Western Michigan Broncos vs Toledo Rockets Predictions October 24, 2026
Toledo is projected to beat Western Michigan 24-20, with its recent run defense and balanced offensive production giving the Rockets a slight edge. Buckley's rushing success makes the Broncos a credible upset threat, however. Toledo -3.5 (-110) leaves too little room for a narrow home win, so the official betting recommendation is Pass, with no actionable total wager either.
Western Michigan Broncos vs Toledo Rockets prediction and best bet
Toledo gets the winner pick because its latest performance offered encouraging signs on both sides of the ball. The Rockets combined efficient passing, a productive rushing effort and disruptive defense against Eastern Michigan. Those ingredients give them a plausible answer to Western Michigan's strongest recent weapon, running back Jalen Buckley.
The official betting recommendation is Pass. A projected four-point victory barely clears Toledo -3.5 (-110), and the comparison rests heavily on one game against a different opponent for each team. That is enough for a slight preference in the forecast, but too thin an advantage to make laying the points attractive.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Western Michigan visits Toledo on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, in college football.
Venue: Glass Bowl.
Broadcast: CBS Sports Network and the Rocket Radio Network.
Records: Western Michigan Broncos 5-2; Toledo Rockets 4-2.
SportsJaw odds: Western Michigan Broncos +3 (-104); Toledo Rockets -3 (-112). Moneyline: Western Michigan Broncos +135; Toledo Rockets -155. Total: Over 45.5 (-108); Under 45.5 (-110).
SportsJaw total: Over 45.5 (-110); Under 45.5 (-110). Moneyline: Western Michigan +150; Toledo -175.