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Central Michigan Defeats Eastern Michigan 31-23 - Recap

Central Michigan got a 196-yard performance from Lew Nichols III as a key part of its 31-23 victory over the Eagles on Friday at Rynearson Stadium.

Central Michigan was the ATS victor, as they covered the -6.0-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 58.0 were rewarded at the payout window.

Lew Nichols III rushed for 196 yards, while Kobe Lewis added 106 yards in the win. Dallas Dixon and JaCorey Sullivan added 83 and 46 receiving yards respectively.

Preston Hutchinson rushed for 57 yards for Eastern Michigan, while Trey Bess III added 16 yards. Preston Hutchinson threw for 365 yards for the Eagles, while receivers Hassan Beydoun and Tanner Knue had 100 and 91 yards respectively.

Eastern Michigan was outgained by Central Michigan 553-439 yards in Friday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 28-22 by the Chippewas.

Central Michigan led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 33:16-26:44 split in that important category.

Central Michigan heads into a 14 battle against Ball State. Eastern Michigan, meanwhile, will have their next action against Western Michigan.