Western Michigan vs. Central Michigan prediction: Why Western Michigan is favored to win Week 7 MACtion clash

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

Our independent predictive model gives Western Michigan a 73.8% chance of beating Central Michigan. Our predicted final score has Western Michigan winning 26-18. According to our model, Central Michigan (+8.5) has a 51.5% chance of covering the spread, while the 42.5-point over/under has a 56.7% chance of going over.

Latest betting odds

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

• Spread: Western Michigan -8.5 (+106) / Central Michigan +8.5 (-111)
• Moneyline: Western Michigan -277, Central Michigan +264
• Total: Over/Under 42.5 (-108/-109)

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 current 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: Western Michigan -8.5 @ 48¢ via Novig
• Moneyline: Western Michigan @ 74¢ via Novig
• Total: Over 42.5 @ -108 via DraftKings

According to our college football best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 42.5 total points.

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 action between Central Michigan and Western Michigan at Kelly/Shorts Stadium is scheduled to begin at 1:30 PM ET.

• Who: Western Michigan vs. Central Michigan
• Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
• Time: 1:30 PM ET/10:30AM PT
• Venue: Kelly/Shorts Stadium

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Conclusion

We predict Western Michigan, with a 73.8% win probability, will likely beat Central Michigan 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.