Eastern Michigan and Central Michigan will face off in a rivalry game on Wednesday night, with both teams seeking bowl eligibility. The Eagles are 4-5 on a two-game losing streak, while the Chippewas are 3-5 having lost three straight.
Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Eastern Michigan is a 1.5-point favorite, and the over/under is 44.5 points, down three from the opening line.
Betting odds from DraftKings: Eastern Michigan money line -125, Central Michigan +105; spread Eastern Michigan -1.5; over/under 44.5 (Over -112, Under -108).
Eastern Michigan has lost three straight early and now two in a row after a three-game winning streak. They were blown out by Toledo and lost 24-20 to Ohio last week. Senior quarterback Brogan McCaughey threw for 197 yards and a touchdown in that game.
Central Michigan's three straight losses started with a 31-14 loss at Ohio, then a one-touchdown loss to Western Michigan and a one-point loss to Miami (OH). Junior quarterback Jadyn Glasser had 221 passing yards and a touchdown against the RedHawks.
The series dates back to 1902, with Central Michigan leading 65-32-6. The Chippewas won 24-13 last season.
Betting preview: Eastern Michigan has scored at least 20 points in four of its last five games, reaching 25 in three. They have allowed at least 23 points in three straight, averaging 25.7 points allowed per game. Central Michigan has held only one of its last five opponents under 20 points, allowing 25.9 per game. SportsLine's model projects 50 total points, with the over hitting in 65% of simulations.
