Ohio Bobcats at Eastern Michigan Eagles, Picks and Prediction, Saturday, October 25, 2025
Use Code SSWC The Eastern Michigan Eagles (2-6, 1-3 MAC) will host the Ohio Bobcats (4-3, 2-1 MAC) at Veterans Memorial Stadium on Saturday in a MAC Conference game, with the kickoff slated for 12:00 PM Eastern, as Ohio seeks its first conference win. Read on for the Bobcats vs the Eagles prediction and more free NCAAF picks.
Ohio Dominates At Home
Ohio handled Northern Illinois, jumping out to a 14-0 lead at the end of the first quarter en route to a 48-21 win at home last Saturday. Sieh Bangura led the ground attack with 147 yards and three scores on 22 carries. Chase Hendricks continues to be Navarro's preferred choice as he hauled in 10 catches. Ohio finished with just under 540 yards while the defense held NIU to under 300 yards of offense. The defense had two sacks and recovered a fumble.
Ohio enters the season under head coach Brian Smith, with quarterback Parker Navarro running the offense. Offensively, the Bobcats are averaging 25.7 points per game, placing them around the mid-70s nationally. They generate 398.3 total yards per game, which ranks inside the top 50 in the country. The ground game is a standout—averaging 198.4 rushing yards per contest, good for 21st nationally, along with a strong 5.2 yards per carry rate. On third downs, Ohio converts at 38.1%, and Navarro has thrown nine touchdowns and 5 interceptions so far.
Ohio Key Team Stats:
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- Total Yards Per Game: 398.3
- 3rd-Down Conversion Rate: 43.42%
- Red Zibe Scoring Rate: 84.21%
On defense, Ohio has allowed 23.7 points per game, placing them roughly 50th nationally. Opposing teams are gaining about 370.2 yards per outing, while Ohio's defense has struggled to consistently get off the field—allowing 35.9% on third downs and giving up 4.6 yards per carry on the ground. Through the air, Ohio has permitted opposing quarterbacks to complete around 65.7% of their passes, with those attempts averaging 7.4 yards per throw. To thrive this season, the Bobcats’ defense will need to tighten in the trenches and force more stops, giving the offense the chance to keep rolling.
Eagles' Defense Unable To Get Road Stops
Eastern Michigan was unable to slow down Miami of Ohio as they fell in a 44-30 final. The Eagles scored 14 in the first half, then failed to get back on the board until the 4th quarter. Noah Kim tossed for four scores and two picks on 20/36 throwing, while Harold Mack led the receiving corps with 179 yards and two scores on six catches. The Eagles allowed Miami of Ohio to put up nearly 300 rushing yards as they tallied one sack.
Eastern Michigan enters the season under head coach Chris Creighton, with Noah Kim at quarterback. Offensively, the Eagles are averaging 24.7 points per game, which ranks them 83rd nationally. They generate 374.1 yards per game, putting them around the top 75 in the country. Their third-down conversion rate is solid, though it has slid of late. It currently sits at 40.57%. The offense has been prolific inside the 20s, scoring on every red zone trip this season. Kim has been protected in the pocket, and he's shown he can take care of the football while also sitting in the top 100 in average completion depth. With 4.2 yards per carry, the ground game has hung around 65th in the country. A balanced attack that is poised to strike at the defense's weakness.
Eastern Michigan Key Team Stats:
- Total Yards Per Game: 374.1
- 3rd-Down Conversion Rate: 40.57%
- Points Per Game: 24.7
On defense, the Eagles have struggled, allowing 34.3 points per game, which places them near 115th in the nation. Opponents are gaining over 450 yards per contest, showing this team has also struggled in giving up the big play downfield. Their third-down defense allows 46.32% conversions, and their opponents’ yards per play average 6.6, both in the bottom 25 in the country. The Eagles’ defense must tighten in all phases and eliminate the chunk yardage plays. Slowing the run will be key as the Eagles are arguably the worst run defense in America.
Ohio vs Eastern Michigan Pick
Side Pick for Ohio vs. EMU
- Ohio -12.5 (4 units)
Not only is Ohio one of the best and most dynamic teams in the MAC conference, but its strong running offense will face off with arguably the worst defense in college football. Navarro has shown he can take care of the football as well. With how well the Bobcats defend inside the red zone and get the defense off the field after 3rd down, look for them to win by a margin here.
Ohio -12.5
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Total Pick for Ohio vs. EMU
- Under 60. 5 (4 units)
Ohio prefers to spearhead its offense with a run-first attack. Given they've found success and EMU has struggled to slow the run, look for the Bobcats not to air it out often here. Neither defense gives up the big play through the air either. Ohio has defended the red zone well this season and the Eagles are sitting inside the top 100 in red zone defense as well. Look for this total to stay under the number.
Under 60.5
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