- Matchup: Eastern Michigan Eagles vs Central Michigan Chippewas
- Scheduled Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
- Venue: Kelly/Shorts Stadium, Mount Pleasant, MI
- Broadcast: ESPN+
- Point Spread: Chippewas favored by 5.5 points
- Over/Under Total: 53.5
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This Saturday, September 27, 2025, the Eastern Michigan Eagles (1-3) will visit Kelly/Shorts Stadium to face off against the Central Michigan Chippewas (2-2). The Eagles are positioned as 5.5-point underdogs in this clash. The total score is set at 53.5.
The Eastern Michigan Eagles approach this game with a record of 1-3 this season. Their latest outing saw them secure a victory against the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns with a close score of 34-31. During that game, the Eagles executed 36 rushing attempts, amassing a total of 183 yards, averaging 5.1 yards per carry. Collectively, they finished with 67 plays and totaled 409 yards. Defensively, Eastern Michigan allowed 21 completions on 35 attempts for 237 yards, resulting in a 60.0% completion rate. On the ground, they conceded 214 yards over 32 carries, averaging an alarming 6.7 yards per attempt.
In terms of offensive production, the Eagles are averaging 26.8 points per game this season. They rank 89th nationally with an average of 144.8 rushing yards per game, having collected a total of 1,572 yards this season. When it comes to scoring, the Eagles have recorded 5 passing touchdowns and 7 rushing touchdowns. As a team, they have achieved 81 first downs and incurred 21 penalties for a total of 187 yards. They have also recorded 2 turnovers.
Defensively, the Eagles have allowed 939 passing yards, placing them 101st in Division 1. They are conceding 234.8 passing yards per game with a completion rate against them of 61.6%. Overall, Eastern Michigan’s defense ranks 135th in Division 1, permitting an average of 507.0 yards per game. They have allowed 6 passing touchdowns and 14 rushing touchdowns, with opponents averaging 6.7 yards per carry and 272.3 rushing yards per game. This season, the Eagles have conceded a total of 1,089 rushing yards across four games and rank 132nd in the nation, allowing an average of 39.8 points per game.
The Chippewas enter this game with a record of 2-2 on the season. In their most recent match, they triumphed over the Wagner Seahawks by a dominant score of 49-10. Central Michigan’s ground game averaged 4.9 yards per carry, totaling 233 yards on 48 attempts. They finished the game with 506 total yards, executing 66 plays for an impressive 7.7 yards per play. Defensively, the Chippewas allowed a 60.0% completion rate, yielding 41 yards on 12 of 20 passing. They conceded 35 carries for 72 yards, averaging just 2.1 yards per rush.
The Central Michigan Chippewas are averaging 301.3 yards per game, putting them at 122nd in the nation. They have accumulated 187 yards from penalties over 25 infractions, ranking 51st in terms of aiding their opponents. On the ground, Central Michigan averages 145.0 rushing yards per game, totaling 580 yards this season. They have thrown 1 interception, allowed 4 fumbles to be recovered by opponents, and have achieved 65 first downs. In terms of scoring, the Chippewas rank 106th nationally with an average of 21.3 points per game. Over the season, they have accrued 625 passing yards, averaging 156.3 per game, landing them at 122nd in the country.
Defensively, Central Michigan has surrendered a total of 652 rushing yards, averaging 163.0 yards per game, allowing 10 rushing touchdowns this season. In passing defense, they have relinquished 7 touchdowns and allowed 231.0 yards per game, ranking them 89th nationwide. The Chippewas have conceded a total of 132 points this season, recovering 2 fumbles and making 5 interceptions. Their defense has participated in 262 plays, ranking them 79th in Division 1. Therefore, Central Michigan is allowing an average of 33.0 points per game, placing them 122nd in Division 1.
Who do you think will prevail in this Eagles vs. Chippewas matchup against the spread?
Pick: Bet on the Chippewas -5.5
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