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Game time: October 21, 2023 at 12:00 PM ET

Venue: Peden Stadium — Athens, OH

Article updated Oct 15, 6:35 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

5 for the road game against Western Michigan on Saturday afternoon. The Bobcats have the all-time series advantage of 34-30-1, but the Broncos won the last meeting of the

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5 for the road game against Western Michigan on Saturday afternoon. The Bobcats have the all-time series advantage of 34-30-1, but the Broncos won the last meeting of the teams on October 15, 2022.

Game Info

When: Saturday, 10/21/2023 @ 12:00pm EST

Where: Frank Solich Field at Peden Stadium Stadium Broncos vs Bobcats Betting Odds Moneyline: Broncos +550 | Bobcats -795

Spread: Broncos +17 (-110) | Bobcats -17 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 53 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Ohio will win straight-up is 89%.

Western Michigan Broncos

Western Michigan suffered their second consecutive loss last week, falling to Miami (OH) at home and dropping to 2-5 on the season. The Broncos have had a difficult year overall, being fifth in the West Division and ranked 90th in offense averaging 25.5 points per game, 128th in defense allowing 36.67 points per game, and 103rd overall in power ranking. Despite their lack of overall success, WMU was able to outgain Miami in total offense in the game, posting a 303-315 margin. The Broncos also forced two turnovers, while not giving up any. Treyson Bourguet leads the team in passing, with 57 of 103 for 713 yards with four touchdowns and one interception. Jalen Buckley leads the team on the ground with 108 carries for 618 yards and five scores. Primary receiving options include Kenneth Womack with 35 grabs for 348 yards, Anthony Sambucci with 12 catches for 209 yards, Blake Bosma with 10 grabs for 193 yards, Austin Hence with 20 reception for 194 yards, and Leroy Thomas with 16 catches for 137 yards. Western Michigan lost to Miami (Ohio) at home, 2-5 overall and fifth in the West Division WMU recorded 303 total offensive yards compared to Miami's 315 Treyson Bourguet is 57 of 103 passing for 713 yards, four touchdowns and one interception Jalen Buckley leads the team on the ground with 108 carries for 618 yards and five scores Kenneth Womack has 35 grabs for 348 yards and primary receivers include Anthony Sambucci, Blake Bosma, Austin Hence, and Leroy Thomas

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Ohio Bobcats Analysis

The Ohio Bobcats had their winning streak of five games snapped in their last contest, as they were defeated on the road by Northern Illinois. The Bobcats fell to a record of 4-1 overall, and a 2-1 mark in the MAC East. They lost the game due to a lack of offensive production, only being able to outgain Northern Illinois in first downs. They averaged 197.3 yards passing and 137.3 yards on the ground. On offense, Kurtis Rourke is 98 of 155 passing for 1,068 yards, with eight touchdowns and five interceptions. Additionally, CJ Harris, Parker Navarro, and Sieh Bangura have seen action under center. Bangura leads the team on the ground, with 93 carries for 362 yards and two scores. O’Shaan Allison is the second back, with 89 carries for 282 yards and one touchdown. Miles Cross (20 receptions, 275 yards, four TD) and Bangura (11 catches, 100 yards, TD) headline the top targets in the passing game. Defensively the Bobcats rank 6th in the country, by averaging 13.4 points per contest. Alex Kasee and Jacoby Jones are the top kickers, as Kasee is two of two on extra point attempts and one of two on field goal attempts, with a long of 39 this year, and Jones is eight of eleven on field goals with a long of 40 this year. Overall record: 5-2 (4-3 ATS) MAC East: T-2nd, 2-1 Offense: 97th, averaging 24.50 PPG Defense: 7th, giving up an average of 11.83 PPG Kicking: Alex Kasee (2/2, 1/2 | Long 39), Jacoby Jones (8/11 | Long 40)

Ohio Poised to Take Win Over Struggling Western Michigan Broncos

Ohio is favored to win their sixth game of the season against Western Michigan, who have seen difficulty on offense, and are particularly weak in defensive scoring. The Broncos have played multiple quarterbacks this season, while Bobcats quarterback Rourke, though having struggled last week, only missed one game this season due to an opening injury against San Diego State. Ohio’s defensive strength should provide them with the necessary security for them to earn a victory against the Broncos.

Written by Gsimms Published on 10/18/2023 Category: NCAAF Picks

About the Author: I use a private handicapping system that I've created and adjusted over the last 20 years. My betting philosophy is discipline and bankroll management.

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SportsJaw Broncos vs Bobcats archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Broncos vs Bobcats matchups or learn how our predictions work.

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Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Western Michigan Broncos+525 → +535Moved
  • Moneyline · Ohio Bobcats-770 → -750Moved
  • Spread · Western Michigan Broncos+15 (-110) → +16.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Ohio Bobcats-15 (-110) → -16.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over50.5 (-110) → 52.25 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under50.5 (-110) → 52.25 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Western Michigan Broncos
1-5 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Ohio Bobcats
4-1 matchup record · 7-2-1 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

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From the published research (2023-10-15T22:35:59.940Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

Ohio is favored to win their sixth game of the season against Western Michigan, who have seen difficulty on offense, and are particularly weak in defensive scoring. The Broncos have played multiple quarterbacks this season, while Bobcats quarterback Rourke, though having struggled last week, only missed one game this season due to an opening injury against San Diego State. Ohio’s defensive strength should provide them with the necessary security for them to earn a victory against the Broncos.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2022-10-15Ohio Bobcats 33 · Western Michigan Broncos 14
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Ohio Bobcats defeated Western Michigan Broncos 20-17

Ohio Bobcats defeated Western Michigan Broncos 20-17 on October 21, 2023, a 3-point decision in the series. Ohio Bobcats' strongest period was the 1st quarter, when it outscored its opponent 3-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Western Michigan Broncos +16.5 (-110) spread, Western Michigan Broncos covered, while the 37 combined points finished under the recorded total of 52.25.

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Tipster picks

  • JamescashiolaSpread · Western Michigan Broncos -15 (-110)Win
  • EljefeSpread · Western Michigan Broncos +15 (-110)Win
  • Kentc_Total · Under 51 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · Western Michigan Broncos +16.5 (-110)Win
  • CoolioSpread · Ohio Bobcats -16.5 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Over 52 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · Ohio Bobcats -16.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 52 (-110)Loss