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The Central Michigan Chippewas (1-1) take on the No. 11 Notre Dame Fighting Irish (3-0) Saturday. Kickoff from Notre Dame Stadium is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. ET (Peacock). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Central Michigan vs. Notre Dame odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.
Central Michigan enters Saturday off a 45-42 victory against New Hampshire last week as a 7-point favorite and a 31-7 loss to Michigan State as a 14-point underdog in its season opener.
QB Bert Emanuel Jr. had a dismal performance through the air against New Hampshire, going 7-of-19 for 193 yards, 2 TDs and 2 INTs but that was nullified by his ground performance in which he carried the ball 21 times for 101 yards and 2 TDs. RB Myles Bailey also had 21 carries for 108 yards and a TD.
Notre Dame is seeking its 4th straight win to open the season after taking down NC State 45-24 last week, covering comfortably as a 7-point favorite. QB Sam Hartman tossed 4 TDs while RB Auric Estime rushed the ball 14 times for 134 yards with 2 TDs to lead the Fighting Irish to victory. The Notre Dame defense has played top-notch this season only allowing 30 combined points in its first 3 games.
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Central Michigan at Notre Dame odds
Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at noon ET.
- Moneyline (ML): Off the board (OTB)
- Against the spread (ATS): Central Michigan +34.5 (-110) | Notre Dame -34.5 (-110)
- Over/Under (O/U): 51.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)
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Central Michigan at Notre Dame picks and predictions
Prediction
Notre Dame 38, Central Michigan 7
Moneyline
The moneyline was OTB at the time of publication but would be too large to warrant consideration even if it was available.
Against the spread
SPRINKLE CENTRAL MICHIGAN +34.5 (-110).
Normally I stay away from a spread this large, but I think you can sprinkle on Central Michigan. Emanuel Jr. did not perform well in the air last week, but having a dual-threat QB can present issues for an opposing defense. Notre Dame should win this game with ease but do not be surprised if Central Michigan is able to put together a good drive here or there.
Over/Under
LEAN UNDER 51.5 (-105).
The Notre Dame defense has only allowed 30 total points this season and we can expect more of the same this week which will put most of the load to cover the points on the Fighting Irish offense. While they are expected to rout Central Michigan, if their defense holds strong, 51.5 points may be a lot to cover.
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