The Eagles will play the Huskies on Saturday, October 21st, 2023. The matchup takes place at Huskie Stadium. Watch this exciting Week 8 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
It's now the back half of the 2023 college football season, as we begin looking towards the annual bowl games and college football playoffs. Week 8 action features a matchup between Eastern Michigan and Northern Illinois, kicking off at Huskie Stadium on Saturday, October 21st, 2023. Have a look at the following season performance stats to better handicap this game.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Eastern Michigan has a 98.67 conference power ranking for the 2023 season. The conference power ranking for Northern Illinois is 98.67.
- Away Eastern Michigan - As Week 8 looms, Eastern Michigan currently has a 0-3 record as an away team for the 2023 regular season. This ranks them 3rd in the MAC Conference for away team wins. Remember that a team's overall record and schedule strength will affect whether or not they make a bowl game or the playoffs.
- Home Northern Illinois - Northern Illinois has a 1-2 record as a home team as they approach Week 8. They currently rank 4th in the MAC Conference for home team wins. Continue monitoring their performance to see if they have a shot at a postseason bowl game or playoff berth.
- Points Scored - For the 2023 season, Eastern Michigan ranks 4th (133) in the MAC Conference, with Northern Illinois currently ranking 2nd (174) for points scored in the MAC Conference.
- Points Against - Eastern Michigan stands 6th (136) in the MAC Conference for points scored by opponents in the 2023 college football season. Northern Illinois sits at 4th (157) in the MAC Conference for points against them heading into Week 8 of the 2023 season.
- Team Records - Eastern Michigan has a 4-3 overall record for the 2023 regular season, with Northern Illinois currently 3-4 for the 2023 college football regular season.
Paddy O'Parlay
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Ladies and gents, get ready for a wild ride at Huskie Stadium this Saturday...It's Week 8 and we're entering the second half of the 2023-24 college football season...Eastern Michigan clashes with Northern Illinois in a battle for the ages...SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings show both teams are deadlocked at 98.67...With a 4-3 standing, Eastern Michigan is prepared to bring their A-game...Meanwhile, Northern Illinois sits at 3-4 and is hungry for a win...Place a bet on this college football game at BetMGM, BetWay, or BetRivers and witness the gridiron magic unfold...See this matchup's prop bets below and gear up for some heart-pounding action...Compare each sportsbook's point spread, total, and moneyline to find your perfect wager...Eastern Michigan's offense has been explosive, but can Northern Illinois' defense hold them back?...It's a showdown that will have you on the edge of your seat...Don't miss this thrilling clash between two talented teams...Tune in this Saturday, October 21st, and be prepared for a game that will leave you breathless.
Best Eagles at Huskies Odds
| Underdog Eastern Michigan | Favorite Northern Illinois |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog Eastern Michigan | Favorite Northern Illinois |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
Northern Illinois is a -11 -113 point spread favorite at BetRivers, while Eastern Michigan is a +11.5 -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 -115 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the under.
Northern Illinois is a -500 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Eastern Michigan is a +375 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
College Football Odds Example
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Game |
 BetMGMBet |
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Eastern Michigan
Northern Illinois
10/21/23 3:30pm EDT | +11.5 -110-11.5 -110 |
Underdog Eastern Michigan - Eastern Michigan bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A +11.5 Eastern Michigan underdog bet wins if they lose by 11 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 12 or more.
Favorite Northern Illinois - Northern Illinois bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A -11.5 Northern Illinois favorite bet wins if they win by 12 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 11 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Eastern Michigan at Northern Illinois 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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Eastern Michigan
Northern Illinois
First Team To Score
10/21/23 3:30pm EDT | +160-210Bet |
Eastern Michigan
Northern Illinois
No Touchdown
To Score 1st Touchdown
10/21/23 3:30pm EDT | +170-250+10000Bet |
Eastern Michigan
Northern Illinois
Game to Overtime
10/21/23 3:30pm EDT | Yes +1200No -10000Bet |
Eastern Michigan
Northern Illinois
Both Teams Score 10+
10/21/23 3:30pm EDT | Yes -300No +225Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Eastern Michigan
Northern Illinois
Both Teams Score 20+
10/21/23 3:30pm EDT | Yes +240No -350Bet |
Eastern Michigan
Northern Illinois
Both Teams Score 30+
10/21/23 3:30pm EDT | Yes +1550No -10000Bet |
Recent Meetings Since 2019
| Week | Game | Result | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Week 8 | Eastern Michigan vs Northern Illinois Saturday, October 21st, 2023 | NIU 20, EMU 13 Huskie Stadium | Northern Illinois by 7 |
| 2022 Week 7 | Northern Illinois vs Eastern Michigan Saturday, October 15th, 2022 | NIU 39, EMU 10 Rynearson Stadium | Northern Illinois by 29 |
| 2021 Week 5 | Eastern Michigan vs Northern Illinois Saturday, October 2nd, 2021 | NIU 27, EMU 20 Huskie Stadium | Northern Illinois by 7 |
| 2020 Week 15 | Northern Illinois vs Eastern Michigan Saturday, December 12th, 2020 | EMU 41, NIU 33 Rynearson Stadium | Eastern Michigan by 8 |
| 2019 Week 13 | Eastern Michigan vs Northern Illinois Tuesday, November 19th, 2019 | EMU 45, NIU 17 Huskie Stadium | Eastern Michigan by 28 |
Team Standings
| Team | Conf | Conf% | W | L | PF | PA | Home | Away | Strk |
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| Northern Illinois | 5-3 | 0.625 | 7 | 6 | 324 | 273 | 3-3 | 3-3 | W3 |
| Eastern Michigan | 4-4 | 0.500 | 6 | 7 | 254 | 347 | 5-1 | 1-6 | L1 |
Eastern Michigan & Northern Illinois Futures Odds
Latest NCAA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn the best College Football bets.
Eastern Michigan Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
 BetRivers |
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| Eastern Michigan | +100000 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
BetRivers |
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| Northern Illinois | +100000 Bet |
Team Schedules & Results
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Howard vs Eastern Michigan | EMU 33, HOW 23 Friday, September 1st, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Eastern Michigan vs Minnesota | MINN 25, EMU 6 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | UMass vs Eastern Michigan | EMU 19, MASS 17 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Eastern Michigan vs Jacksonville State | JVST 21, EMU 0 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Eastern Michigan vs Central Michigan | CMU 26, EMU 23 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 6 | Ball State vs Eastern Michigan | EMU 24, BALL 10 Saturday, October 7th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | Kent State vs Eastern Michigan | EMU 28, KENT 14 Saturday, October 14th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | Eastern Michigan vs Northern Illinois | NIU 20, EMU 13 Saturday, October 21st, 2023 |
| Week 9 | Western Michigan vs Eastern Michigan | WMU 45, EMU 21 Saturday, October 28th, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Eastern Michigan vs Toledo | TOL 49, EMU 23 Wednesday, November 8th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Akron vs Eastern Michigan | EMU 30, AKR 27 (2OT) Tuesday, November 14th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Eastern Michigan vs Buffalo | EMU 24, BUFF 11 Tuesday, November 21st, 2023 |
| Bowls | Eastern Michigan vs South Alabama 68 Ventures Bowl | USA 59, EMU 10 Saturday, December 23rd, 2023 |
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Northern Illinois vs Boston College | NIU 27, BC 24 (OT) Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Southern Illinois vs Northern Illinois | SIU 14, NIU 11 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | Northern Illinois vs Nebraska | NEB 35, NIU 11 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Tulsa vs Northern Illinois | TLSA 22, NIU 14 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Northern Illinois vs Toledo | TOL 35, NIU 33 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 6 | Northern Illinois vs Akron | NIU 55, AKR 14 Saturday, October 7th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | Ohio vs Northern Illinois | NIU 23, OHIO 13 Saturday, October 14th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | Eastern Michigan vs Northern Illinois | NIU 20, EMU 13 Saturday, October 21st, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Northern Illinois vs Central Michigan | CMU 37, NIU 31 Tuesday, October 31st, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Ball State vs Northern Illinois | BALL 20, NIU 17 Tuesday, November 7th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Western Michigan vs Northern Illinois | NIU 24, WMU 0 Tuesday, November 14th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Northern Illinois vs Kent State | NIU 37, KENT 27 Saturday, November 25th, 2023 |
| Bowls | Arkansas State vs Northern Illinois Camellia Bowl | NIU 21, ARST 19 Saturday, December 23rd, 2023 |
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Eastern Michigan vs Northern Illinois 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 21st, 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 Eastern Michigan vs Northern Illinois Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's College Football page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Eastern Michigan vs Northern Illinois 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.