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Central Michigan Chippewas Looking to Cement Their Lead as They Head into Critical Match-Up Against Struggling Akron Zips

Game time: October 14, 2023 at 3:30 PM ET

Venue: Kelly/Shorts Stadium — Mount Pleasant, MI

Article updated Oct 8, 6:36 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Akron Zips (1-5) and Central Michigan Chippewas (3-3) faceoff in a critical matchup where both teams are looking to improve their standings in the MAC West. The Zips have

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The Akron Zips (1-5) and Central Michigan Chippewas (3-3) faceoff in a critical matchup where both teams are looking to improve their standings in the MAC West. The Zips have struggled with consistency on both sides of the ball and the Chippewas are hoping that their talented pieces will put together a consistency stretch of wins.

Game Info

When: Saturday, 10/14/2023 @ 3:30pm EST

Where: Kelly/Shorts Stadium Stadium Zips vs Chippewas Betting Odds Moneyline: Zips +335 | Chippewas -440

Spread: Zips +11 (-110) | Chippewas -11 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 43.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Central Michigan will win straight-up is 81%.

Akron Zips

The Akron Zips have had a difficult season thus far, beginning with a solid 1-1 start. Since then, the Zips have gone on a four game losing streak. Over this period, they have amassed a -78 point differential with 11 points scored per game on offense and 8 interceptions to 10 touchdowns. Their defense has provided some promise, however, as they have allowed under 30 points in four of their six games. Currently, the power ranking for Akron is 98, and they are 1-5 (2-4 ATS). Their offense is ranked 126th, scoring an average of 17.00 per game, and their defense is ranked 64th, allowing an average of 24.40 points to be scored against them per game.

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Central Michigan Chippewas Analysis

The Central Michigan Chippewas have struggled for momentum in the 2023 season thus far with a record of 2-3, and their three losses coming by a margin of 24. Despite the flurry of losses, the Chippewas have held a strong record at home, boasting a 2-3 record. Their offense has become quite one dimensional, with 11 rushing Touchdowns and a 7/7 TD/INT ration, making a major push to the top of the MAC West standings a difficult task. Central Michigan's power ranking currently sits at 103 with an average of 25.80 points per game on offense and 33.40 points per game on defense. Akron has a 2-1 record in their last 3 matchups against Central Michigan.

Chippewas Looking to Claim Third Consecutive Win over Struggling Zips

The Chippewas hold the edge in both momentum and talent, and have emerged victorious in their past two meetings. Conversely, the Zips have been plagued by struggles on both offense and defense, scoring 11 PPG and allowing 33 PPG in their four game skid. If the Chippewas can get their aerial attack going, this game should end conclusively in their favor.

Written by Jtgarcia Published on 10/12/2023 Category: NCAAF Picks

About the Author: Sports nut and professional bettor. I win more than I lose, follow me for winners this season in NCAAB and NBA hardwood.

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Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Akron Zips+400 → +338Moved
  • Moneyline · Central Michigan Chippewas-560 → -425Moved
  • Spread · Akron Zips+12 (-110) → +10.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Central Michigan Chippewas-12 (-110) → -10.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over48 (-110) → 44 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under48 (-110) → 44 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Akron Zips
0-5 matchup record · 5-4-1 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Central Michigan Chippewas
2-3 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 7-3-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2023-10-08T22:36:12.547Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2022-10-15Central Michigan Chippewas 28 · Akron Zips 21
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Central Michigan Chippewas defeated Akron Zips 17-10

Central Michigan Chippewas defeated Akron Zips 17-10 on October 14, 2023, a 7-point decision in the series. Central Michigan Chippewas' strongest period was the 3rd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 14-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Akron Zips +10.5 (-110) spread, Akron Zips covered, while the 27 combined points finished under the recorded total of 44.

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Tipster picks

  • 1735203231Spread · Akron Zips +12 (-110)Win
  • AveragejoeSpread · Central Michigan Chippewas -12 (-110)Loss
  • ThinkmakegrowSpread · Akron Zips +12 (-110)Win
  • DengWinsSpread · Central Michigan Chippewas -12 (-110)Loss
  • IroncladlocksSpread · Akron Zips +12 (-110)Win
  • Roderick806Spread · Akron Zips +12 (-110)Win
  • Leadpipe_LocksSpread · Central Michigan Chippewas -12 (-110)Loss
  • BrycetSpread · Akron Zips +12 (-110)Win
  • HopkinspicksSpread · Akron Zips +12 (-110)Win
  • BjenkinsSpread · Central Michigan Chippewas -12 (-110)Loss
  • DemarcusBryantSpread · Central Michigan Chippewas -12 (-110)Loss
  • EmcSpread · Central Michigan Chippewas -12 (-110)Loss
  • CoversSpread · Central Michigan Chippewas -10 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioSpread · Akron Zips +10 (-110)Win
  • CoolioTotal · Under 43 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkSpread · Akron Zips +10 (-110)Win
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 43 (-110)
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