Buffalo vs Eastern Michigan Odds & Prediction: Bowl Eligibility on the Line in MACtion Clash
The Buffalo Bulls (6-4) face the Eastern Michigan Eagles (5-5) at Rynearson Stadium on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at 7:00 PM EST. EMU enters as a 1.5-point home favorite with the total set at 53 points.
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Buffalo comes in hot, winning two straight including a 51-48 overtime victory against Ball State. QB CJ Ogbonna has led their offensive surge, with the Bulls scoring 41+ points in three of their last four games.
Eastern Michigan struggles offensively, losing four of their last five games. Their recent 35-10 loss to Ohio, where QB Cole Snyder threw 3 interceptions, highlights their offensive woes.
Weather will be a major factor, with forecasts showing:
- 15 MPH sustained winds (gusts up to 26 MPH)
- Steady rain
- Temperatures in the 30s
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Key Statistics:
- Buffalo allows 30.9 PPG (105th nationally)
- EMU yields 27.2 PPG (85th)
- EMU ranks 116th in yards per carry
- Buffalo's run defense ranks 81st
Betting Analysis:
- Buffalo is 3-2 ATS as road underdog this season
- Road team has covered in last three head-to-head matchups
- 52.8% of bets on EMU, but 59% of money on Buffalo
- 87% of bets on over, but line remains at 53
Prediction: Buffalo 20, Eastern Michigan 17 Best Bet: Under 53 points Value Play: Buffalo +1.5
The combination of poor weather conditions, EMU's offensive struggles, and Buffalo's head-to-head success suggests a low-scoring affair favoring the road underdog Bulls.
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