Western Michigan vs Central Michigan: Battle for Victory Cannon in Tuesday MACtion Showdown
Western Michigan (5-5) faces Central Michigan (3-7) in a crucial Tuesday night MACtion matchup, with the Victory Cannon trophy on the line. Western Michigan enters as a touchdown favorite, having won five of the last six meetings.
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The game kicks off at 7:30 p.m. EST on ESPN2 at Kelly/Shorts Stadium, with both teams also competing for the Michigan MAC Trophy standings.
Key Stats:
- Western Michigan: 5-5 (4-6 ATS)
- Central Michigan: 3-7 (3-6-1 ATS)
- Spread: Western Michigan -6.5 to -7.5
- Total: 55.5-56.5
- Best odds: Central Michigan +210 (Bet365), Western Michigan -230 (FanDuel)
Recent Trends:
- Central Michigan has lost 5 straight games as underdogs
- 5 of Western Michigan's last 6 games have hit the over
- 3 of the last 4 meetings between these teams went over
Team Analysis:
Western Michigan:
- #1 ranked offense in the country
- QB Hayden Wolff: 1,962 yards, 16 touchdowns
- RB Jaden Nixon averaging 7+ yards per carry
- TE Blake Bosma leads with 6 TD catches
Central Michigan:
- Struggling with QB injuries (Joe Labas, Bert Emanuel Jr.)
- Currently starting freshman Jadyn Glasser
- Offense relies on RB Marion Lukes (617 yards, 5 TDs)
- Haven't beaten Western Michigan at home since 2010
Prediction: Western Michigan -6.5, Under 56.5
Reasoning:
- Western Michigan's superior quarterback situation
- Central Michigan's offensive struggles
- Western Michigan's bowl eligibility motivation
- Central Michigan's home field disadvantage in this rivalry
Weather: Rain expected in Mount Pleasant with temperatures in low 50s.
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