- Game: Central Michigan Chippewas vs Buffalo Bulls
- Date: Saturday, October 7, 2023
- Location: UB Stadium in Buffalo, NY
- TV: ESPN+
- Odds/Point Spread: Bulls (+2)
- Total/Over-Under: 58.5
Get ready for an exciting matchup between the Central Michigan Chippewas and the Buffalo Bulls as they face off at UB Stadium in Buffalo, NY on Saturday, October 7, 2023. According to the odds, the Bulls are the underdogs with a +2 point spread. The over-under for the game is set at 58.5.
Central Michigan @ Buffalo
Moneyline
Central Michigan -140
Buffalo +120
Central Michigan @ Buffalo
Point Spread
Central Michigan -3.0 (-105)
Buffalo 3.0 (-115)
Central Michigan @ Buffalo
Total
Over 57.0 (-110)
Under 57.0 (-110)
The Central Michigan Chippewas come into this game with a 3-2 record for the season. In their last game against the Eastern Michigan Eagles, they secured a 26-23 victory. Myles Bailey led the Chippewas in rushing with 14 carries for 92 yards (6.6 yards per attempt). Jase Bauer completed 19 out of 26 passes for 218 yards and 1 touchdown, with a quarterback rating of 148.5. Defensively, they allowed 155 rushing yards on 38 attempts and 186 passing yards on 20 completions out of 26 attempts. Offensively, the Chippewas gained a total of 411 yards from 53 plays, with 193 rushing yards on 27 carries (7.1 yards per carry).
The Chippewas have accumulated a total of 1,693 yards for the season, including 5 passing touchdowns and 11 rushing touchdowns. They have committed 4 turnovers and received 95 first downs. On the defensive side, they have allowed 1,554 passing yards, with a completion percentage of 62.7%. They have conceded 453.6 yards per game and have given up 12 passing touchdowns and 10 rushing touchdowns to their opponents. They have also allowed an average of 4.7 yards per rushing attempt and 142.8 rushing yards per game. On average, they have allowed 33.4 points per game.
The Buffalo Bulls have a 1-4 record this season. In their previous game against the Akron Zips, they came away with a 13-10 victory. Ron Cook Jr. rushed for 62 yards on 17 carries (3.6 yards per attempt), while Cole Snyder completed 19 out of 34 passes for 142 yards and 1 touchdown, with a quarterback rating of 100.7. Defensively, they allowed 117 rushing yards on 27 attempts and 136 passing yards on 19 completions out of 28 attempts. Offensively, the Bulls gained a total of 254 yards from 70 plays, with 112 rushing yards on 36 carries (3.1 yards per carry).
Offensively, the Bulls are averaging 26.4 points per game and 333.6 yards per game. They have committed 4 interceptions and 1 fumble, while earning 94 first downs. Their passing game has generated a total of 1,072 yards and an average of 214.4 passing yards per game. They have also rushed for 596 yards and average 119.2 rushing yards per game.
Defensively, the Bulls have allowed 1,075 rushing yards (215.0 yards per game) and 10 rushing touchdowns. They have also given up 13 passing touchdowns and an average of 245.4 passing yards per game. They have forced 2 fumbles and 4 interceptions. On average, they are allowing 37.6 points per game.
The Pick: Take the Chippewas at -2.
