentage this year (51-of-85) while throwing two touchdowns with one interception. He also has 108 rushing yards on 34 carries with six touchdowns, averaging 21.6 yards per game.
- Myles Bailey has rushed for a team-high 305 yards on 64 attempts (61.0 yards per game) and two touchdowns.
- So far this year Bert Emanuel Jr. has run for 165 yards on 42 carries (41.3 ypg), with two rushing touchdowns.
- Jesse Prewitt III has 16 catches, leading his team with 257 yards (64.3 ypg) while also scoring two touchdowns this season.
- Chris Parker has contributed with 217 yards on 11 catches and two touchdowns. He averages 54.3 receiving yards per game this year.
- Tyson Davis has racked up 150 yards on nine receptions with one touchdown, averaging 30.0 yards per game.
Buffalo Players to Watch
- This campaign, Cole Snyder has racked up 1,075 passing yards (215.0 yards per game) while connecting on 115 of 190 passes (60.5% completion percentage), with 11 touchdowns and four interceptions.
- Michael Washington has taken 49 carries for a team-leading 234 rushing yards (58.5 yards per game) while scoring two touchdowns.
- So far this year Ron Cook Jr. has rushed for 230 yards on 58 carries (46.0 ypg), with two rushing touchdowns. Cook Jr. also helps out in the passing game, catching 15 passes for 128 yards (25.6 ypg) while scoring one touchdown.
- Marlyn Johnson has hauled in 19 passes for a team-high 208 yards while scoring four touchdowns. He averages 41.6 yards per game.
- Nik McMillan has tacked on 10 receptions for 153 yards and one touchdown.
- Darrell Harding has caught nine passes for 149 yards and two touchdowns, averaging 29.8 yards per game this year.
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