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Western Michigan vs. Akron Prediction, Odds, Picks - October 12, 2024
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Oct. 12, 2024 3:04 p.m. ET
Data Skrive
The Western Michigan Broncos (2-3) are 9.5-point favorites when they host the Akron Zips (1-5) in a MAC matchup on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at Waldo Stadium. A total of 49 points has been set for this game.
Last time out, the Broncos defeated the Ball State Cardinals, with 45-42 being the final score. Against the Bowling Green Falcons in their most recent contest, the Zips lost 27-20.
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Western Michigan vs. Akron Game Information & Odds
- When: Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 3:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Waldo Stadium in Kalamazoo, Michigan
- TV: ESPN+
- Live Box Score on FOX Sports
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| Favorite | Spread (Odds) | Favorite Moneyline | Underdog Moneyline | Total | Over Moneyline | Under Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Michigan | -9.5 (-113) | -348 | +272 | 49 | -110 | -114 |
Western Michigan vs. Akron Prediction
- Pick ATS:
Akron (+9.5)
- Pick OU: Over (49)
- Prediction: Western Michigan 32, Akron 24
Predictions are made by the Data Skrive betting model.
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Western Michigan vs. Akron Betting Insights
- Based on the spread and over/under, the implied score for the game is Broncos 29, Zips 20.
- The Broncos have a 77.7% chance to claim victory in this contest per the moneyline's implied probability. The Zips have a 26.9% implied probability.
- Western Michigan has won just one game against the spread this season.
- Akron has a record of 2-3-0 against the spread this year.
Western Michigan vs. Akron: 2024 Stats Comparison
| Western Michigan | Akron | |
|---|---|---|
| Off. Points per Game (Rank) | 27.6 (90) | 15.2 (124) |
| Def. Points per Game (Rank) | 36.8 (114) | 38 (129) |
| Turnovers Allowed (Rank) | 5 (33) | 9 (96) |
| Turnovers Forced (Rank) | 5 (96) | 7 (59) |
Western Michigan 2024 Key Players
| Name | Position | Stats |
|---|---|---|
| Jaden Nixon | RB | 484 YDS / 6 TD / 96.8 YPG / 7.1 YPC 6 REC / 53 REC YDS / 0 REC TD / 10.6 REC YPG |
| Hayden Wolff | QB | 907 YDS (69.1%) / 7 TD / 2 INT |
| Anthony Sambucci | WR | 22 REC / 286 YDS / 2 TD / 57.2 YPG |
| Zahir Abdus-Salaam | RB | 225 YDS / 2 TD / 45 YPG / 4.2 YPC |
| Corey Walker | DL | 9 TKL / 3 TFL / 3 SACK |
| Donald Willis | LB | 18 TKL / 1 TFL |
| Isaiah Green | DL | 8 TKL / 1 TFL / 2 SACK |
| Tate Hallock | DB | 13 TKL / 2 TFL / 1 INT / 1 PD |
Akron 2024 Key Players
| Name | Position | Stats |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Finley | QB | 1,061 YDS (59.5%) / 7 TD / 6 INT |
| Adrian Norton | WR | 20 REC / 373 YDS / 3 TD / 62.2 YPG |
| Jordon Simmons | RB | 255 YDS / 1 TD / 42.5 YPG / 5.8 YPC 11 REC / 65 REC YDS / 0 REC TD / 10.8 REC YPG |
| Jacob Newell | TE | 27 REC / 185 YDS / 2 TD / 30.8 YPG |
| CJ Nunnally | DL | 18 TKL / 2 TFL / 3 SACK |
| Bryan McCoy | LB | 37 TKL / 1 TFL |
| Darrian Lewis | DB | 24 TKL / 0 TFL / 1 INT / 1 PD |
| Antavious Fish | LB | 25 TKL / 1 TFL / 1 SACK |
FOX Sports created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
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