Ohio Bobcats vs. Central Michigan Chippewas Prediction, Oct 12, 2024 College football tips, best bets and odds

Game: Ohio Bobcats vs. Central Michigan Chippewas

Date: Saturday, October 12, 2024

Location: Kelly/Shorts Stadium in Mount Pleasant, MI

TV: ESPNU

Odds/point distribution: Chippewas (+3.5)

Total/Over-Under: 48

The Ohio Bobcats (3-2) travel to Kelly/Shorts Stadium to play the Central Michigan Chippewas (3-2) on Saturday, October 12, 2024. Central Michigan opens this game as a 3.5 point underdog. The over/under is set at 48.

The Ohio Bobcats enter this matchup with a record of 3-2 this season. In their last game, the Bobcats faced the Akron Zips and won 30-10. In the running game, the Bobcats gave up -18 yards on 20 attempts, which equates to -0.9 yards per run allowed. Ohio had 25 completed passes on 38 attempts for a total of 196 yards and a 65.8% completion rate. In total, they totaled 69 plays for 440 yards. The Ohio Bobcats finished 51 times and had 236 yards, an average of 4.6 yards per attempt.

In terms of points scored, the Ohio Bobcats average 21.2 points per game. As a unit, they average 190.2 yards in the running game, ranking 39th in Division 1. The Bobcats have gained 1,837 total yards this campaign. In terms of touchdowns scored, Ohio totaled 4 touchdowns through the air and 9 rushing touchdowns. Ohio recorded 103 1st downs and committed 31 penalties for 283 yards. They turned the football over ten times.

When it comes to passing yards, the Bobcats have allowed 1,196 yards, which ranks them 84th in D-1. They give up 239.2 yards per pass through the air and give up a 63.4% completion rate. They averaged 339.8 yards per game that season, ranking 56th in college football. They scored 6 touchdowns via the pass and 6 touchdowns via the ground game. They are allowing 3.3 yards per carry and 100.6 rushing yards per game on the year. In total, they have allowed 503 rushing yards in five games. The Bobcats rank 63rd in D-1 in opponent scoring, giving up 23.0 points per game.

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The Chippewas enter this matchup with a record of 3-2 this year. The last time they took the field, the Chippewas went home victorious with a score of 22-21 when they took on the San Diego State Aztecs. Central Michigan gave up 45 attempts on the ground for 118 yards (2.6 yards per rush). The Chippewas’ pass defense yielded a 60.9% completion rate and allowed 246 yards on 14 of 23 passes through the air. The Chippe rushed for 452 yards in 88 games (5.1 yards per game). Central Michigan rushed for 3.7 yards per attempt and finished with 154 yards on 42 carries.

When it comes to scoring, the Chippewas rank 65th in the country, averaging 30.0 points per game. The Central Michigan Chippewas are averaging 429.6 yards per contest, ranking 49th nationally. Central Michigan’s offense has incurred 255 penalties on 32 infractions, which ranks them first in Division 1 in assisting opponents in 71st place. They gave up 7 picks while allowing opponents to recover 3 fumbles, and they tallied 108 1st downs. Year to date, the Chippewas have accumulated 1,225 passing yards and maintained an average of 245.0 passing yards per game, which ranks them 54th in D-1. They are averaging 184.6 yards rushing per game and have rushed for 923 yards this season.

The Chippewas are allowing 29.4 PPG, ranking 97th in college football. Central Michigan has given up a total of 780 rushing yards (156.0 yards per contest) and 8 touchdowns on the ground so far this year. This season they have given up a total of 147 points. They have given up 9 touchdowns through the air and 197.6 yards per outing, which ranks them 46th in Division 1. The Chippewas defense has been on the field for 321 games, which ranks them 42nd nationally. Their defense has had 0 fumbles and 1 pick so far this season.

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

Man’s Choice: Take the Bobcats -3.5

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