MAC action features the Eastern Michigan Eagles (2-3) and the Ball State Cardinals (1-4) on Saturday, October 7, 2023 at Rynearson Stadium. The betting information foretells a close game, with the Eagles favored by 2.5 points. An over/under of 43.5 points has been set for the contest.
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Eastern Michigan vs. Ball State Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Michigan | -2.5 | -115 | -105 | 43.5 | -110 | -110 |
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Computer Pick
| ATS | Total | Score prediction |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Michigan (-2.5) | Over (43.5) | Eastern Michigan 27 Ball State 17 |
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
| Eastern Michigan | Ball State | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 16.2 (128) | 17.8 (122) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 22.4 (51) | 35.6 (119) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 6 (48) | 9 (100) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 7 (56) | 5 (99) |
Eastern Michigan vs. Ball State Betting Insights
Eastern Michigan Stats and Trends
- Eastern Michigan has covered twice in five games with a spread this season.
- The Eagles have been favored by 2.5 points or more this season twice, and failed to cover both times.
- So far this season, two Eastern Michigan games have gone over the point total.
- In two games this season, the Eagles and their opponents have combined to score more than 43.5 points.
- The average total in EMU’s outings this year is 49.7, 6.2 more than this matchup’s over/under.
Recent Head-to-Head Matchups
Ball State holds an edge against Eastern Michigan over the past three matchups between these two teams, recording a 2-1 record in those games. The Eagles have a 2-1 record against the spread in those games against the Cardinals, with the two squads eclipsing the point total on two occasions. Ball State put up 92 points in those three matchups compared to Eastern Michigan’s 82.
Ball State Stats and Trends
- Ball State has won just one game against the spread this season.
- The Cardinals have not covered the spread this season (0-2-1 ATS) when playing as at least 2.5-point underdogs.
- In Ball State’s five contests this season, the combined scoring has gone over the point total three times.
- The Cardinals have played four games this season that have gone over 43.5 combined points scored.
- Ball State’s average game total this season has been 51.2, 7.7 more points than this matchup’s over/under.
Eastern Michigan Players to Watch
- Austin Smith leads his team with 642 passing yards (128.4 per game) and has a 60.4% completion percentage (67-of-111), throwing three touchdown passes and three interceptions. He also has 120 rushing yards on 46 carries (with one touchdown), averaging 24.0 yards per game.
- Jaylon Jackson has churned out a team-best 258 rushing yards (51.6 per game) and one touchdown.
- Samson Evans has run for 242 yards on 47 carries (48.4 yards per game), with two touchdowns on the ground this year.
- Tanner Knue has grabbed 22 passes for a team-best 187 yards while scoring two touchdowns. He averages 46.8 yards per game.
- JB Mitchell III’s stat line this year shows 11 catches for 103 yards. He puts up 20.6 receiving yards per game.
- Blake Daniels is averaging 25.3 yards per game, racking up nine receptions for 101 yards.
Ball State Players to Watch
- Kadin Semonza leads the team with 480 passing yards (120.0 yards per game) and has a 61% completion percentage this year (50-of-82) while throwing three touchdowns with five interceptions.
- Marquez Cooper has taken 73 attempts for a team-leading 316 rushing yards (63.2 yards per game) while scoring one touchdown.
- Kiael Kelly has 87 yards on 23 carries (17.4 ypg).
- Qian Magwood has 24 catches and paces his team with 241 receiving yards (48.2 ypg) while scoring one touchdown.
- Tanner Koziol has also tacked on 20 catches for 169 yards and one touchdown this year. He averages 33.8 receiving yards per game.
- Ahmad Edwards has 153 receiving yards on 10 receptions, with one touchdown, averaging 38.3 yards per game.
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