Central Michigan -4 vs Youngstown State, and the line keeps climbing.
GODDS Analysis
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The market
- Favorite: Central Michigan Chippewas -4 (moneyline -150)
- Market probability (margin removed): Central Michigan Chippewas 58%, Youngstown St Penguins 42%
- Line since opening: Central Michigan Chippewas -2.5 → -4 · Total 152 → 152
Best prices when this analysis was written
Moneyline
- Central Michigan Chippewas -150 at BovadaBet at Bovada →
- Youngstown St Penguins +130 at BovadaBet at Bovada →
Spread
- Central Michigan Chippewas -4 (-115) at BetOnline.agBet at BetOnline.ag →
- Youngstown St Penguins +4 (-105) at BetOnline.agBet at BetOnline.ag →
Total 152
- Over -110 at BetOnline.agBet at BetOnline.ag →
- Under -110 at BetOnline.agBet at BetOnline.ag →
Central Michigan hosts Youngstown State on Tuesday, and the market has already made its call. The Chippewas are -4 at BetOnline.ag and BetUS, with a moneyline of -150 at Bovada. The market probability, margin removed, sits at Central Michigan 58%, Youngstown State 42%. That's a lean, not a lock.
The case for Central Michigan starts with scoring. The Chippewas are putting up 88.0 points per game and allowing just 64.0, a 24-point margin that jumps off the page. They're on a 2-game win streak and shooting 49.2% from the field as a team. That kind of efficiency on both ends explains why the line has moved.
Youngstown State's argument is simpler: the number might be too high. The Penguins are scoring 72.0 per game but allowing 80.0, and they've dropped one straight. Their 38.3% field goal percentage is the concern. But they're 1-1 with a win under their belt, and the spread has already climbed from -2.5 to -4. The value crowd will tell you the points are live.
The line movement tells the story. Central Michigan opened -2.5 and is now -4 across the board. The total has stayed put at 152, with no significant movement. Best prices: Central Michigan -4 (-115) at BetOnline.ag, Youngstown State +4 (-105) at BetOnline.ag, moneyline -150 at Bovada for the Chippewas and +130 for the Penguins. Over and under 152 are both -110 at BetOnline.ag.
GODDS has no pick on this game. No side reaches 70% in our model. If you're playing it, the best number is out there. Go get it.

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Youngstown St Penguins vs Central Michigan Chippewas: FAQ
Who is favored in Youngstown St Penguins vs Central Michigan Chippewas?+
Central Michigan Chippewas: -4 on the spread and -150 on the moneyline when this analysis was written. The books' prices, margin removed, give them 58%.
What are the best odds for Youngstown St Penguins vs Central Michigan Chippewas?+
When this analysis was written: Central Michigan Chippewas -150 at Bovada and Youngstown St Penguins +130 at Bovada on the moneyline; Central Michigan Chippewas -4 (-115) at BetOnline.ag and Youngstown St Penguins +4 (-105) at BetOnline.ag on the spread; Over -110 at BetOnline.ag and Under -110 at BetOnline.ag on the total of 152. GODDS compares lines across 8 offshore sportsbooks.
How has the line moved?+
The spread opened Central Michigan Chippewas -2.5 and was -4 when this analysis was written; the total opened 152 and was 152.
Does GODDS have a pick for Youngstown St Penguins vs Central Michigan Chippewas?+
No. GODDS publishes a pick only when its model gives a side a 70% chance or more. This game doesn't clear that bar, so GODDS shows the odds and the analysis without a pick.

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