- Matchup: Central Michigan Chippewas vs Akron Zips
- Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
- Venue: InfoCision Stadium, Akron, OH
- Broadcast: ESPN+
- Odds/Point Spread: Zips (+6.5)
- Total/Over-Under: 45.5
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On Saturday, October 4, 2025, InfoCision Stadium will host a showdown between the Akron Zips (1-4) and the Central Michigan Chippewas (3-2). The Zips are entering as 6.5-point underdogs, with a total set at 45.5.
The Central Michigan Chippewas arrive with a season record of 3-2. In their most recent game, they triumphed over the Eastern Michigan Eagles, winning 24-13. During that matchup, Central Michigan executed 70 plays, amassing 445 total yards. They showcased a strong ground game with 51 carries for 305 yards, averaging an impressive 6.0 yards per attempt. Defensively, they allowed 123 yards on 29 carries, yielding 4.2 yards per rush. Through the air, the Chippewas permitted 17 completions on 28 attempts for 175 yards, translating to a 60.7% completion rate.
This season, the Chippewas have compiled 1,650 total yards. Offensively, they have secured 7 touchdowns through the air and 5 on the ground, while turning the ball over 5 times. Central Michigan has achieved 87 first downs and has incurred 29 penalties, resulting in 232 yards lost. Their ground game averages 177.0 yards per game, which ranks 55th in Division I football. In terms of scoring, they average 21.8 points per game.
Defensively, the Chippewas rank 109th nationally, allowing an average of 29.0 points per game. They give up about 4.6 yards per carry, totaling 155.0 rushing yards allowed per contest, which equates to 775 rushing yards over 5 games. In the pass defense category, they’ve allowed 1,099 passing yards, placing them 99th in the nation. They concede an average of 219.8 passing yards per game and have given up 7 touchdowns through the air and 11 on the ground.
The Akron Zips, with a record of 1-4, are coming off a tough loss against the Toledo Rockets, where they fell 45-3. In that game, the Zips saw 37 rushing attempts allow for 252 rushing yards (6.8 yards per attempt). Their pass defense struggled as well, permitting an 83.3% completion rate, yielding 293 yards on 20 completions from 24 attempts. Offensively, Akron tallied 145 yards on 60 plays, averaging just 2.4 yards per play, while their rushing attack averaged 1.9 yards per carry with a total of 66 yards on 35 attempts.
The Zips average 300.6 yards per game, ranking them 127th in the nation. Their offense has faced 20 penalties costing them 154 yards, which positions them 109th for yards lost due to infractions. They average 138.4 rushing yards per game, totalling 692 rushing yards this season. With 2 interceptions and 2 fumbles lost, they have recorded 84 first downs. In scoring, the Zips rank 127th in Division 1, averaging just 16.4 points per game. They also have accumulated 811 passing yards, averaging 162.2 passing yards per contest—good for 118th in the nation.
On the defensive side, Akron has surrendered 910 rushing yards this season (182.0 yards per game) along with 10 rushing touchdowns. Additionally, they have allowed 288.0 passing yards per game and 10 touchdown passes, making them 130th in the country. Overall, they’ve given up 161 points throughout the season. Akron has recovered 3 fumbles and intercepted 3 passes thus far, and their defense has participated in 350 plays—ranking them 122nd in college football. They are permitting an average of 32.2 points per game, placing them 124th in the nation.
Who will emerge victorious in the Chippewas vs. Zips clash this weekend?
Prediction: Bet on the Chippewas -6.5
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