No doubt Dan LeFevour and his Central Michigan mates are going to win this game, but this one will be closer than expected as a couple of factors play into backing Ball State as the double-digit home dog.
For one thing, Ball State gave a very solid Northern Illinois team all they could last week on the road in a 26-20 loss, but cover as the double-digit dog. The Cards have gone 5-2 this season against the spread as the underdog, and I see no reason they won't improve to 6-2 with the points tonight.
Speaking of Northern Illinois, that is who the Chippewas have up next at home, and that could very well decide the MAC West Division crown, so as you can see, the Chipps could be looking ahead just a bit.
This is Central's 4th road game in the last 5 weeks, and I don't care what you say, that has got to take its toll eventually.
Finally, Central Michigan was 0-3-1 against the spread last season as a road favorite, and while they are 2-1 in that role this season, tonight's win will NOT be by the required impost.
Take the points.
10 DIMER - NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS
Deja Vu?
Last November these schools played at Butler, with the Bulldogs winning it 57-53 as the 4-point favorite.
Similar price tonight, but this time the game is being played in Evanston, and Bill Carmoody's Wildcats are a better team this go'round.
Both schools opened their seasons with wins, but I am highly impressed with the 'Cats 77-55 thumping of Northern Illinois. Remember, this is a Northwestern team that did upset both Michigan State, and Purdue last season in conference play!
Early "signature" win acoming for the Wildcats tonight. Take the points!
Karl Garrett 11/18
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