- Matchup: Miami RedHawks vs Central Michigan Chippewas
- Event Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Venue: Kelly/Shorts Stadium, Mount Pleasant, MI
- Broadcast: ESPN+
- Betting Line: Chippewas (+2.5)
- Over/Under: 41.5
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This Saturday, October 24, 2026, the Miami RedHawks (4-3) will visit Kelly/Shorts Stadium to face off against the Central Michigan Chippewas (3-4). The oddsmakers have made Central Michigan 2.5-point underdogs. The total points for this matchup is set at 41.5.
The Miami RedHawks come into this game with a record of 4-3. In their previous match, they secured a victory against the Akron Zips with a scoreline of 34-14. On defense, Miami allowed 81 rushing yards across 32 attempts, yielding just 2.5 yards per carry. In the passing game, they permitted 22 completions on 38 attempts for 234 yards, resulting in a completion rate of 57.9%. Overall, the RedHawks ran 51 plays, amassing a total of 389 yards. The team’s ground game showed strength with 35 carries resulting in 324 yards, averaging an impressive 9.3 yards per rush.
This season, the RedHawks have accumulated 2,505 total yards. In scoring, they have achieved 9 touchdown passes and 10 rushing touchdowns, alongside 5 turnovers. Miami has gained 130 first downs but has faced 46 penalties, costing them 407 yards. They average 141.4 rushing yards per game, ranking 94th in Division 1. Their scoring average stands at 26.9 points per game.
Defensively, Miami is ranked 87th in Division 1, conceding 25.6 points per game. They allow an average of 3.5 yards per rush and 99.3 rushing yards per game, totaling 695 yards allowed on the ground over 7 games. In the passing department, the RedHawks have surrendered 1,938 yards, ranking them 136th nationally with 276.9 yards allowed per contest and a completion percentage against of 64.2%. They’ve given up 376.1 yards per game, placing them 94th overall, along with 15 passing touchdowns and 9 rushing touchdowns allowed this season.
The Chippewas enter this matchup with a record of 3-4. In their last game, they lost 21-14 to the Western Michigan Broncos. Central Michigan’s defense allowed 45 rushing attempts resulting in 224 yards (5.0 yards per carry). The passing defense permitted a completion rate of 62.5%, yielding just 48 yards on 5 completions out of 8 attempts. Central Michigan registered a total of 337 yards over 72 plays, averaging 4.7 yards per play. Their rushing attack netted 158 yards on 40 carries, averaging 4.0 yards per rush.
In terms of scoring efficiency, Central Michigan ranks 132nd in D-1 with an average of 16.6 points per game. Their offensive unit averages 292.4 yards per game, placing them 134th nationwide. The Chippewas have committed 42 penalties, resulting in 396 yards lost, ranking them 69th in Division 1 for penalties. They have thrown 5 interceptions and lost 6 fumbles, tallying 109 first downs to date. This season, they have thrown for 757 yards, averaging 108.1 passing yards per game—135th overall. Meanwhile, their rushing offense averages 184.3 yards, with a season total of 1,290 yards.
Defensively, Central Michigan has allowed 1,290 rushing yards (184.3 yards per game) and 13 touchdowns on the ground. Through the air, they have relinquished 9 touchdowns and 174.3 yards per game, placing 26th nationally. Overall, they have conceded 179 points this season, with the defense totaling 5 fumble recoveries and 6 interceptions. The Chippewas’ defense has faced 446 plays, ranking them 98th in Division 1. They allow 25.6 points per game, which positions them 86th in the country.
Who will emerge victorious in this clash between the RedHawks and Chippewas?
Prediction: Go with the RedHawks -2.5
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