Central Michigan Chippewas vs NIU Huskies Prediction, 11/30/2024 College Football Picks, Best Bets & Odds

Game: Central Michigan Chippewas vs NIU Huskies

Date: Saturday, November 30, 2024

Location: Huskie Stadium in Dekalb, IL

TV: CBSSN

Odds/Point Spread: Huskies (-12.5)

Total/Over-Under: 45

The Central Michigan Chippewas (4-7) are headed to Huskie Stadium on Saturday, November 30, 2024 where they will take on the NIU Huskies (6-5). Central Michigan opens this matchup as 12.5-point dogs. The total is set at 45.

The Central Michigan Chippewas step onto the field holding a record of 4-7 for this year. In their last contest, the Chippewas took on the Western Michigan Broncos and notched a win by a score of 16-14. The Central Michigan Chippewas ran the rock 49 different times and recorded 167 yds, which came out to an average of 3.4 yards per tote. In all, they ran 66 plays which gave them a total of 307 yards. Central Michigan allowed 15 completions on 26 attempts for 134 yards, and a completion rate of 57.7%. Against the run, the Chippewas conceded 50 yds on 25 tries, which averages out to 2.0 yds per run surrendered.

When it comes to scoring points, the Central Michigan Chippewas are averaging 23.2 points per outing. As a team they are averaging 171.0 yards in the run game ranking them 54th in the nation. The Chippewas have tallied 3,750 total yards for this campaign. In terms of notching touchdowns, Central Michigan has compiled 9 touchdowns via the pass and 17 touchdowns on the ground. Central Michigan has amassed 201 1st downs as a team, and they have been flagged for 74 infractions for 666 yds. They have given the ball to the opposition 20 times.

Regarding yards through the air, the Chippewas are allowing 2,157 yards which ranks them 39th in the nation. They are allowing 196.1 yards per contest through the air as well as allowing a completion percentage of 59.8%. Over the course of this season, they are allowing 366.5 yards per game which puts them 67th in college football. They have surrendered 17 touchdowns via the pass and 17 touchdowns running the ball. They are allowing teams to run for an average of 4.7 yards per rush on the ground and 170.4 rushing yards per game for the year. Overall, they have allowed 1,874 yards via the ground game in 11 games. The Chippewas are ranked 104th in the country when it comes to their opponents scoring, conceding 30.2 points per game.

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The Huskies come into this game with a record of 6-5 for this year. The last time they took the gridiron, the Huskies took a loss by a final score of 20-9 against the Miami RedHawks. NIU rushed the football for 3.2 yds per attempt, finishing the game with 128 yards on 40 attempts. The Huskies finished the contest with a total of 242 yds while they ran 75 plays (3.2 yds per play). The Huskies secondary allowed a completion percentage of 62.5%, surrendering 237 yards on 15 for 24 passing. NIU surrendered 28 rush attempts for 87 yds (3.1 yds per carry).

The NIU Huskies have an average of 388.1 yards/contest, ranking them 68th in Division 1. The NIU offense has accrued 512 penalty yds on 51 infractions, which ranks 121st in college football in terms of helping out the other team. They have an average of 211.4 run yards per game and have run for 2,325 yards for the season. They have tossed 7 interceptions while letting opponents recover 9 fumbles and they have recorded 233 1st downs. Regarding how much they score, the Huskies rank 94th in D-1 holding an average of 24.3 PPG. For the year to this point, the Huskies have compiled 1,944 yards via the pass together with an average of 176.7 passing yards per contest, which has them sitting 119th in the nation.

The Huskies are allowing 18.6 points per game, which has them ranked 18th in D-1. NIU has allowed a total of 1,229 rushing yards (111.7 yards/game) and 8 touchdowns rushing so far this year. This season, they have surrendered 205 total points. They have allowed the opposition 12 touchdowns through the air and 176.3 yards/game, ranking them 12th in college football. The Huskies defense has taken part in 672 plays, which is good for 19th in the country. They have totaled 4 fumbles and 7 picks on the year.

Who will win tonight's Chippewas/Huskies college football game against the spread?

Guy's Pick: Take the Chippewas +12.5

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