MACtion Football Odds Preview: Surging Eastern Michigan Favored Vs. Ohio

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Eastern Michigan is tied for the most wins in the Mid-American Conference as they prepare to play Ohio in the MACtion crossover game on Tuesday night.

Despite not being in first place in the MAC West Division, the Eastern Michigan University (EMU) is still very much in contention for the top spot.

Will the EMU Eagles, who are eligible for a bowl game, be able to remain contenders for the league title?

Eastern Michigan vs. Ohio: MACtion Football Odds

Oddsmakers favor EMU

The Eastern Michigan Eagles are expected to have the upper hand in Tuesday’s game as they play on their home turf. According to odds provided by various Michigan sports betting outlets, the Eagles are favored by 7 points over the Bobcats.

On Sunday night, BetRivers Sportsbook stood alone in dissent, offering an 8-point spread.

For Tuesday’s game, the moneyline odds for EMU range from -270 to -285, indicating their favored position. Conversely, Ohio is offered odds of +215 to +230 to win, with Caesars Sportsbook providing the highest odds in favor of Ohio.

The total points for the over/under is 60.5 at all sportsbooks, except at BetRivers where it is listed as 61.5.

This season, Eastern Michigan has a 4-5 record when it comes to covering the spread, while the over has hit in 5 of their 9 games. Similarly, Ohio has also gone 4-5 against the spread, but the under has prevailed in 6 of their 9 games.

The overall series between Ohio and Eastern Michigan favors Ohio, with a record of 19-12-1. In their recent six encounters, the Bobcats have emerged victorious and surpassed the projected point spread in five of those games against the Eagles.

How to watch: Ohio vs. Eastern Michigan

• Ohio (2-7, 2-3 MAC) will be facing Eastern Michigan (6-3, 2-3)
• The specified time is 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 9th.
• The location of Rynearson Stadium is in Ypsilanti.
• ESPN2 is a television channel.
• ESPN+ offers an online livestream service.
• WEMU Radio: Broadcasting on the airwaves.

Eagles become bowl-eligible

Toledo succumbed to Eastern Michigan in a thrilling Tuesday night match, with a final score of 52-49, granting Eastern Michigan eligibility for a bowl game.

In his eighth year as coach, Chris Creighton has successfully guided EMU to achieve bowl eligibility for the fourth time. Currently, EMU trails Northern Illinois by one game in the MAC West as they head into this week’s game.

The Eagles have emerged victorious in consecutive matches against Toledo and Bowling Green, accumulating a remarkable total of 107 points in their triumphs.

Despite being outgained 672-490 in Tuesday’s game, EMU secured the victory by forcing three turnovers.

In a remarkable performance, senior quarterback Ben Bryant showcased his exceptional skills by delivering his most outstanding game of the season. He astoundingly threw for an impressive 354 yards, surpassing his previous season record. His exceptional performance was further enhanced by contributing three remarkable touchdowns to the team’s success. Notably, Hassan Beydoun played a crucial role as Bryant’s primary receiver. Beydoun’s exceptional talent shone through as he skillfully caught an impressive 12 passes, accumulating a remarkable 197 yards. Additionally, Beydoun’s efforts resulted in two extraordinary touchdowns, solidifying his contribution to the team’s triumph.

Jawon Hamilton managed to accumulate 64 yards and a touchdown, whereas Darius Boone Jr. closely trailed behind with 63 yards, illustrating the Eagles’ difficulty in effectively rushing the ball.

Despite their victory, EMU should have legitimate concerns about their defense. Throughout the season, the Eagles have been allowing an average of 424.2 yards per game, with 187.1 rushing yards conceded per outing. These figures position them outside the top 100 teams in the nation. In their recent triumph on Tuesday, Toledo managed to throw for 461 yards and rush for 211 yards against EMU’s defense.

Ohio snaps losing skid

Last Tuesday, Ohio broke a 3-game losing streak by securing a 35-33 victory against Miami (Ohio) at home.

The Bobcats dominated the game with a 28-0 lead going into the third quarter, but had to cling to dear life to secure the victory.

Similar to Eastern Michigan, Ohio is facing difficulties on the defensive side this season. The Bobcats currently hold the 110th spot in total defense, allowing an average of 442.6 yards per game. Their rushing defense ranks even lower, at 121st, surrendering 208.3 yards per game. Additionally, their scoring defense sits at 103rd, allowing an average of 31.3 points per game. Despite their victory on Tuesday, Ohio was still outperformed in terms of total yardage, being outgained by a margin of 569 to 413.

Kurtis Rourke displayed an impressive offensive performance as the quarterback for Ohio, guiding his team to victory. He showcased his skills by throwing for 288 yards, the highest of the season, and recording three touchdowns. Additionally, Rourke contributed to the ground game with 44 rushing yards.

Isiah Cox emerged as the top receiver, recording six catches for 106 yards and two touchdowns. Meanwhile, De’Montre Tuggle contributed 69 rushing yards and two scores on the ground.

Throughout the year, the Ohio offense has struggled to produce notable moments, only managing an average of 366 yards per game. However, the ground game stands out as its strongest aspect, accumulating an impressive 185.8 yards per contest.

Tuggle takes the lead with an impressive 622 yards and seven scores, while backup QB Armani Rogers contributes with 461 yards and six scores, as he consistently plays a role in the team’s offensive strategy.

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