The Central Michigan Chippewas (3-3) will face off against their MAC-rival, the Akron Zips (1-5) in a matchup on Saturday, October 14, 2023 at Kelly/Shorts Stadium. The Chippewas are considerable favorites in this one, with the spread posted at 10 points. The over/under is 43.5 in the outing.
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Central Michigan vs. Akron Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Michigan | -10 | -110 | -110 | 43.5 | -110 | -110 |
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Computer Pick
| ATS | Total | Score prediction |
|---|---|---|
| Central Michigan (-10) | Over (43.5) | Central Michigan 31 Akron 18 |
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 | Akron | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 23.7 (93) | 16.5 (126) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 34.0 (119) | 29.5 (96) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 7 (55) | 11 (118) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 2 (128) | 8 (49) |
Central Michigan vs. Akron Betting Insights
Central Michigan Stats and Trends
- Central Michigan has won two games against the spread this season.
- In Central Michigan’s six games this season, the combined scoring has gone over the point total four times.
- In five of six games this season, the Chippewas and their opponents have scored more than 43.5 points.
- CMU’s matchups this year have an average point total of 47.8, 4.3 more points than this game’s over/under.
Akron Stats and Trends
- Akron has won two games against the spread this season.
- The Zips have been an underdog by 10 points or more two times this year, and covered the spread in one of those games.
- Akron games have gone over the point total twice this season.
- The Zips have combined with their opponent to score more than 43.5 points in four of six games this season.
- The average total for Akron games this season has been 48.5, 5.0 more points than this matchup’s over/under.
Central Michigan Players to Watch
- Jase Bauer has thrown for 879 yards while completing 59% of his passes (79-of-134), with four touchdowns and four interceptions this year (146.5 yards per game). He’s also carried the ball 40 times for 139 yards and six touchdowns, averaging 23.2 yards per game.
- Myles Bailey has rushed for a team-high 332 yards on 75 attempts (55.3 yards per game) and two touchdowns.
- Marion Lukes has rushed for 178 yards on 40 carries (29.7 yards per game), with one touchdown on the ground this year. He also has 17 catches for 174 yards (29.0 per game).
- This season Jesse Prewitt III has 21 catches and leads the team with 306 yards (61.2 per game) while scoring three touchdowns.
- Chris Parker has also chipped in with 14 receptions for 255 yards and two touchdowns.
- Tyson Davis has caught 14 passes for 186 yards and two touchdowns, averaging 31.0 yards per game this year.
Akron Players to Watch
- DJ Irons has thrown for 722 yards while completing 66.2% of his passes (88-of-133), with three touchdowns and three interceptions this year (144.4 yards per game). He’s also carried the ball 60 times for 225 yards and two touchdowns, averaging 45.0 yards per game.
- Lorenzo Lingard has churned out a team-high 287 rushing yards (47.8 yards per game) and scored one touchdown. He has tacked on 14 catches for 191 yards (31.8 receiving yards per game) with one receiving touchdown.
- Jasaiah Gathings has hauled in 23 receptions for 212 yards, best on his team. He averages 35.3 receiving yards per game.
- This season Daniel George is averaging 31.3 yards per game, with 21 catches for 188 yards.
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