The Central Michigan Chippewas and the San Jose State Spartans open their seasons Friday. Kickoff from CEFCU Stadium in San Jose is at 10:30 p.m. ET (FS1). Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's NCAA football odds around the Central Michigan vs. San Jose State odds and make our expert college football picks and predictions for the best bets.

In 2024, Central Michigan finished 4-8, losing 6 of its final 7 games. It was No. 108 in the nation in scoring, averaging 22.6 points per game, and it allowed 29.7 per game, which was 98th. QB Joey Labas returns as a senior starter after leading the team in passing in 2024 with 1,114 passing yards, 7 touchdowns and 7 picks.

Last season, San Jose State went 7-6, including a 41-39 loss in 5OT to South Florida in the Hawaii Bowl. It averaged 28

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