ESPN Bet · as of July 8, 2026
Pittsburgh defeated Central Michigan 45–17 in a dominant performance. Pittsburgh covered by 6.5; Game went Over by 13.5. The market closed at Pittsburgh -21.5 and the Blue Chip model made it Pittsburgh -22.1. The two were within a point of each other, so there was no meaningful edge in this line.
Central Michigan used a rotation of Joe Labas, Jadyn Glasser, and Angel Flores, who combined for 20 of 27 passing for 177 yards but failed to generate explosive plays, limiting the offense's ability to keep pace with Pittsburgh.
The Chippewas held the ball for nearly 36 minutes, using a slow, methodical approach to control the clock and stay within striking distance despite being outgained by over 200 yards.
Jordan Kwiatkowski's interception late in the first half allowed Central Michigan to pull within 24-10, showcasing the defense's ability to create turnovers and keep the team competitive.
The Chippewas converted a pair of fourth downs on a long drive that ended with a touchdown, demonstrating their willingness to take risks and sustain drives against a Power Five opponent.
Central Michigan faces a significant challenge next week traveling to face No. 15 Michigan, requiring improved offensive efficiency and defensive consistency to compete against a top-tier opponent.
At kickoff, conditions at Acrisure Stadium were Overcast, 63°F with winds of 6 mph. Weather is not expected to be a meaningful factor in this game. Historical weather data for this game is preserved in the panel alongside. Weather data is sourced from WeatherAPI.com.
Overcast
63°F
| Measure | Central MichiganAway | PittsburghHome |
|---|---|---|
| This week | 326 miles | 0 miles |
| Last week | 3,970 miles | Home game |
| Season total | 4,297 miles | 0 miles |
| Body clock | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Rest | 7 days | 7 days |
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