Eastern Michigan vs Northern Illinois Football Odds

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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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.

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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.

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Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

Eastern Michigan
Favorite

Northern Illinois
Northern Illinois has a -11.5 -110 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. Eastern Michigan has a +11.5 -110 point spread at BetMGM OH. Eastern Michigan is the point spread underdog. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

Best Total Betting Odds
OverUnder
BetMGM has the best over line of 43.5 points. Risk $105 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 43.5 points. Risk $115 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

Eastern Michigan
Favorite

Northern Illinois
Northern Illinois is the -500 moneyline favorite. Risk $500 to win $100 on Northern Illinois at BetMGM. Eastern Michigan is the +375 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $100 to win $375 on Eastern Michigan. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the Eastern Michigan vs Northern Illinois College Football game on Saturday, October 21st, 2023?

Northern Illinois is a -11.5 -110 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Eastern Michigan is a +11.5 -110 point spread underdog at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the Eastern Michigan vs Northern Illinois College Football game on Saturday, October 21st, 2023?

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.

What is the moneyline for the Eastern Michigan vs Northern Illinois College Football game on Saturday, October 21st, 2023?

Northern Illinois is a -500 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Eastern Michigan is a +375 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

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College Football Odds and Outcomes Explained

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Eastern Michigan
Northern Illinois
10/21/23 3:30pm EDT
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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

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College Football Prop Bets
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Eastern Michigan
Northern Illinois
First Team To Score
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+160-210Bet
Eastern Michigan
Northern Illinois
No Touchdown
To Score 1st Touchdown
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Eastern Michigan
Northern Illinois
Game to Overtime
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Eastern Michigan
Northern Illinois
Both Teams Score 10+
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Eastern Michigan
Northern Illinois
Both Teams Score 20+
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Eastern Michigan
Northern Illinois
Both Teams Score 30+
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Recent Meetings Since 2019

Recent Meetings Since 2019
WeekGameResultMargin
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

2023-2024 College Football Regular Season Standings - Eastern Michigan, Northern Illinois
Team Conf Conf% W L PF PA Home Away Strk
Northern Illinois5-30.625763242733-33-3W3
Eastern Michigan4-40.500672543475-11-6L1

Eastern Michigan & Northern Illinois Futures Odds

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Eastern Michigan & Northern Illinois Team Pages

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Team Schedules & Results


2023-24 Eastern Michigan Games & Results
WeekMatchupDate & Result
Week 1Howard vs
Eastern Michigan
EMU 33, HOW 23
Friday, September 1st, 2023
Week 2Eastern Michigan vs
Minnesota
MINN 25, EMU 6
Saturday, September 9th, 2023
Week 3UMass vs
Eastern Michigan
EMU 19, MASS 17
Saturday, September 16th, 2023
Week 4Eastern Michigan vs
Jacksonville State
JVST 21, EMU 0
Saturday, September 23rd, 2023
Week 5Eastern Michigan vs
Central Michigan
CMU 26, EMU 23
Saturday, September 30th, 2023
Week 6Ball State vs
Eastern Michigan
EMU 24, BALL 10
Saturday, October 7th, 2023
Week 7Kent State vs
Eastern Michigan
EMU 28, KENT 14
Saturday, October 14th, 2023
Week 8Eastern Michigan vs
Northern Illinois
NIU 20, EMU 13
Saturday, October 21st, 2023
Week 9Western Michigan vs
Eastern Michigan
WMU 45, EMU 21
Saturday, October 28th, 2023
Week 11Eastern Michigan vs
Toledo
TOL 49, EMU 23
Wednesday, November 8th, 2023
Week 12Akron vs
Eastern Michigan
EMU 30, AKR 27 (2OT)
Tuesday, November 14th, 2023
Week 13Eastern Michigan vs
Buffalo
EMU 24, BUFF 11
Tuesday, November 21st, 2023
BowlsEastern Michigan vs
South Alabama
68 Ventures Bowl
USA 59, EMU 10
Saturday, December 23rd, 2023


2023-24 Northern Illinois Games & Results
WeekMatchupDate & Result
Week 1Northern Illinois vs
Boston College
NIU 27, BC 24 (OT)
Saturday, September 2nd, 2023
Week 2Southern Illinois vs
Northern Illinois
SIU 14, NIU 11
Saturday, September 9th, 2023
Week 3Northern Illinois vs
Nebraska
NEB 35, NIU 11
Saturday, September 16th, 2023
Week 4Tulsa vs
Northern Illinois
TLSA 22, NIU 14
Saturday, September 23rd, 2023
Week 5Northern Illinois vs
Toledo
TOL 35, NIU 33
Saturday, September 30th, 2023
Week 6Northern Illinois vs
Akron
NIU 55, AKR 14
Saturday, October 7th, 2023
Week 7Ohio vs
Northern Illinois
NIU 23, OHIO 13
Saturday, October 14th, 2023
Week 8Eastern Michigan vs
Northern Illinois
NIU 20, EMU 13
Saturday, October 21st, 2023
Week 10Northern Illinois vs
Central Michigan
CMU 37, NIU 31
Tuesday, October 31st, 2023
Week 11Ball State vs
Northern Illinois
BALL 20, NIU 17
Tuesday, November 7th, 2023
Week 12Western Michigan vs
Northern Illinois
NIU 24, WMU 0
Tuesday, November 14th, 2023
Week 13Northern Illinois vs
Kent State
NIU 37, KENT 27
Saturday, November 25th, 2023
BowlsArkansas 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

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

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