Central Michigan vs Kent State Picks and Predictions for Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Central Michigan (6–4, 4–2 MAC) travels to Kent State (4–6, 3–3 MAC) in a late-season Mid-American Conference clash. The Chippewas have won three of the last four, including a 38–19 win over Buffalo. Kent State has won two of its last three and is coming off a 42–35 overtime victory at Akron. Build your bankroll with our college football picks.
Central Michigan vs Kent State Game Information
- Kickoff: 8:00 PM ET, November 19
- Where: Dix Stadium, Kent, OH
- TV: ESPNU
Central Michigan Preview
Quarterback Joe Labas has given Central Michigan solid passing production with 1,313 yards, 10 touchdowns, and four interceptions while completing over 70% of his throws. The Chippewas have 1,629 passing yards and 13 scores as a team, with Labas getting support from Angel Flores. Langston Lewis leads all receivers with 413 yards and three touchdowns, and Tyson Davis and Tommy McIntosh add a combined 506 yards and four scores.
The run game is led by Flores, who has 519 rushing yards and eight touchdowns, and Nahree Biggins and Trey Cornist, who have combined for 797 yards and five scores. Central Michigan has 1,779 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns on the season. Defensively, linebacker Jordan Kwiatkowski paces the unit with 79 tackles and three interceptions, while Michael Heldman leads in quarterback sacks with 7.5. Betting on sports and on Central Michigan is easy, but even easier if you use the best sportsbooks.
Kent State Preview
Kent State’s offense is led by quarterback Dru DeShields, who has thrown for 1,638 yards with 16 touchdowns and only two interceptions. As a team, the Golden Flashes have 1,973 passing yards and 18 scores, spreading the ball around to several targets. Cade Wolford and Dashawn Martin have combined for 813 yards receiving and 10 touchdowns.
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On the ground, Gavin Garcia leads with 419 rushing yards and two touchdowns, and Jordan Nubin adds 220 yards. Defensively, CJ Young leads with 82 tackles and 2.5 sacks, and Jamond Mathis has 6 sacks on the season. The Golden Flashes have been up and down, but have posted 42 points against both UMass and Akron over the last month. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for Kent State with the social sportsbooks.
Central Michigan vs Kent State Prediction
Both teams can throw the ball, but Central Michigan has the stronger running game and a defense that has held recent opponents under 20 points. Kent State’s passing game can challenge the Chippewas, yet its limited rushing numbers make it harder to control the game. With Labas in good form and Flores adding another threat on the ground, Central Michigan will finish more drives and protect a lead on the road. Final Score Prediction: Central Michigan Chippewas win and cover ATS, 31–21. Getting the most out of your bets on Central Michigan vs Kent State can be done by using the Fanatics Sportsbook promo code.
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