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MAC foes will clash when the Western Michigan Broncos (2-3) battle the Eastern Michigan Eagles (3-2).
Western Michigan vs. Eastern Michigan Odds
Point Spread
The spread for this matchup is set at 6 points, with oddsmakers listing Western Michigan as the favorites.
Moneyline
As for the moneyline, Western Michigan has -229 odds to pick up the win, while Eastern Michigan is listed at +181 to claim victory.
Over/Under
Finally, the over/under for the game is set at 55.5 points.
Game Info
How to Watch Western Michigan vs. Eastern Michigan Live?
- Game Day: Saturday, October 8, 2022
- Game Time: 12:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: CBS Sports Network
- Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan
- Stadium: Waldo Stadium
Betting Preview
Western Michigan
Western Michigan ranks 13th-worst in total offense (301.6 yards per game), but has played slightly better on defense, ranking 74th with 379.2 yards allowed per contest. Western Michigan is putting up 22.6 points per game offensively this season (106th in the FBS), and is allowing 28.0 points per game (83rd) on the other side of the ball. Western Michigan has been a bottom-25 pass offense this year, ranking 20th-worst with 175.2 passing yards per game. The Ddfensive unit is ranked 69th in the FBS (226.6 passing yards allowed per game). Western Michigan ranks 100th in run offense (126.4 rushing yards per game) and 81st in run defense (152.6 rushing yards allowed per game) this year. Western Michigan has been a bottom-25 offense on third down this year, ranking 19th-worst with a 32.4% third-down percentage. Defensively, the Broncos rank 33rd in the FBS (31.1% third-down percentage allowed). Western Michigan ranks 100th in college football with an even turnover margin after forcing 9 turnovers (28th in the FBS) while committing nine (99th in the FBS).
Eastern Michigan
From an offensive perspective, Eastern Michigan is putting up 379.0 total yards per game (86th-ranked). It ranks 97th in the FBS on the other side of the ball (410.8 total yards surrendered per game). Eastern Michigan ranks 78th in points per game (28.8), but it has been worse on the defensive side of the ball, ranking 23rd-worst in the FBS with 33.4 points ceded per contest. From an offensive perspective, Eastern Michigan is posting 211.8 passing yards per game (92nd-ranked). It ranks 89th in the FBS defensively (246.0 passing yards allowed per game). From an offensive standpoint, Eastern Michigan is compiling 167.2 rushing yards per game (60th-ranked). It ranks 96th in the FBS on the other side of the ball (164.8 rushing yards given up per game). Eastern Michigan ranks 15th-worst in third-down conversion rate allowed (46.4%), but at least it has been getting things done on offense, ranking 12th-best in third-down rate (50.8%). After forcing four turnovers (114th in the FBS) and turning the ball over 12 times (115th in the FBS) this season, Eastern Michigan has the 100th-ranked turnover margin of -8.
Western Michigan vs. Eastern Michigan Betting Analysis
Western Michigan Betting Insights
Western Michigan has covered the spread twice in five games with a set spread. Western Michigan has a perfect 2-0 ATS record when playing as at least 6-point favorites. Western Michigan games have gone over the total twice this season. The Broncos have been listed as the moneyline favorite only two other times so far this season, and they won both of the games. The Broncos have played as a moneyline favorite of -229 or shorter in only two games this season, and they won both.
Eagles Betting Insights
Eastern Michigan has covered the spread one time this season (1-4-0). In games they have played as 6-point underdogs or more, the Eagles have an ATS record of 1-1. Eastern Michigan’s games have finished with a final combined score above the over/under three times this year. The Eagles have split the two games they’ve played as underdogs this season. The Eagles have entered two games this season as the underdog by +181 or more and are 0-0 in those contests.
Western Michigan vs. Eastern Michigan Against The Spread & Betting Records
Western Michigan
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 50.7 | 49.5 | 51.5 |
| Implied Total AVG | 31.6 | 31.5 | 31.7 |
| ATS Record | 2-3-0 | 1-1-0 | 1-2-0 |
| Over/Under Record | 2-3-0 | 1-1-0 | 1-2-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 2-0 | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 0-3 | 0-1 | 0-2 |
Eagles
| Overall | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Total AVG | 56.2 | 56.0 | 56.5 |
| Implied Total AVG | 35.4 | 34.7 | 36.5 |
| ATS Record | 1-4-0 | 0-3-0 | 1-1-0 |
| Over/Under Record | 3-2-0 | 2-1-0 | 1-1-0 |
| Moneyline Favorite Record | 2-1 | 2-1 | 0-0 |
| Moneyline Underdog Record | 1-1 | 0-0 | 1-1 |
Players to Watch
Western Michigan
- The Broncos’ defense has been helped by the play of Braden Fiske, who has suited up for five games and posted 17 tackles, 3.0 TFL, and 1.5 sacks.
- With 19 tackles, 1.0 TFL, and one sack in five games, Ryan Selig has been an important contributor to the Broncos’ defensive unit in 2022.
- The Broncos’ defensive unit has been helped by the play of Zaire Barnes, who has suited up for five games and totaled 21 tackles, 1.0 TFL, and 0.5 sacks.
- With 0.5 sacks to go along with 1.0 TFL and 20 tackles, Andre Carter has helped propel the Broncos’ defense over five games.
Eagles
- On defense, Jose Ramirez has helped lead the charge with 17 tackles, 2.0 TFL, and one sack in five games.
- In five games for the Eagles, T.J. Peavy has registered 15 tackles, 2.0 TFL, and one sack.
- Chase Kline has compiled 24 tackles in five games for the Eagles.
- Russell Vaden IV has collected 11 tackles in five games for the Eagles.
Western Michigan vs. Eastern Michigan Predictions and Pick
Western Michigan vs. Eastern Michigan betting card
- Pick ATS:
Broncos (-6)
Pick OU:
Under (55.5)
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Our pick to win this contest is Western Michigan, and we predict that Western Michigan will cover the spread (Western Michigan -6). Finally, we see the scoring in this one going under the posted total of 55.5 points.