Colgate vs. Central Michigan prediction: Why Central Michigan is favored to win in college football Week 2 [2026]

Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have re-simulated the result of Colgate vs. Central Michigan, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.

Our famous predictive model gives Central Michigan a 91.1% chance of defeating Colgate. Our predicted final score has Central Michigan winning 33-15. According to our model, Colgate (+19.5) has a 55.4% chance of covering the spread, while the 48.5-point over/under has a 51.5% chance of going over.

Latest betting odds

We have sourced the best college football odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Spread: Colgate +19.5 (-110) / Central Michigan -19.5 (-110)
• Moneyline: Colgate +920, Central Michigan -1400
• Total: Over/Under 48.5 (-110/-103)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Spread: Colgate +19.5 @ -110 via FanDuel
• Moneyline: Colgate @ +920 via FanDuel
• Total: Over 48.5 @ -110 via BetRivers

According to our best college football bets, the top play to make on this game is Colgate +19.5 at the spread.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Game info & kickoff details

Saturday's college football game between Central Michigan and Colgate at Kelly/Shorts Stadium is scheduled to commence at 1:00 PM ET.

• Who: Colgate vs. Central Michigan
• Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
• Time: 1:00 PM ET/10:00AM PT
• Venue: Kelly/Shorts Stadium

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Conclusion

We predict Central Michigan, with a 91.1% win probability, will likely beat Colgate in Saturday's college football matchup.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary College Football prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.