In this article we will formulate a Central Michigan vs Toledo prediction for this College Football game on Saturday, November 29th at Kelly/Shorts Stadium in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this week 14 matchup.
Central Michigan Chippewas Betting Preview
The Central Michigan Chippewas are 7-4 (5-2) this season after they defeated Kent State by a score of 28-16 last week. Central Michigan led 14-3 at halftime and they scored 14 points in the fourth quarter to seal the victory. The Chippewas out gained Kent State by a total of 297-276, went 5-14 on third downs, and tied the turnover battle at one in the game. Joe Labas went 11-20 for 121 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception, while Nahree Biggins rushed 12 times for 61 yards. DeCorion Temple led the receivers with three catches for 34 yards and one score in the win.
Prior to that game, Central Michigan defeated Buffalo by a score of 38-19, but lost to Western Michigan by a score of 24-21 before that. The Chippewas have won four of their last five games and they are currently tied for second in the MAC standings. Central Michigan has scored 25.7 points per game with 159.3 passing yards and 177.5 rushing yards per game, while they have allowed 22.8 points against per game this season. Joe Labas has thrown for 1,434 yards, 12 touchdowns, and five interceptions, while Nahree Biggins has 497 rushing yards and two scores on 97 carries this season.
Toledo Rockets Betting Preview
The Toledo Rockets are 7-4 (5-2) this year after they defeated Ball State by a score of 38-9 in their last game. Toledo led 24-3 at halftime and held Ball State to just six points in the second half for the win. The Rockets out gained Ball State by a total of 404-335, went 3-10 on third downs, and won the turnover battle by a total of 3-2 in the game. Tucker Gleason went 15-24 for 218 yards, four touchdowns, and two interceptions, while Chip Trayanum rushed 15 times for 128 yards and one score. Junior Vandeross III led the receivers with seven catches for 127 yards and two touchdowns in the win.
Prior to that game, Toledo defeated Miami (OH) by a score of 24-3 and NIU by a score of 42-3. The Rockets have won three games in a row and they are currently tied for second in the MAC standings. Toledo has scored 32.5 points per game with 247.5 passing yards and 175.4 rushing yards per game, while they have allowed 13.0 points against per game this season. Tucker Gleason has thrown for 2,417 yards, 21 touchdowns, and nine interceptions, while Chip Trayanum has rushed for 856 yards and 10 scores on 150 carries this year.
Why the Toledo Rockets will win
- Toledo has won each of its last four games against conference opponents.
- Central Michigan has lost four of its last five home games against teams from Ohio.
- The favorite has covered the spread in each of Central Michigan’s last four games at Kramer/Deromedi Field at Kelly/Shorts Stadium.
- Toledo has won the first half in each of its last seven games against conference opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the last six games between Toledo and Central Michigan have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Eight of Toledo’s last nine games as a favorite against Central Michigan have gone UNDER the total points line.
Matchup/League Facts
- Central Michigan ranks T8th among FBS teams for 4th down conversion percentage this season (71.4).
- Central Michigan ranks 14th among FBS teams for 4th down conversion percentage against this season (38.1).
- Toledo has recorded the equal-most home wins by a margin of 35+ points of any FBS team this season (4).
- Toledo ranks 1st among FBS teams for Q3 opponent points per game this season (1.5).
Central Michigan vs Toledo Prediction
Both of these teams come into this matchup with a 5-2 record in conference play and they are fighting to make the MAC Title game. Toledo had some struggles to start the season, but they are playing very well right now and they have allowed 10 points or fewer in four of their last five games. Central Michigan is also playing well, but they don’t have much of a passing game. I think this Toledo defense is going to thrive just focusing on the run and I like them to get a big road win here.
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