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Written by Mac Douglass, Senior Editor
Dimers' simulation model projects a 75.1% win probability for New Mexico at University Stadium (NM).
New Mexico will face Central Michigan in Week 1 college football action at University Stadium on Saturday, commencing at 10:00 PM ET.
Dimers' advanced college football model projects New Mexico as the most likely winner in this Central Michigan vs. New Mexico prediction.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks, backed by the same system that has dominated college football and NFL betting markets across multiple seasons.
Central Michigan vs. New Mexico prediction and odds
Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Central Michigan vs. New Mexico, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives New Mexico a 75.1% chance of beating Central Michigan. Our predicted final score has New Mexico winning 27-18.
According to our model, Central Michigan (+11.5) has a 56.5% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 47.5 points has a 52.6% chance of staying under.
Latest betting odds
We have researched the best college football odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
- Spread: Central Michigan +11.5 (-110) / New Mexico -11.5 (-110)
- Moneyline: Central Michigan +375, New Mexico -417
- Total: Over/Under 47.5 (+100/-105)
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Model picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
- Spread: Central Michigan +11.5 @ -110 via BetMGM
- Moneyline: Central Michigan @ +375 via BetMGM
- Total: Under 47.5 @ -105 via BetMGM
According to our best college football bets, the top play to make on this game is Central Michigan +11.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.
Game info & kickoff details
Saturday's college football game between New Mexico and Central Michigan at University Stadium is scheduled to start at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: Central Michigan vs. New Mexico
- Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: University Stadium
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Conclusion
We predict New Mexico, with a 75.1% win probability, will likely beat Central Michigan in Saturday's college football matchup.
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