Western Michigan Broncos vs. Buffalo Bulls Prediction, Oct 19, 2024 College Football Tips, Best Bets and Odds

Game: Western Michigan Broncos vs. Buffalo Bulls

Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024

Location: UB Stadium in Buffalo, NY

TV: ESPN+

Odds/point distribution: Bulls (-1.5)

Total/Over-Under: 49.5

The Western Michigan Broncos (3-3) travel to UB Stadium on Saturday, October 19, 2024, where they will attempt to defeat the Buffalo Bulls (4-2). Western Michigan is a 1.5 point underdog according to oddsmakers. The total was set at 49.5.

The Western Michigan Broncos take the field holding a 3-3 record this year. In their last game, the Broncos took on the Akron Zips and took the win with a score of 34-24. Against the run, the Broncos gained 88 yards on 27 attempts, an average of 3.3 yards per run given up. Western Michigan collected 26 completions on 38 attempts for a total of 413 yards and a 68.4% completion rate. When the final whistle blew, they had 64 plays, giving them 387 yards. The Western Michigan Broncos finished 39 times and rushed for 196 yards, giving them an average of 5.0 yards per carry.

When it comes to getting to the end zone, the Western Michigan Broncos average 28.7 PPG. On offense, they average 184.2 yards, which ranks them 45th in college football. The Broncos have earned 2,203 total yards this year. In terms of touchdown distribution, Western Michigan compiled 9 passing touchdowns and 12 rushing touchdowns. Western Michigan recorded 112 1st downs as a team and was assessed 24 penalties for 214 yards. They turned the football over five times.

The Broncos rank 121st in Division 1 in opponent scoring, conceding 34.7 points per game. They are allowing teams to average 4.4 yards per rush on the ground and 167.8 rushing yards per game this year. This season they have given up 1,007 yards on the ground game in 6 games. In terms of passing yards, the Broncos are giving up 1,637 yards, which ranks them 118th in Division 1. They gave up 272.8 passing yards per game in addition to a 65.3% completion rate. For the season, they are allowing 440.7 yards/game, which ranks them 118th nationally. They have allowed 9 touchdowns via the pass and 15 touchdowns via the ground game.

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The Bulls go into this duel with a season record of 4-2. In their last game, the Bulls won 30:15 against the Toledo Rockets. Buffalo rushed for 4.4 yards per attempt and finished with 230 yards on 52 attempts. The Bulls finished the contest with 357 total yards on 72 plays (5.0 yards per play). The Bulls' pass defense gave up a 61.2% completion rate and allowed 372 yards on 30 of 49 through the air. Buffalo gave up 25 rushing attempts for 46 yards (1.8 yards per rush).

The Buffalo Bulls average 270.8 yards/out, ranking 131st in D-1. The Buffalo offense racked up 335 yards in penalties on 34 infractions, ranking them 92nd in D-1 in terms of team violations. They average 138.8 yards per game on the ground and have rushed for 833 yards this season. They gave up 2 picks while allowing opponents to recover 3 fumbles and earned 87 1st downs. In terms of their ability to score, the Bulls rank 117th in D-1 with an average of 20.0 points per game. Season-to-date, the Bulls currently have 792 passing yards and are averaging 132.0 throwing yards per game, which ranks them 128th in college football.

The Bulls are giving up 22.7 points per game and are ranked 60th nationally. Buffalo has given up 838 total yards on the ground (139.7 yards/game) and 9 touchdowns on the season. In total they gave up 136 total points. They have scored 7 touchdowns via the pass and 235.0 yards per outing, ranking them 93rd in Division 1. The Bulls defense has played in 451 games, which ranks them 125th nationally. They recovered 3 fumbles and 5 interceptions on the campaign.

Who will win the Broncos/Bulls college football game against the spread tonight?

Josh's pick: Take the Broncos +1.5

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