A matchup of MAC teams features the Ohio Bobcats (3-2) taking on the Central Michigan Chippewas (3-2) on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at Kelly/Shorts Stadium. The Bobcats are listed as favorites in this one, with the spread sitting at 3 points. The over/under is set at 50.5 in the contest.
Ohio vs. Central Michigan Favorite, Moneyline, Total
Spread favorite: Bobcats (-3)
Moneyline: Bobcats (-148), Chippewas (+124)
Total: 50.5 points
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How to Watch Ohio vs. Central Michigan
When: Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 4 p.m. ET
Location: Kelly/Shorts Stadium in Mount Pleasant, Michigan
TV: ESPNU
Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo
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Ohio 2024 Stats & Rankings
Stat |
Average (Total) |
Rank |
Pass yards |
177.2 (886) |
110 |
Rush yards |
190.4 (952) |
40 |
Points scored |
21.2 (106) |
115 |
Pass yards against |
238.8 (1194) |
95 |
Rush yards against |
129.0 (498) |
54 |
Points allowed |
23.0 (115) |
61 |
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Ohio 2024 Betting Info
The Bobcats have put together a 3-2-0 ATS record so far this year.
Ohio is 1-1 against the spread when favored by 3 points or more this season.
This season, games featuring the Bobcats have hit the over twice.
The average point total for Bobcats games this season is 3.5 fewer points than the over/under of 50.5 in this matchup.
The Bobcats have covered the spread once in their past three contests while putting up a 2-1 record straight-up in those games.
Ohio Home/Away Splits (2024)
|
Overall |
Home |
Away |
Point Total AVG |
47.0 |
49.5 |
43.3 |
Implied Total AVG |
31.2 |
31.0 |
31.5 |
ATS Record |
3-2-0 |
2-1-0 |
1-1-0 |
Over/Under Record |
2-3-0 |
0-3-0 |
2-0-0 |
Moneyline Favorite Record |
2-0 |
2-0 |
0-0 |
Moneyline Underdog Record |
1-2 |
1-0 |
0-2 |
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Ohio’s Offense vs. Central Michigan’s Defense (2024)
The Bobcats average 177.2 passing yards per game (110th in the FBS). They face the Chippewas’ defense which ranks 46th, giving up 197.6 yards per game through the air.
The Bobcats’ rushing game ranks 40th in the FBS (190.4 yards per game). The Chippewas give up 156.0 rushing yards per game (80th).
Ohio has a 37.9% third-down conversion rate, 88th in the FBS. Central Michigan allows third-down conversions on 35.8% of its opponents’ attempts (58th).
Central Michigan 2024 Stats & Rankings
Stat |
Average (Total) |
Rank |
Pass yards |
245.0 (1225) |
55 |
Rush yards |
184.6 (923) |
42 |
Points scored |
30.0 (150) |
77 |
Pass yards against |
197.6 (988) |
46 |
Rush yards against |
156.0 (780) |
80 |
Points allowed |
29.4 (147) |
97 |
Central Michigan 2024 Betting Info
The Chippewas have one win against the spread this year.
In games it has played as at least 3-point favorites this season, Ohio is 1-1 against the spread.
Two of the Chippewas’ four games in 2024 have hit the over.
The Bobcats’ average point total in matchups this season is 47.0, 3.5 points below the total in this game.
The Bobcats are 1-2 against the spread and 2-1 overall over their last three games.
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Central Michigan Home/Away Splits (2024)
|
Overall |
Home |
Away |
Point Total AVG |
48.6 |
47.9 |
49.1 |
Implied Total AVG |
29.9 |
28.2 |
31.1 |
ATS Record |
3-9-0 |
1-4-0 |
2-5-0 |
Over/Under Record |
7-5-0 |
3-2-0 |
4-3-0 |
Moneyline Favorite Record |
3-2 |
3-0 |
0-2 |
Moneyline Underdog Record |
2-5 |
1-1 |
1-4 |
Central Michigan’s Offense vs. Ohio’s Defense (2024)
The Chippewas’ red-zone percentage is 95.0% (15th in the FBS), while the Bobcats allow a score on 89.5% of their opponents’ red-zone trips (93rd in college football).
Central Michigan converts 37.1% of its third-down plays (92nd in college football). Ohio’s defense gives up third-down conversions at a 34.3% clip (40th).
The 245.0 passing yards per game the Chippewas average ranks them 55th in the FBS, while the 238.8 the Bobcats allow ranks them 95th in college football.
Central Michigan’s offense averages 7.3 yards per pass attempt (74th in the FBS). Ohio’s defense allows 6.9 yards per passing play (59th in college football).
Ohio vs. Central Michigan Prediction and Pick
Our prediction for Ohio vs. Central Michigan is the Bobcats (-148 on the moneyline) as the pick to win. As for the total, we recommend betting on the over at 50.5 points.