Odds, players to watch, storylines, series history, and more as Toledo football faces Eastern Michigan
Toledo will be hosted by Eastern Michigan, with a chance to bounce back from a loss last week on Saturday, October 17, at 3:30 PM at Rynearson Stadium. Check out our preview with odds, players to watch, storylines, and more!
Odds
Toledo is a 5.5-point favorite over Eastern Michigan, according to FanDuel Sportsbook, with the over/under placed at 53.5 points.
The Rockets fell short to Buffalo, 23-8, last week but can move to 5-2 and 2-1 in MAC play with a victory at Eastern Michigan.
ESPN gives Toledo a 75.5% chance to win, but the Eagles are 3-0 in the MAC and should provide a very difficult challenge.
Players to Watch
Toledo is fueled by quarterback John Alan Richter, wide receiver Adjatay Dabbs (team-best 402 receiving yards, four touchdowns), running back Connor Walendzak, safety Armorion Smith (team-high 51 tackles, four pass deflections), and linebacker Isaac Zay.
Eastern Michigan is led by Michigan State transfer quarterback Noah Kim, running back Amareon Blue, and wide receiver Harold Mack.
Storylines
The Rockets are trying to rebound from a shocking loss to Buffalo and hand Eastern Michigan their first loss in the MAC this year.
Eastern Michigan is 3-0 in MAC play for the first time since 1995, but Toledo is favored to come away with a crucial road victory.
The winner will emerge as a MAC championship contender, while the loser will have some ground to make up going forward.
Series History
Toledo and Eastern Michigan first met in 1923 and have squared off nearly every year for the last five decades, with the Rockets holding a 39-13 all-time record against the Eagles.
The last two matchups at Eastern Michigan have come down to the wire, as Toledo escaped with a 27-24 win in 2022 and a 29-28 triumph in 2024. In the last 20 meetings, the Rockets own a 17-3 record.
Game Information
- Date: Saturday, October 17
- Time: 3:30 PM ET
- Location: Rynearson Stadium in Ypsilanti
- TV: ESPN+
