Game Details:
- Matchup: Central Michigan Chippewas (6-4) at Kent State Golden Flashes (4-6)
- Date: Tuesday, November 19
- Time: 7:00 PM EST
- Venue: Dix Stadium, Kent, Ohio
- Spread: Central Michigan -7.5
- Total: 49.5
Chippewas Look to Stay Hot in Mid-Week MACtion
Central Michigan heads to Kent, Ohio for a Tuesday night MAC showdown with the Kent State Golden Flashes. The Chippewas enter the contest with a solid 6-4 record, placing them 2nd in the MAC standings and looking to solidify their position. Kent State, meanwhile, has struggled to find consistency this season, sitting at 4-6 and 8th in the conference. As a significant 7.5-point road favorite, Central Michigan is expected to handle its business and continue its push toward the top of the conference.
Why Central Michigan Will Cover
The Chippewas have established themselves as one of the upper-tier teams in the MAC this season. Their 6-4 record reflects a team that has found ways to win, a stark contrast to Kent State’s sub-.500 campaign. While detailed injury reports for this specific week are scarce, recent news has been positive for CMU. According to FOX Sports, a key player previously thought to be out was surprisingly removed from the injury report, suggesting the team may be getting healthier at a crucial point in the season.
Although Central Michigan dealt with offensive line injuries earlier in the year against teams like Michigan, those issues appear to have been managed as the season has progressed. With a clear advantage in the standings and momentum on their side, the Chippewas have the offensive and defensive stability to control this game against a struggling conference opponent.
Can Kent State Pull the Upset at Home?
The Golden Flashes have had a tough 2025 season. Their 4-6 record places them near the bottom of the conference, and they enter this home game as more than a touchdown underdog. The team has dealt with some significant injuries throughout the year, including a scary incident involving defensive back A’tiq Muhammad back in September.
However, there are some bright spots. More recently, tight end Mulder was not listed on the team’s injury report ahead of a game against Akron, providing a needed boost for the offense. Playing at home on a Tuesday night is a classic MAC equalizer, and Kent State will be motivated to play spoiler against a conference rival. To cover the spread, let alone win, the Golden Flashes will need their offense to find a rhythm and its defense to create turnovers against a more talented Chippewas squad.
Prediction & Pick
This matchup features two teams heading in opposite directions. Central Michigan is playing for a strong finish in the conference race, while Kent State is trying to salvage a disappointing season. The 7.5-point spread acknowledges CMU’s superior record and performance this year.
Given Central Michigan’s standing as the second-best team in the MAC and Kent State’s struggles, the Chippewas are well-positioned to win this game by more than a touchdown. Look for CMU to control the line of scrimmage and put up enough points to comfortably pull away from a less-talented Golden Flashes team.
Prediction: Central Michigan 31, Kent State 20
The Pick: Central Michigan -7.5
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