The Zips will play the Chippewas on Saturday, October 14th, 2023. The matchup takes place at Kelly/Shorts Stadium. Watch this exciting Week 7 matchup at 3:30 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on ESPN+.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Paddy O'Parlay
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Recent Meetings
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Schedules & Results
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
We're now well into the 2023 college football season. Week 7 action features a matchup between Akron and Central Michigan taking place at Kelly/Shorts Stadium. The following are some key season stats to help you size up this game.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Akron has a 96.67 conference power ranking for the 2023 season. The conference power ranking for Central Michigan is 98.00.
- Away Akron - Heading into Week 7, Akron currently has a 0-3 record as an away team for the 2023 regular season. This ranks them 4th in the MAC Conference for away team wins. Watch this stat carefully as the season progresses.
- Home Central Michigan - Central Michigan has a 2-0 record as a home team. Looking ahead to this 2023 Week 7 matchup, they rank 3rd in the MAC Conference for home team wins. Like the Akron away record and ranking, you should continually keep tabs on this stat.
- Points Scored - For the 2023 season, Akron ranks 5th (99) in the MAC Conference, with Central Michigan currently ranking 4th (142) for points scored in the MAC Conference.
- Points Against - Also in 2023, Akron stands 3rd (177) in the MAC Conference for points scored by opponents in 2023. Central Michigan sits at 2nd (204) in the MAC Conference for points against in the 2023 season so far.
- Team Records - Akron has a 1-5 overall record for the 2023 regular season, with Central Michigan currently 3-3 for the 2023 NCAAF regular season.
Paddy O'Parlay
The "Sports Network" talking heads have nothing on my Irish arse!
Get ready for a wild showdown between Akron and Central Michigan on October 14th... The game will be held at the electric Kelly/Shorts Stadium, where fans will be on the edge of their seats... According to SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings, Central Michigan holds a slight advantage with a 98.00 rating, while Akron trails closely behind at 96.67... With a 1-5 record, Akron needs a big win to turn their season around... On the other hand, Central Michigan sits at 3-3, looking to maintain their momentum... Bet this game at BetWay, BetRivers, or BetMGM for a chance to cash in... Be sure to review this game's prop bets for additional excitement... Compare the odds below and pick your favorite to come out victorious in this clash on the gridiron...
Best Zips at Chippewas Odds
| Underdog Akron | Favorite Central Michigan |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog Akron | Favorite Central Michigan |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
Central Michigan is a -10 -110 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Akron is a +10 -110 point spread underdog at BetMGM.
The best over line is 43.5 -105 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 43.5 -113 points at BetRivers, and that means you risk $113 to win $100 betting the under.
Central Michigan is a -375 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Akron is a +295 moneyline underdog at BetRivers.
College Football Odds Example
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Game |
 BetMGMBet |
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Akron
Central Michigan
10/14/23 3:30pm EDT | +10 -110-10 -110 |
Underdog Akron - Akron bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A +10 Akron underdog bet wins if they lose by 9 or fewer, tie, or win outright. The bet pushes if they lose by 10. Your bet loses if they lose by 11 or more.
Favorite Central Michigan - Central Michigan bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A -10 Central Michigan favorite bet wins if they win by 11 or more. The bet pushes if they win by 10. Your bet loses if they win by 9 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Akron at Central Michigan Prop Bets
Important Note: Some states expressly forbid individual college athlete prop bets. The following wagers may not be available depending on your particular state laws.
| BetMGM Bet |
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Akron
Central Michigan
First Team To Score
10/14/23 3:30pm EDT | +155-200Bet |
Akron
Central Michigan
No Touchdown
To Score 1st Touchdown
10/14/23 3:30pm EDT | +165-250+10000Bet |
Akron
Central Michigan
Game to Overtime
10/14/23 3:30pm EDT | Yes +1100No -10000Bet |
Akron
Central Michigan
Both Teams Score 10+
10/14/23 3:30pm EDT | Yes -350No +260Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Akron
Central Michigan
Both Teams Score 20+
10/14/23 3:30pm EDT | Yes +220No -300Bet |
Akron
Central Michigan
Both Teams Score 30+
10/14/23 3:30pm EDT | Yes +1400No -10000Bet |
Recent Meetings Since 2019
| Week | Game | Result | Margin |
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| 2023 Week 7 | Akron vs Central Michigan Saturday, October 14th, 2023 | CMU 17, AKR 10 Kelly/Shorts Stadium | Central Michigan by 7 |
| 2022 Week 7 | Central Michigan vs Akron Saturday, October 15th, 2022 | CMU 28, AKR 21 InfoCision Stadium | Central Michigan by 7 |
| 2019 Week 3 | Akron vs Central Michigan Saturday, September 14th, 2019 | CMU 45, AKR 24 Kelly/Shorts Stadium | Central Michigan by 21 |
Team Standings
| Team | Conf | Conf% | W | L | PF | PA | Home | Away | Strk |
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| MAC East | |||||||||
| Akron | 1-7 | 0.125 | 2 | 10 | 195 | 336 | 2-3 | 0-7 | L3 |
| MAC West | |||||||||
| Central Michigan | 3-5 | 0.375 | 5 | 7 | 278 | 373 | 4-1 | 1-6 | L3 |
Akron & Central Michigan Futures Odds
Latest NCAA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn the best College Football bets.
Akron Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
 BetRivers |
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| Akron | +100000 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
BetRivers |
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| Central Michigan | +100000 Bet |
Team Schedules & Results
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Akron vs Temple | TEM 24, AKR 21 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Morgan State vs Akron | AKR 24, MORG 21 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | Akron vs Kentucky | UK 35, AKR 3 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Akron vs Indiana | IU 29, AKR 27 (4OT) Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Buffalo vs Akron | BUFF 13, AKR 10 (OT) Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 6 | Northern Illinois vs Akron | NIU 55, AKR 14 Saturday, October 7th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | Akron vs Central Michigan | CMU 17, AKR 10 Saturday, October 14th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | Akron vs Bowling Green | BGSU 41, AKR 14 Saturday, October 21st, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Kent State vs Akron | AKR 31, KENT 27 Wednesday, November 1st, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Akron vs Miami (OH) | M-OH 19, AKR 0 Wednesday, November 8th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Akron vs Eastern Michigan | EMU 30, AKR 27 (2OT) Tuesday, November 14th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Ohio vs Akron | OHIO 25, AKR 14 Friday, November 24th, 2023 |
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Central Michigan vs Michigan State | MSU 31, CMU 7 Friday, September 1st, 2023 |
| Week 2 | New Hampshire vs Central Michigan | CMU 45, UNH 42 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | Central Michigan vs Notre Dame | ND 41, CMU 17 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Central Michigan vs South Alabama | CMU 34, USA 30 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Eastern Michigan vs Central Michigan | CMU 26, EMU 23 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 6 | Central Michigan vs Buffalo | BUFF 37, CMU 13 Saturday, October 7th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | Akron vs Central Michigan | CMU 17, AKR 10 Saturday, October 14th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | Central Michigan vs Ball State | BALL 24, CMU 17 Saturday, October 21st, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Northern Illinois vs Central Michigan | CMU 37, NIU 31 Tuesday, October 31st, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Central Michigan vs Western Michigan | WMU 38, CMU 28 Tuesday, November 7th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Central Michigan vs Ohio | OHIO 34, CMU 20 Wednesday, November 15th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Toledo vs Central Michigan | TOL 32, CMU 17 Friday, November 24th, 2023 |
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Akron vs Central Michigan College Football Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, October 14th, 2023 at 3:30 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the Akron vs Central Michigan Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's College Football page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Akron vs Central Michigan Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.