Central Michigan Chippewas vs. Western Michigan Broncos, Odds, Preview, Picks and Prediction, Saturday, November 1, 2025
Use Code SSWC Central Michigan is traveling to Waldo Stadium in Kalamazoo, Michigan, for their week ten matchup against Western Michigan; keep reading for our Central Michigan versus Western Michigan prediction. Central Michigan is second in the MAC with a conference record of 3-1 and a season record of 5-3. Western Michigan is fifth in the MAC with a conference record of 3-1 and a season record of 4-4. Central Michigan came out with the win last season over Western Michigan with a final score of 16-14. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:00p.m. EDT. When it comes to college football selections, our NCAAF Predictions are stellar.
Central Michigan Relying On Run Game
The Chippewas are heading to Western Michigan after their win last week against UMass with a final score of 38-13. This would be their fourth win in the last five games as Central Michigan now heads on the road as they eye up the top of their conference. The Chippewas are a win away from tying Miami (OH) for the top of the MAC.
Central Michigan this season is 89th in scoring and sits 91st in total yards. Their lack of yards generated is largely due to their playstyle, which is mostly on the ground. Central Michigan is 132nd in passing attempts this season and is 126th in total passing yards. On the ground where they thrive, the Chippewas are 22nd in rushing yards and fifth overall in rushing attempts. Junior Quarterback Angel Flores has been the driving force of the offense, as he leads the team in rushing yards this season at 519 and is averaging 64.9 yards per game. However, he's out for this game with an undisclosed injury in their win over UMass. Joe Labas came in and completed 10 of 11 for 148 yards with two TDs. He's most likely the starter for this game. On the season, Labas has 914 yards passing with seven TDs and one pick.
On defense, we are seeing some reliability as the Chippewas rank 69th in points allowed and 75th in yards allowed. Central Michigan seems to struggle when it comes to stopping the run, as they sit 83rd in rushing yards and 96th in yards allowed per carry at 4.5. To combat this, the team has focused on their pass defense, which is 43rd in yards allowed per reception at 6.5. The star of the defense this season has been Senior Defensive Lineman Miahcel Heldman, who leads the team in sacks at five on the season and has a total of 13 tackles across his eight games played.
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Injuries:
- Flores QB Out - Undisclosed
- Naves WR Questionable - Undisclosed
- Pratt LS Questionable - Undisclosed
- Jones CB Questionable - Undisclosed
- Kostus DL Questionable - Undisclosed
- Saurbeck OG Questionable - Undisclosed
- Pierre OG Out - Undisclosed
- Ferguson LB Out - Undisclosed
- Glasser QB Out - Undisclosed
- Callahan TE Out - Undisclosed
- Iannuzzi OG Out - Undisclosed
Western Michigan’s Impressive Defense
The Broncos are returning home after their loss last week to Miami (OH) with a final score of 26-17. This loss would break up a four-game win streak the Broncos had amassed. Western Michigan still has a chance for the top of the division, but will have a rough road battling their way through these conference rivals in their way, starting with Central Michigan on Saturday.
Western Michigan has one of the better defenses this season, ranking 31st in points allowed and 25th in total yards allowed. The claim to fame of this defense is their ability to sack quarterbacks consistently, with the Broncos ranking fourth overall in sacks this season. The Broncos are also doing a great job in preventing their opponents from gaining first downs, in which they rank 31st in the country. Senior Defensive Lineman Nadame Tucker leads the team in sacks with 8.5 across his eight games played, averaging one sack per game.
The offense for the Broncos has lacked luster in comparison to their defense as they sit 100th in scoring and 111th in yards generated. Western Michigan has focused on their run game, which has complemented its defensive play style as it continues to run the clock out and gives their opposition less time to come back. A high point of their offense has been how disciplined they have been, ranking 14th in penalties this season and 12th in total penalty yards.
Sophomore Quarterback Broc Lowry has been the main offensive star on the team. Lowry leads the team in rushing yards with 509 on the season and is averaging 63.6 yards per game. Lowry has averaged nearly one touchdown per game on the ground with his seven across eight games played.
Injuries:
- Konecny QB Questionable - Undisclosed
- Pope S Questionable - Undisclosed
- Bishop DL Questionable - Undisclosed
- Cabana RB Questionable - Undisclosed
- Vaughan OG Questionable - Undisclosed
- Hofer OG Questionable - Undisclosed
- Schleicher OG Out - Knee
- Johanningsmeier DL Out - Undisclosed
Central Michigan vs. Western Michigan Picks and Prediction
Spread Pick for Central Michigan vs. Western Michigan
- Western Michigan -4.5 (-110) (4 units)
Western Michigan has a record of 5-1-0 against the spread as a home favorite since 2024. Central Michigan has a record of 3-5-1 against the spread as a road underdog since 2024. Central Michigan is missing their key offensive player in quarterback Angel Flores. Both teams are heavily focused on the run game and only Western Michigan has the defense that is capable of stopping the run game. I believe the Broncos will grab the win at home over their conference rivals.
Over/Under Pick for Central Michigan vs Western Michigan
- Over 40.5 (-110) (3 units)
Central Michigan has an over/under record of 5-2-1 since 2024 in games that followed a win. Western Michigan has an over/under record of 6-3-0 at home since 2024. While Western Michigan thrives in making the game go fast and taking away scoring opportunities from their opponents, this total is too low. We have seen this total go over in eight of the last ten meetings with the Broncos and the Chippewas. Neither team has much offensive prowess but we should expect a relatively back-and-forth game despite the impressive defense of Western Michigan.
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