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Northern Illinois Huskies Favored to Win Against Western Michigan Broncos in Week 11 Showdown

In Week 11 of Mid-American Conference action, the Northern Illinois Huskies will face off against the Western Michigan Broncos in what promises to be an exciting matchup at Waldo Stadium on November 6th at 7:00 PM ET, airing on ESPN2. The Huskies (4-4, 1-3 MAC) are coming off a two-game losing streak, while the Broncos (5-3, 4-0) are on a four-game winning streak. Northern Illinois is the betting favorite, opening at -1.5 with the line remaining steady. Stay tuned to see how this game unfolds.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Huskies -119 | Broncos +100
• Spread: Huskies -1.5 (-110) | Broncos +1.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 52.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Northern Illinois will win straight-up is 54%.

Northern Illinois vs Western Michigan Stats

Northern Illinois Huskies

The Northern Illinois Huskies are currently a middling program with a 4-4 record this season. Quarterback Ethan Hampton has been performing well but is dealing with an undisclosed injury, with Josh Holst ready to step in if needed. The team's offense is averaging 397.1 total yards per game, with a strong rushing game contributing significantly. However, their defense has been their weak point, despite only allowing an average of 17.6 points per game. Several key players are currently listed as questionable due to undisclosed injuries, including tight end Jake Appleget, quarterback Ethan Hampton, and wide receiver Christopher Gore. The team is ranked 98 in offense, 13 in defense, and has a power ranking of 38.

Western Michigan Broncos Analysis

Western Michigan Broncos have recently been on a winning streak, with senior quarterback Hayden Wolff leading the team to victory in their most recent game. Offensively, they have been strong in rushing, ranking 18th nationally, while their passing game needs improvement, ranking 92nd. Defensively, they have struggled, allowing a high number of total yards and points per game. Several key players are currently listed as questionable due to undisclosed injuries. With a power ranking of 98, they rank 47th for offense and 122nd for defense, with a record of 5-3 overall. In their last three matchups, Northern Illinois has struggled against Western Michigan.

Injured Quarterback Shifts Odds, Northern Illinois Huskies Favored to Cover Spread on the Road

The current odds are slightly impacted by quarterback Ethan Hampton's undisclosed injury. However, the Broncos maintain a strong defense while the Huskies exhibit a well-rounded defensive strategy. Third down conversion rates are crucial, with Northern Illinois successfully converting 43.90% and Western Michigan at 39.36%. Ultimately, it is recommended to bet on the Northern Illinois Huskies to cover the spread while playing away from home.

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