Eastern Michigan Eagles vs. Central Michigan Chippewas Picks and Prediction for Saturday, September 27, 2025
Use Code SSWC Get ready for an interesting Week 5 MAC battle as the Eastern Michigan Eagles are taking on the Central Michigan Chippewas in our Eagles vs. Chippewas prediction. Set to unfold at Kelly/Shorts Stadium on September 27th at 1:00 PM ET, this game, airing on ESPN+, promises an exciting matchup with two teams currently looking to step up as Eastern Michigan is 1-3 (0-0 MAC) while Central Michigan is 2-2 (0-0). With these teams looking to step up in this matchup, let's dive into the stats, injuries, and key insights to preview what's in store. Find the edge fast with NCAAF picks for Eastern Michigan Eagles vs. Central Michigan Chippewas.
Eagles Have Their Wings Clipped?
The Eastern Michigan Eagles are getting ready to improve as they are coming off a 34-31 home win over the Louisiana Ragin Cajuns on Saturday. They are tied for 77th in the NCAA with 29.8 points per game scored. The Eagles’ offense is led by quarterback Noah Kim, who has been able to complete 87-of-136 passes for 993 yards with five passing touchdowns and a pair of interceptions right now. Their total offense stands at 393.0 yards per game (70th in NCAA), with rushing accounting for a lesser 144.8 yards (108th). The passing game has been stepping up with an average of 248.2 yards per game (54th).
Defensively, the Eagles are awful, allowing the 132nd-most points per game right now at 39.8. The team has struggled as they are allowing 504.5 total yards per game (135th), with their quarterback rating against them is terrible as they are 114th in the sport with a 149.4 rating right now. The defense needs to show significant improvement to get back on track for a bowl game at the end of the season.
Injury Report for Eastern Michigan
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- Wide receiver CJ Wilson: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Defensive lineman Jefferson Adam: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Offensive guard Chris Mayo: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Offensive guard Mack Indestad: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Cornerback Donmiel Rogers: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Running back James Jointer Jr: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Tight end Jackson Holt: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Linebacker Zach Mowchan: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Offensive guard Joshua Anderson: Undisclosed (Questionable)
Chippewas Wanting to Get Back Over .500
The Central Michigan Chippewas are looking to build off their most recent performance as they are coming off a 49-10 home win against the Wagner Seahawks. The offense has been middle-of-the-pack as they are scoring 25.8 points per game this year. Quarterback Joe Labas has played well under center as he completed 32-of-46 passes for 422 yards with four touchdown passes to one interception while also running 11 times for four yards (0.4 yards per carry). As a team, they are ranked 120th nationally in total yards, averaging 303.2 per game. Central Michigan’s passing offense, which averages 156.2 yards per game, will need to find new ways to maintain its efficiency as they are 122nd in college football. The rushing game, contributing 147.0 yards per game (86th nationally), needs to find ways to open up the offense even more.
The Chippewas’ defense is tied for 122nd with 33.0 points allowed per game. They are also allowing an average of 394.0 total yards per game (98th), which makes things more challenging going forward. Their pass defense, in particular, has been struggling a bit, conceding 231.0 yards per game (90th). Their rush defense, allowing 163.0 yards per game, remains a part where they need to get stops to keep things moving.
Injury Report for Central Michigan
- Offensive guard Jacob Saurbeck: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Offensive guard Blake Schlegel: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Cornerback Jamari Allen: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Cornerback Jeremiah Alston: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Cornerback Aakeem Snell: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Quarterback Jadyn Glasser: Undisclosed (OUT)
- Tight end Rory Callahan: Undisclosed (OUT)
- Offensive guard John Iannuzzi: Undisclosed (OUT)
Eastern Michigan Eagles vs. Central Michigan Chippewas Pick
Spread Pick for Eastern Michigan vs. Central Michigan
- Central Michigan Chippewas -195 (4 units)
The Central Michigan Chippewas have stepped up and should be able to go on the road and play well. This game is expected to be close, but the Eagles are looking lost on the defensive side of the field, allowing 39.5 points over their previous two games. Central Michigan had a chance to get on track with their game against Wagner last week and took full advantage. Now that Eastern Michigan is struggling to get stops, this is a great spot for them to break out. Go with the Central Michigan Chips to record the victory on the road here.
Over/Under Pick for Eastern Michigan vs. Central Michigan
- Over 54.5 (4 units)
The weather at Kelly/Shorts Stadium should be clear skies, which means there is no worries of the weather affecting the passing game specifically. Labas and Kim have been passing the football well and should be able to move the ball at a good rate as these defenses are not doing too hot. Both teams are struggling to limit the amount of big plays as Eastern Michigan is giving up 7.5 yards per play while Central Michigan is allowing 6.0 yards per play heading into this matchup. All in all, go with over 54.5 points as the better bet for this game.
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