US EditionNorthwestern and Central Michigan Are Heading for a Defensive Showdown in GameAbove Sports Bowl
Northwestern and Central Michigan both rank in the top 50 nationally for defense while averaging under 24 points per game, setting the stage for a low-scoring bowl matchup.
- On Friday, Dec. 26, Northwestern Wildcats and Central Michigan Chippewas meet at Ford Field in the GameAbove Sports Bowl, with USA TODAY's panel setting picks and viewing details.
- Built on defense and a run-first approach, both teams mirror each other on film, with Northwestern Wildcats ranked 34th defensively, coach David Braun said it looked like 'looking in the mirror.'
- Michael Heldman figures to be central to Central Michigan's upset hopes and must produce against Northwestern, while Robert Fitzgerald led the Big Ten with 68 solo tackles and six tackles for loss.
- Bookmakers show Northwestern's moneyline at-470 and Central Michigan at +360 with an over/under of 44.5, while USA TODAY analysts say `20 points could be more than enough`.
- Caleb Tiernan will play in front of nearby fans at Ford Field, spotlighting the All-Big Ten second-team offensive tackle and Central Michigan quarterback Joe Labas's 1,676 passing yards.
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