We have another interesting matchup from the MAC on Wednesday, Nov. 9. The Buffalo Bulls stand at 4-1 in the conference, and they will travel to take on Central Michigan. Even though the Chippewas have a losing record in the conference (2-3) and overall (3-6), they are favored in this game. Is that fool’s gold or a legitimate line? We’ll break it down in the Buffalo vs. Central Michigan predictions below.
Buffalo vs. Central Michigan Odds
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo | +1.5 (-110) | +100 | O 54.5 (-105) |
| @ Central Michigan | -1.5 (-110) | -120 | U 54.5 (-115) |
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Game Info
- Date: Wednesday, Nov. 9
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
- Location: Kelly/Shorts Stadium — Mount Pleasant, MI
- TV: ESPN2
Buffalo Betting Trends
- Buffalo is 5-1-1 ATS in its last 7 games overall.
- Buffalo is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 conference games.
- Buffalo is 4-1-1 ATS in its last 6 road games.
- Under is 5-2 in Buffalo’s last 7 vs. a team with a losing record.
Central Michigan Betting Trends
- CMU is 14-1-1 ATS in its last 16 Wednesday games.
- CMU is 5-1 ATS vs. a team with a winning record.
- CMU is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 conference games.
- Under is 5-2 in CMU’s last 7 games overall.
- Under is 5-2 in CMU’s last 7 conference games.
Buffalo vs. Central Michigan Predictions
As mentioned in the introduction, Buffalo is contending to represent the East division in the MAC Championship. Central Michigan has had a tough time this season with a 3-6 record that includes a subpar 2-3 mark in the conference. However, the Chippewas are favored in this matchup. So what gives?
First, we need to consider that CMU may have turned a corner last week. Central Michigan beat Northern Illinois 34-22 as 4.5-point road underdogs last Wednesday. Even better, star RB Lew Nichols returned from an injury to gain 98 rushing yards on 28 carries. His presence helps stabilize CMU’s offense.
This game will be decided in the trenches, and Central Michigan has the edge in that department. CMU’s rush defense ranks 36th in the country while allowing just 3.7 yards per carry. Meanwhile, Buffalo is giving up 5.0 yards per carry, which ranks 116th in the nation.
Expect Central Michigan to run the ball, control the game, and ultimately pull out the victory.
The Pick: Central Michigan -1.5 | -110 at Betway Sportsbook