- Western Michigan travels to Bowling Green to face Bowling Green in MAAC College Football in Week 12
- The latest Western Michigan vs Bowling Green odds favor the Falcons by 8 points
- Read below for Western Michigan vs Bowling Green prediction, picks and odds
On Tuesday, November 12, 2024, college football fans get treated to a night on MAC-tion. Now, the Western Michigan Broncos take on the Bowling Green State Falcons in the Big Ten.
This game comes as Western Michigan lost to Northern Illinois last week. Now, Bowling Green has rattled off three straight wins after a loss to, yes, Northern Illinois. Both teams currently reside at the top of the conference with a 4-1 record (5-4 overall).
The Bowling Green State Falcons play host to the Western Michigan Broncos as 8-point favorites, with the over/under set at 50.5 points, according to DraftKings Sportsbook. The game will be on ESPN2, with kickoff scheduled promptly for 7:30 p.m. ET.
Western Michigan vs Bowling Green Prediction
Both Western Michigan and Bowling Green know the sting of losing to Northern Illinois. However, the Huskies are 2-3 in conference and not likely to challenge for the title there. However, the Broncos and Falcons have a real chance here to play in December. Here is where it gets crazy. Bowling Green lost to two ranked teams by a combined 13 points, and those were road games at that. Western Michigan had won four straight contests before allowing 42 points to the Huskies.
The Broncos and Hayden Wolff unraveled some at home. Can they rebound against a tough Bowling Green team that has all the momentum? Anything can and does usually happen with the MAC. Furthermore, the Falcons have three road wins. Coming home has to feel good as they battle for the MAC crown.
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Connor Bazelak can spread the ball around. His almost 69% competition percentage leads the MAC. Also, the Falconsβ quarterback has over 2,000 yards passing on the season. Western Michigan will not have an easy time here.
Western Michigan Attempts To Bounce Back
Okay, Western Michigan needs to get it in gear quickly. Now, one of the big problems against Northern Michigan was the Huskiesβ ability to explode and pile up points. Northern Michigan scored 21 points in the second and third quarters. Meanwhile, the Broncos could not keep upβ¦
The Western Michigan Broncos can put points on the scoreboard (33.3 a game while allowing 34.7). However, it was not an easy week.
The big worry for Western Michigan is that run defense. Telly Johnson Sr. and the Huskies combined for 255 yards and three touchdowns. Northern Illinois held on to the football. That was the biggest key, as their +2 turnover margin was the difference.
Iβm predicting a Western Michigan cover and Bowling Green win. The two teams will keep this close in what will be an entertaining Tuesday night of college football.
Western Michigan-Bowling Green Pick:
- Western Michigan +8 (-110)
Western Michigan vs Bowling Green Spread
College football Week 12 spreads are out for Western Michigan vs Bowling Green, and the MAC tripleheader stare us right in the face at 7:00 p.m. ET
The First Half Spread Is 4.5
Hey, that 4.5 first-half spread is reasonable. This is one of those games where Bowling Green might jump out by 7 or 10 points before the game comes back a bit in the second half.
Western Michigan vs Bowling Green Odds
Bowling Green is favored by 8 points with -310 moneyline odds, implying a 75.61% win probability for the Falcons. Western Michigan are now +250 underdogs, representing a mere 28.57% chance to win, per the oddsmakers.
The total is set at 58.5 points, with some -108 juice for the over. This offers some leeway as the two teams want that crucial fifth conference win.
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Michigan | +8 (-110) | +250 | Over 58.5 (-108) |
| Bowling Green | β8 (-110) | -310 | Under 58.5 (-112) |
Odds as of November 11, 2024, at DraftKings Sportsbook. Browse the best College Football betting app for Western Michigan-Bowling Green.
Some notable line movement: This game spanned from the 7.5 to 8.5 point range. The spread money has not been released but could favor the Broncos on Tuesday night.
Western Michigan vs Bowling Green Head to Head
The programs have met 57 times in their history, with the last four results going as follows:
- Nov 21, 2023: Bowling Green 34, Western Michigan 10
- Nov 2, 2022: Bowling Green 13, Western Michigan 9
- Oct 26, 2019: Western Michigan 49, Bowling Green 10
- Oct 13, 2018: Western Michigan 42, Bowling Green 35
The most recent meeting in 2023 was a blowout as the Falcons soared on the road. The 2022 meeting at Bowling Green was a defensive stalemate as the Falcons escaped with a narrow victory.
Honestly, these MAC games bring the action, as the quarterbacks should both be able to keep this close. Do not overlook the rushing attacks. Jaden Nixon is an anytime touchdown magnet, while Terion Stewart could surprise. Expect a back-and-forth affair on Tuesday night.
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On November 12th, Western Michigan will face off against Bowling Green in a highly anticipated college football matchup. Both teams have had their fair share of ups and downs this season, making it difficult to predict the outcome of this game. However, with careful analysis of their performances so far, we can make an educated guess on who might come out on top.
Western Michigan currently sits at a record of 5-4, while Bowling Green is struggling with a 2-7 record. Western Michigan has shown flashes of brilliance throughout the season, with a strong offense led by quarterback Kaleb Eleby and running back Sean Tyler. Their defense has also been solid, holding opponents to an average of 27 points per game.
On the other hand, Bowling Green has struggled on both sides of the ball. Their offense has been inconsistent, averaging just 19 points per game, while their defense has allowed an average of 35 points per game. This could spell trouble for them against Western Michigan’s potent offense.
As for the current betting line, Western Michigan is favored to win by a significant margin. The spread is currently set at -14.5 points in favor of Western Michigan, indicating that oddsmakers believe they will win by at least two touchdowns.
Based on their performances so far this season and the betting line, it seems likely that Western Michigan will come out on top in this matchup. Their strong offense and solid defense should be enough to overcome Bowling Green’s struggles on both sides of the ball. If you’re looking to place a bet on this game, taking Western Michigan to cover the spread might be a safe pick.
Overall, while anything can happen in college football, all signs point to Western Michigan as the likely victor in this game. Be sure to tune in on November 12th to see how it all plays out.