UPCOMING FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
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SCHEDULE: SATURDAY, NOV. 2
# Buffalo at Akron -- Noon (CBSSN)
Peden Stadium -- Akron, OH
# Toledo at Eastern Michigan -- Noon (ESPNU)
Rynearson Stadium -- Ypsilanti, MI
SCHEDULE: TUESDAY, NOV. 5
# Bowling Green at Central Michigan -- 7:30 p.m. (ESPN2)
Kelly/Shorts Stadium -- Mount Pleasant, MI
# Miami at Ball State -- 8 p.m. -- (ESPN)
Scheumann Stadium -- Muncie, IN
SCHEDULE: WEDNESDAY, NOV. 6
Ohio at Kent State -- 7 p.m. (ESPNU)
Dix Stadium -- Kent, OH
Northern Illinois at Western Michigan -- 7 p.m. (ESPN2)
Waldo Stadium -- Kalamazoo, MI
SCHEDULE: SATURDAY, NOV. 2
# Buffalo at Akron -- Noon (CBSSN)
Peden Stadium -- Akron, OH
# Toledo at Eastern Michigan -- Noon (ESPNU)
Rynearson Stadium -- Ypsilanti, MI
SCHEDULE: TUESDAY, NOV. 5
# Bowling Green at Central Michigan -- 7:30 p.m. (ESPN2)
Kelly/Shorts Stadium -- Mount Pleasant, MI
# Miami at Ball State -- 8 p.m. -- (ESPN)
Scheumann Stadium -- Muncie, IN
SCHEDULE: WEDNESDAY, NOV. 6
Ohio at Kent State -- 7 p.m. (ESPNU)
Dix Stadium -- Kent, OH
Northern Illinois at Western Michigan -- 7 p.m. (ESPN2)
Waldo Stadium -- Kalamazoo, MI
Buffalo at Akron -- Noon (CBSSN)
Peden Stadium -- Akron, OH
Aside from a 48-41 shootout loss against Western Michigan Oct. 19, Buffalo's offense sputtered during October. The Bulls averaged 16.5 ppg in losses to Toledo (30-15) and Ohio (47-16). The Bulls, however, will be facing Akron this week, and the Zips have surrendered an average of 33.8 ppg in 2024.
A win would break a two-game losing streak for UB. Akron, meanwhile, is coming off a victory over Eastern Michigan. That broke a four-game losing streak.
The Bulls have won six straight games against Akron. This is the second straight season Buffalo and Akron will meet at InfoCision Stadium.
The Bulls defeated the Zips, 13-10, in overtime on Sept. 30, 2023. This is the second straight season Buffalo and Akron will meet at InfoCision Stadium. The Bulls defeated the Zips, 13-10, in overtime on Sept. 30, 2023.
BUFFALO BULLS (4-4, 2-2 MAC)
The Bulls are coming off a 47-16 loss at Ohio. Buffalo held a brief 7-3 lead, but Ohio moved in front for a 21-10 halftime advantage.
Victor Snow's 21-yard reception was Buffalo's only score of the second half. However, the Bobcats added 23 points after intermission.
>> C.J. Ogbonna completed 24-of-39 passes, good for 257 yards with one TD and one pick.
>> Snow and JJ Jenkinds combined for nine catches, 132 yards and a touchdown.
>> The Bulls totaled 126 yards on the ground, averaging 3.8 per carry. Al-Jay Jenderson led the way with 14 carries for 81 yards (5.8 ypc).
>> Buffalo's defense yielded 258 yards rushing.
AKRON ZIPS (2-6, 1-3 MAC)
The Zips rolled out to an 18-0 halftime lead but needed a late touchdown to nip Eastern Michigan last week.
Three straight EMU scores put the Eagles up 21-18 midway through the fourth stanza. However, Ben Finley hit Adrian Norton on a 21-yard scoring strike with 3:59 for the game-winner.
>> Finley completed 12-of-22 passes totaling 121 yards with one TD and one INT. Tahj Bullock connected onf 2-of-3 for another 36 yards.
>> Bobby Golden led UA receivers with four catches for 61 yards.
>> The Zips run game churned out 220 yards. Jordon Simmons led the way with 16 carries totaling 109 yards. Bullock scored two TDs while logging seven carries for 21 yards.
>> Akron's defense gave up 354 yards and two TDs through the air as Cole Snyder completed 29-of-48 pass attempts for EMU.
Peden Stadium -- Akron, OH
Aside from a 48-41 shootout loss against Western Michigan Oct. 19, Buffalo's offense sputtered during October. The Bulls averaged 16.5 ppg in losses to Toledo (30-15) and Ohio (47-16). The Bulls, however, will be facing Akron this week, and the Zips have surrendered an average of 33.8 ppg in 2024.
A win would break a two-game losing streak for UB. Akron, meanwhile, is coming off a victory over Eastern Michigan. That broke a four-game losing streak.
The Bulls have won six straight games against Akron. This is the second straight season Buffalo and Akron will meet at InfoCision Stadium.
The Bulls defeated the Zips, 13-10, in overtime on Sept. 30, 2023. This is the second straight season Buffalo and Akron will meet at InfoCision Stadium. The Bulls defeated the Zips, 13-10, in overtime on Sept. 30, 2023.
BUFFALO BULLS (4-4, 2-2 MAC)
The Bulls are coming off a 47-16 loss at Ohio. Buffalo held a brief 7-3 lead, but Ohio moved in front for a 21-10 halftime advantage.
Victor Snow's 21-yard reception was Buffalo's only score of the second half. However, the Bobcats added 23 points after intermission.
>> C.J. Ogbonna completed 24-of-39 passes, good for 257 yards with one TD and one pick.
>> Snow and JJ Jenkinds combined for nine catches, 132 yards and a touchdown.
>> The Bulls totaled 126 yards on the ground, averaging 3.8 per carry. Al-Jay Jenderson led the way with 14 carries for 81 yards (5.8 ypc).
>> Buffalo's defense yielded 258 yards rushing.
AKRON ZIPS (2-6, 1-3 MAC)
The Zips rolled out to an 18-0 halftime lead but needed a late touchdown to nip Eastern Michigan last week.
Three straight EMU scores put the Eagles up 21-18 midway through the fourth stanza. However, Ben Finley hit Adrian Norton on a 21-yard scoring strike with 3:59 for the game-winner.
>> Finley completed 12-of-22 passes totaling 121 yards with one TD and one INT. Tahj Bullock connected onf 2-of-3 for another 36 yards.
>> Bobby Golden led UA receivers with four catches for 61 yards.
>> The Zips run game churned out 220 yards. Jordon Simmons led the way with 16 carries totaling 109 yards. Bullock scored two TDs while logging seven carries for 21 yards.
>> Akron's defense gave up 354 yards and two TDs through the air as Cole Snyder completed 29-of-48 pass attempts for EMU.
Toledo at Eastern Michigan -- Noon (ESPNU)
Rynearson Stadium -- Ypsilanti, MI
After last week's home loss to arch-rival Bowling Green, the Toledo Rockets now have two MAC losses. A preseason favorite to again reach the MAC Championship game, Toledo can ill afford another setback. They'll be facing an EMU team that also lost last week . . . and likewise has two losses.
Toledo leads the series with EMU, 38-13. The Rockets are 21-3 in the last 24 meetings with the Eagles, including a 49-23 win at Toledo last year. Toledo has won seven of the last eight meetings in Ypsilanti, with the most recent loss coming in 2018.
TOLEDO ROCKETS (5-3, 2-2 MAC)
>> The Rockets never led last week against BGSU but pulled within two on a Tucker Gleason-to-Jerjuan Newton 64-yard scoring strike at 8:42 of the third period. A two-point try failed, leaving the visiting Falcons up 28-26.
>> Bowling Green scored the game's final 13 points on two field goals and a TD.
>> Toledo committed the game's only two turnovers. One of them resulted in a 64-yard interception return for a score.
>> Tucker Gleason returned to the lineup and completed 30-of-45 passes totaling 320 yards, 2 TDs and 2 INTs.
>> Newton and Junior Vandeross III led Toledo receivers with a combined 20 catches for 270 yards and two scores.
>> Maxen Hook and Daniel Bolden each registered 10 tackles for the UT defense.
>> Kicker Tylan Cunanan hit two field goals with a long of 54.
EASTERN MICHIGAN (5-3, 2-2 MAC)
>> The Eagles trailed 18-0 at Akron last week, but scored 21-straight points to take a three-point lead midway through the final quarter. Akron's Ben Finley threw a 21-yard touchdown pass with 3:59 left for the decisive score.
>> EMU lost despite out-gaining Akron 475-377 overall.
>> Eagles QB Cole Snyder completed 29-of-48 pass attempts, good for 354 yards with two TDs. Snyder leads the MAC in passing yards (2,168), passing yards per game (240.9), completions (195) and attempts (319). He is also tied for least interceptions (2) on the season.
>> Terry Lockett Jr. (3 catches, 98 yards) and Oran Singleton (10 catches, 97 yards) led EMU receivers. Jere Getzinger caught two balls- both for TDs.
>> Delbert Mimms III logged 22 rushes for 58 yards and a score.
>> Avery Book averaged 47.8 yards per boot (on of 52) on four punts.
Rynearson Stadium -- Ypsilanti, MI
After last week's home loss to arch-rival Bowling Green, the Toledo Rockets now have two MAC losses. A preseason favorite to again reach the MAC Championship game, Toledo can ill afford another setback. They'll be facing an EMU team that also lost last week . . . and likewise has two losses.
Toledo leads the series with EMU, 38-13. The Rockets are 21-3 in the last 24 meetings with the Eagles, including a 49-23 win at Toledo last year. Toledo has won seven of the last eight meetings in Ypsilanti, with the most recent loss coming in 2018.
TOLEDO ROCKETS (5-3, 2-2 MAC)
>> The Rockets never led last week against BGSU but pulled within two on a Tucker Gleason-to-Jerjuan Newton 64-yard scoring strike at 8:42 of the third period. A two-point try failed, leaving the visiting Falcons up 28-26.
>> Bowling Green scored the game's final 13 points on two field goals and a TD.
>> Toledo committed the game's only two turnovers. One of them resulted in a 64-yard interception return for a score.
>> Tucker Gleason returned to the lineup and completed 30-of-45 passes totaling 320 yards, 2 TDs and 2 INTs.
>> Newton and Junior Vandeross III led Toledo receivers with a combined 20 catches for 270 yards and two scores.
>> Maxen Hook and Daniel Bolden each registered 10 tackles for the UT defense.
>> Kicker Tylan Cunanan hit two field goals with a long of 54.
EASTERN MICHIGAN (5-3, 2-2 MAC)
>> The Eagles trailed 18-0 at Akron last week, but scored 21-straight points to take a three-point lead midway through the final quarter. Akron's Ben Finley threw a 21-yard touchdown pass with 3:59 left for the decisive score.
>> EMU lost despite out-gaining Akron 475-377 overall.
>> Eagles QB Cole Snyder completed 29-of-48 pass attempts, good for 354 yards with two TDs. Snyder leads the MAC in passing yards (2,168), passing yards per game (240.9), completions (195) and attempts (319). He is also tied for least interceptions (2) on the season.
>> Terry Lockett Jr. (3 catches, 98 yards) and Oran Singleton (10 catches, 97 yards) led EMU receivers. Jere Getzinger caught two balls- both for TDs.
>> Delbert Mimms III logged 22 rushes for 58 yards and a score.
>> Avery Book averaged 47.8 yards per boot (on of 52) on four punts.
Bowling Green at Central Michigan -- 7:30 p.m. (ESPN2)
Kelly/Shorts Stadium -- Mount Pleasant, MI
Bowling Green has won two straight, and its latest win has the Falcons tied with Miami and Ohio for second place in the Mid-American Conference standings. BGSU does not face Ohio this year, but finishes the regular season at home against MU.
Central Michigan, meanwhile, has lost three straight and is facing a gauntlet of strong teams down the stretch. Getting to six wins (and bowl eligibility) is beginning to look even more uncertain.
BOWLING GREEN (4-4, 3-1 MAC)
The Falcons have won two straight and three of their last four. The only loss in that stretch was a 17-7 setback against Northern Illinois. BGSU bounced back with two wins, including a 41-26 road triumph over arch-rival Toledo last week.
>> Although UT held a 422-402 advantage in total offense, Bowling Green forced two turnovers. Both were interceptions by Jordan Oladokun, who helped the Falcon cause further with 61 return yards and a TD.
>> Toledo trailed 28-20 at intermission but scored on a 64-yard pass play midway through the third quarter. The two-point try failed, leaving BGSU in front 28-26. The Falcons finished their rival off with 13 unanswered points down the stretch.
>> Connor Bazelak completed 17-of-27 passes, good for 171 yards and two scores.
>> Harold Fannin Jr. led receivers with six catches for 74 yards and a TD.
>> Bowling Green rushed for 215 yards and two TDs. Terion Stewart led the way with 21 carries, 99 yards and a score.
>> Zach Long was successful on both field goal attempts, including a long of 47.
>> Joseph Sipp led Falcon defenders with 11 tackles (10 solo) and two TFL.
CENTRAL MICHIGAN (3-5, 1-3 MAC)
The Chippewas have lost three straight. The first two were by a total of seven points. The third was decisive, with CMU absorbing a 46-7 loss at Miami.
>> No small part of the problem is injuries. With Joe Labas out, the Chippewas have turned to Tyler Jefferson. He completed 7-of-17 for 62 passing yards against Miami. Normally, CMU could count on a robust running game for more. However, the stingy RedHawks defense limited Central Michigan to 106 rushing yards with one TD.
>> Central Michigan registered just 168 yards of total offense against Miami. Much of that came on the Chippewas first drive, which covered 15 plays and covered 75 yards. The finishing touchdown was CMU's only score of the day.
>> Miami managed a total of 518 yards and season-high 46 points.
>> Senior RB Marion Lukes (5-9, 210) ws held to 25 yards on 15 carries (1.7 ypc). He had at least 110 yards rushing in each of the previous two games and is averaging 4.9 ypc on the year.
>> Jefferson, a freshman QB had eight carries for 37 yards to lead CMU rushing against Miami.
>> The Chippewas receiving corps is one of the hard-hit areas with injuries.
Kelly/Shorts Stadium -- Mount Pleasant, MI
Bowling Green has won two straight, and its latest win has the Falcons tied with Miami and Ohio for second place in the Mid-American Conference standings. BGSU does not face Ohio this year, but finishes the regular season at home against MU.
Central Michigan, meanwhile, has lost three straight and is facing a gauntlet of strong teams down the stretch. Getting to six wins (and bowl eligibility) is beginning to look even more uncertain.
BOWLING GREEN (4-4, 3-1 MAC)
The Falcons have won two straight and three of their last four. The only loss in that stretch was a 17-7 setback against Northern Illinois. BGSU bounced back with two wins, including a 41-26 road triumph over arch-rival Toledo last week.
>> Although UT held a 422-402 advantage in total offense, Bowling Green forced two turnovers. Both were interceptions by Jordan Oladokun, who helped the Falcon cause further with 61 return yards and a TD.
>> Toledo trailed 28-20 at intermission but scored on a 64-yard pass play midway through the third quarter. The two-point try failed, leaving BGSU in front 28-26. The Falcons finished their rival off with 13 unanswered points down the stretch.
>> Connor Bazelak completed 17-of-27 passes, good for 171 yards and two scores.
>> Harold Fannin Jr. led receivers with six catches for 74 yards and a TD.
>> Bowling Green rushed for 215 yards and two TDs. Terion Stewart led the way with 21 carries, 99 yards and a score.
>> Zach Long was successful on both field goal attempts, including a long of 47.
>> Joseph Sipp led Falcon defenders with 11 tackles (10 solo) and two TFL.
CENTRAL MICHIGAN (3-5, 1-3 MAC)
The Chippewas have lost three straight. The first two were by a total of seven points. The third was decisive, with CMU absorbing a 46-7 loss at Miami.
>> No small part of the problem is injuries. With Joe Labas out, the Chippewas have turned to Tyler Jefferson. He completed 7-of-17 for 62 passing yards against Miami. Normally, CMU could count on a robust running game for more. However, the stingy RedHawks defense limited Central Michigan to 106 rushing yards with one TD.
>> Central Michigan registered just 168 yards of total offense against Miami. Much of that came on the Chippewas first drive, which covered 15 plays and covered 75 yards. The finishing touchdown was CMU's only score of the day.
>> Miami managed a total of 518 yards and season-high 46 points.
>> Senior RB Marion Lukes (5-9, 210) ws held to 25 yards on 15 carries (1.7 ypc). He had at least 110 yards rushing in each of the previous two games and is averaging 4.9 ypc on the year.
>> Jefferson, a freshman QB had eight carries for 37 yards to lead CMU rushing against Miami.
>> The Chippewas receiving corps is one of the hard-hit areas with injuries.
Miami at Ball State -- 8 p.m. (ESPN)
Scheumann Stadium -- Muncie IN
By MIKE SMITH
Aside from MAC-undefeated Western Michigan, Miami has become one of the hotter teams in the MAC. Winners of three straight, the RedHawks have made themselves relevant again in the battle for a MAC title game berth.
For now, each of those three wins were huge. They helped MU regain control of its own destiny. If, however, MU loses Tuesday, the value of those three victories drops to ... well, A LOT less. Why? Because even one more MAC loss for Miami could knock the RedHawks out of contention.
While the defending MAC champs may be gaining some notice, their opponent on Tuesday has been flying under the radar while proving to be a very tough out.
Ball State's two MAC losses were . . . CONTINUE READING
Scheumann Stadium -- Muncie IN
By MIKE SMITH
Aside from MAC-undefeated Western Michigan, Miami has become one of the hotter teams in the MAC. Winners of three straight, the RedHawks have made themselves relevant again in the battle for a MAC title game berth.
For now, each of those three wins were huge. They helped MU regain control of its own destiny. If, however, MU loses Tuesday, the value of those three victories drops to ... well, A LOT less. Why? Because even one more MAC loss for Miami could knock the RedHawks out of contention.
While the defending MAC champs may be gaining some notice, their opponent on Tuesday has been flying under the radar while proving to be a very tough out.
Ball State's two MAC losses were . . . CONTINUE READING
Ohio at Kent State -- 7 p.m. (ESPNU)
Dix Stadium -- Kent, OH
The Bobcats will be heavy favorites Wednesday when they visit winless Kent State.
Ohio has won three of its last four, bouncing back from a loss to Miami two weeks ago to hammer Buffalo last week. At 3-1 MAC, the Bobcats are still in the hunt for a title game berth, but they must keep winning. Eastern Michigan and Toledo are part of Ohio's remaining schedule.
Kent State, meanwhile, is looking for any win, as its last victory was back on Sept. 16 2023 against Central Connecticut. A significant part of the problem this year has been defense, and KSU has surrendered an AVERAGE of 42 ppg in four MAC outings. Ohio scored 47 in its last game.
OHIO (5-3, 3-1 MAC)
>> The Bobcats are coming off a 47-16 victory over Bowling Green. Ricky Hunt Jr. (46.yard run) and Coleman Owen (65-yard reception) were two of the big plays as Ohio built up a 24-10 halftime lead.
The 'Cats defense limited UB to one second half TD, while Ohio added another 23 second half points for the final margin.
>> Parker Navarro completed 14-of-19 passes, good for 231 yards with two TDs and one pick.
>> Coleman Owen had a big day among receivers, hauling in six catches totaling 146 yards with two touchdowns.
>> Hunt Jr. led a 258-yard Bobcat ground game with nine carries for 89 yards and a score. Navarro was just behind with 13 trips totaling 81 yards.
>> Shay Taylor led Ohio defenders with 10 tackles. He also picked off a Buffalo pass, returning it 30 yards for the game's final score.
>> Bralen Henderson recovered a fumble.
KENT STATE (0-8, 0-4 MAC)
>> The Flashes fell behind 38-0 before scoring a TD late in the second quarter and fell to Western Michigan 52-21 last week.
>> Four turnovers contributed to KSU issues on the day.
>> The Flashes totaled 250 yards of offense, while WMU racked up 579 yards. That included 358 yards on the ground as the Broncos averaged 9.7 ypc.
>> Quarterback Tommy Ulatowski completed 12-of-24 passes totaling 114 yards with three TDs and two interceptions.
>> Luke Floriea and Chrishon McCray combined for six catches, 66 yards and a TD. Jay Jay Etheridge and Conner Muldowney also recorded touchdown catches.
>> Ky Thomas ran 15 times, averaging 4.1 ypc while totaling 62 yards to lead a Flashes run game that totaled 136 yards.
>> Jayden Studio picked off a Broncos pass.
>> The Flashes rank last among MAC teams in both scoring (17.0 ppg) and scoring defense (46.6 ppg).
Dix Stadium -- Kent, OH
The Bobcats will be heavy favorites Wednesday when they visit winless Kent State.
Ohio has won three of its last four, bouncing back from a loss to Miami two weeks ago to hammer Buffalo last week. At 3-1 MAC, the Bobcats are still in the hunt for a title game berth, but they must keep winning. Eastern Michigan and Toledo are part of Ohio's remaining schedule.
Kent State, meanwhile, is looking for any win, as its last victory was back on Sept. 16 2023 against Central Connecticut. A significant part of the problem this year has been defense, and KSU has surrendered an AVERAGE of 42 ppg in four MAC outings. Ohio scored 47 in its last game.
OHIO (5-3, 3-1 MAC)
>> The Bobcats are coming off a 47-16 victory over Bowling Green. Ricky Hunt Jr. (46.yard run) and Coleman Owen (65-yard reception) were two of the big plays as Ohio built up a 24-10 halftime lead.
The 'Cats defense limited UB to one second half TD, while Ohio added another 23 second half points for the final margin.
>> Parker Navarro completed 14-of-19 passes, good for 231 yards with two TDs and one pick.
>> Coleman Owen had a big day among receivers, hauling in six catches totaling 146 yards with two touchdowns.
>> Hunt Jr. led a 258-yard Bobcat ground game with nine carries for 89 yards and a score. Navarro was just behind with 13 trips totaling 81 yards.
>> Shay Taylor led Ohio defenders with 10 tackles. He also picked off a Buffalo pass, returning it 30 yards for the game's final score.
>> Bralen Henderson recovered a fumble.
KENT STATE (0-8, 0-4 MAC)
>> The Flashes fell behind 38-0 before scoring a TD late in the second quarter and fell to Western Michigan 52-21 last week.
>> Four turnovers contributed to KSU issues on the day.
>> The Flashes totaled 250 yards of offense, while WMU racked up 579 yards. That included 358 yards on the ground as the Broncos averaged 9.7 ypc.
>> Quarterback Tommy Ulatowski completed 12-of-24 passes totaling 114 yards with three TDs and two interceptions.
>> Luke Floriea and Chrishon McCray combined for six catches, 66 yards and a TD. Jay Jay Etheridge and Conner Muldowney also recorded touchdown catches.
>> Ky Thomas ran 15 times, averaging 4.1 ypc while totaling 62 yards to lead a Flashes run game that totaled 136 yards.
>> Jayden Studio picked off a Broncos pass.
>> The Flashes rank last among MAC teams in both scoring (17.0 ppg) and scoring defense (46.6 ppg).
Northern Illinois at Western Michigan -- 7 p.m. (ESPN2)
Waldo Stadium -- Kalamazoo, MI
Outstanding offense meets outstanding defense Wednesday when Northern Illinois visit Western Michigan.
The Broncos (5-3, 4-0 MAC) are undefeated in MAC play thanks in large part to a dynamic offense. WMU is averaging a MAC-best 44.8 ppg in conference play.
Conversely, Northern Illinois (4-4, 1-3 MAC) tops the league in scoring defense, yielding just 17.0 ppg in conference action.
NIU has won each of the last two meetings with WMU, scoring a 24-21 comefrom-behind win in 2022 and a 24-0 shutout victory at home a year ago. Overall, the Broncos own a 27-22 advantage. Five of the last eight games between the teams have been decided by one possession or less.
WESTERN MICHIGAN (5-3, 4-0 MAC)
>> The Broncos are riding a four-game winning streak, with all four wins coming against MAC competition. The latest victory was a 52-21 win over Kent State.
>> WMU out-gained the Flashes 579-250 overall.
>> The Broncos averaged 9.7 ypc while recording 358 yards rushing. Sophomore Jaden Nixon (5-9, 185) led the way with eight carries for a total of 135 yards and one TD. He was one of three Bronco backs to average 13 or more yards per carry.
>> Nixon is second among MAC players in conference rushing , averaging 98.0 ppg. He is first in rushing TDs (7) and has the longest run from scrimmage this season (92) in MAC play.
>> Quarterback Hayden Wolff completed 15-of-21 pass attempts, good for 208 yards with three TDs and one interception.
>> Wolff has completed 73 percent of his passes and tossed 11 touchdowns in MAC play. He ranks first in passing efficiency during conference competition.
>> Tate Hallock registered two interceptions against Kent State. Jacob Wahlberg and Jayden Childers recovered fumbles.
NORTHERN ILLINOIS (4-4, 1-3 MAC)
>> The Huskies are coming off a dramatic 23-25 loss at Ball State. The Cardinals built up a 19-14 halftime edge and were up 22-14 midway through the fourth quarter.
NIU scored 10 straight points in less than five minutes, with Kanon Woodill's 47-yard field goal putting Northern Illinois up 23-22 with just 15 seconds remaining.
Two quick completions took Ball State to the Huskies 35 and Jackson Courville hit a 52-yard field goal with two seconds left to putt out a BSU win.
>> Northern Illinois committed four turnovers, while the Cardinals played turnover-free football.
>> Ethan Hampton and Josh Holst combined to complete 25-of-33 pass attempts, good for 232 yards with one TD and two picks.
>> Cam Thompson caught eight balls for 128 yards and a touchdown.
>> Antario Brown logged 11 carries for 62 yards and two scores. Telly Johnson averaged 8.0 ypc while picking up 48 yards on eight rushes.
>> Northern Illinois has allowed a league best 17.9 ppg in conference play. Western Michigan is allowing 32.0 ppg (MAC).
>> The Huskies top the MAC in passing defense (144.8 ypg MAC) and are third in run defense (121.8 ypg MAC)
>> Northern Illinois has yielded just 10 sacks (No. 1 MAC) while registering 23 sacks (Tied No. 1 MAC).
>> NIU has blocked three field goals in 2024
>> NIU leads the MAC and is among the top 20 teams in the FBS in six defensive categories (as of 10/27), and is Top 10 in third down conversion defense (25.7 percent), total defense (274.9 yards) and passing yards allowed (164.8)
Waldo Stadium -- Kalamazoo, MI
Outstanding offense meets outstanding defense Wednesday when Northern Illinois visit Western Michigan.
The Broncos (5-3, 4-0 MAC) are undefeated in MAC play thanks in large part to a dynamic offense. WMU is averaging a MAC-best 44.8 ppg in conference play.
Conversely, Northern Illinois (4-4, 1-3 MAC) tops the league in scoring defense, yielding just 17.0 ppg in conference action.
NIU has won each of the last two meetings with WMU, scoring a 24-21 comefrom-behind win in 2022 and a 24-0 shutout victory at home a year ago. Overall, the Broncos own a 27-22 advantage. Five of the last eight games between the teams have been decided by one possession or less.
WESTERN MICHIGAN (5-3, 4-0 MAC)
>> The Broncos are riding a four-game winning streak, with all four wins coming against MAC competition. The latest victory was a 52-21 win over Kent State.
>> WMU out-gained the Flashes 579-250 overall.
>> The Broncos averaged 9.7 ypc while recording 358 yards rushing. Sophomore Jaden Nixon (5-9, 185) led the way with eight carries for a total of 135 yards and one TD. He was one of three Bronco backs to average 13 or more yards per carry.
>> Nixon is second among MAC players in conference rushing , averaging 98.0 ppg. He is first in rushing TDs (7) and has the longest run from scrimmage this season (92) in MAC play.
>> Quarterback Hayden Wolff completed 15-of-21 pass attempts, good for 208 yards with three TDs and one interception.
>> Wolff has completed 73 percent of his passes and tossed 11 touchdowns in MAC play. He ranks first in passing efficiency during conference competition.
>> Tate Hallock registered two interceptions against Kent State. Jacob Wahlberg and Jayden Childers recovered fumbles.
NORTHERN ILLINOIS (4-4, 1-3 MAC)
>> The Huskies are coming off a dramatic 23-25 loss at Ball State. The Cardinals built up a 19-14 halftime edge and were up 22-14 midway through the fourth quarter.
NIU scored 10 straight points in less than five minutes, with Kanon Woodill's 47-yard field goal putting Northern Illinois up 23-22 with just 15 seconds remaining.
Two quick completions took Ball State to the Huskies 35 and Jackson Courville hit a 52-yard field goal with two seconds left to putt out a BSU win.
>> Northern Illinois committed four turnovers, while the Cardinals played turnover-free football.
>> Ethan Hampton and Josh Holst combined to complete 25-of-33 pass attempts, good for 232 yards with one TD and two picks.
>> Cam Thompson caught eight balls for 128 yards and a touchdown.
>> Antario Brown logged 11 carries for 62 yards and two scores. Telly Johnson averaged 8.0 ypc while picking up 48 yards on eight rushes.
>> Northern Illinois has allowed a league best 17.9 ppg in conference play. Western Michigan is allowing 32.0 ppg (MAC).
>> The Huskies top the MAC in passing defense (144.8 ypg MAC) and are third in run defense (121.8 ypg MAC)
>> Northern Illinois has yielded just 10 sacks (No. 1 MAC) while registering 23 sacks (Tied No. 1 MAC).
>> NIU has blocked three field goals in 2024
>> NIU leads the MAC and is among the top 20 teams in the FBS in six defensive categories (as of 10/27), and is Top 10 in third down conversion defense (25.7 percent), total defense (274.9 yards) and passing yards allowed (164.8)
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