Akron vs Eastern Michigan Prediction and Odds: Eagles looking to avoid 4th straight loss – NCAAF Week 12

Originally posted on Gridiron Heroics | By Lucas Abrenica | Last updated 11/14/23

The Eastern Michigan Eagles (4-6, 2-4 MAC) battle the Akron Zips (2-8, 1-5 MAC) on Tuesday night in an all-MAC affair. EMU lost to Toledo 49-23 last game, their third loss in a row and fifth consecutive road defeat. They’ll be glad to be back home, where they’ve gone 3-1. Akron is coming off of an embarrassing 19-0 loss, their seventh loss of their past eight. The Eagles have won each of the three head-to-head meetings versus Akron, but they can’t underestimate their conference foes.

Will Eastern Michigan get back on track, or will Akron finally get their first home win?

: EMU Falls at Toledo

Eastern will look to bounce back at home Tuesday, Nov. 14, with a Senior Night game against Akron.#EMUEagles #ETOUGH #TheStandard https://t.co/5FBig45FJV

— Eastern Michigan Football (@EMUFB) November 9, 2023

Akron Zips vs. Eastern Michigan Eagles Betting Odds and Match Details

Team	Spread	Total	ML
Akron Zips	+4 (-110)	Over 39 (-110)	+160
Eastern Michigan Eagles	-4 (-110)	Under 39 (-110)	-192

Odds Courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook, subject to change*

Fixture: Akron Zips vs. Eastern Michigan Eagles

Date and Time: November 14, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. EST

Location: Rynearson Stadium, Ypsilanti, Michigan

Weather Forecast: Clear, 41 Degrees

Key Stats

Akron

Points Per Game: 15.4

Points Allowed Per Game: 28.1

3rd Down Efficiency: 30.22%

4th Down Efficiency: 27.78%

Passing Yards Per Game: 338.7

Passing Yards Per Attempt: 9.4

Passing TDs: 32

Rushing Yards Per Game: 86.0

Rushing TDs: 9

Sacks: 18

Interceptions: 6

Eastern Michigan

Points Per Game: 19.0

Points Allowed Per Game: 24.8

3rd Down Efficiency: 34.59%

4th Down Efficiency: 53.85%

Passing Yards Per Game: 274.7

Passing Yards Per Attempt: 8.4

Passing TDs: 22

Rushing Yards Per Game: 103.6

Rushing TDs: 12

Sacks: 18

Interceptions: 7

Game Prediction

The Zips have one of the worst offensive units in all of college football, and even though EMU’s defense is only decent, the Eagles do well to limit the passing game. On the other side, EMU struggles to move the ball, and their 34.6% third-down rate doesn’t help.

These defenses aren’t exactly top-notch, but both schools will have trouble putting points up on the board. Take the under here on senior night.

Final Pick:

Under 39 (-110)

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Lucas Abrenica has worked as a sports betting writer for over three years, with the aim of helping both experienced and casual sports bettors in their decision-making. He uses his own personal background as a bettor to help guide the information and advice in his articles.

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