Mitten Masterkey
Mitten Masterkey: Week 12
The five Mitten teams are all in action this week, with three Saturday games and a pair of weeknight MACtion games to follow on Tuesday and Wednesday, respectively.
Analysis
Week 12 picks, preview: MSU bowl hopes on life support, UM at Wrigley Field, MAC title contenders play midweek
The five Mitten teams are all in action in the coming days, with three games this Saturday and two MACtion games to follow.
Central Michigan Chippewas
Central Michigan's turnaround under Matt Drinkall hinged on a key group: The seniors
The Chippewas were not expected to contend for the MAC title and weren't a bowl game lock in the preseason, two things that are now reality in Mt. Pleasant thanks, in part part, to the seniors.
Michigan MAC
MAC title race: Western Michigan in driver’s seat, Central Michigan path opening
The MAC title race is shaping up to be a doozy in the final weeks, with both Western Michigan and Central Michigan firmly in the mix.
Central Michigan Chippewas
Central Michigan defense swarms Buffalo in 38-19 win, bowl eligible for 1st time since 2021
The Chippewas defense came up with five sacks along with five takeaways and a pair of defensive scores in a dominating effort.
Western Michigan Broncos
‘You played for him:’ How Western Michigan is honoring Marshawn Kneeland’s legacy
Kneeland died late last week, a tragedy felt in Kalamazoo. And the Broncos are going to honor Kneeland's legacy the rest of the way in 2025.
Western Michigan Broncos
Western Michigan seizes control of MAC title fate, slows Parker Navarro in 17-13 win over Ohio
The Broncos outlasted the Bobcats by pitching a defensive gem and letting the offense find its footing, a recipe that's worked all season.
Michigan State Spartans
Notebook: Smith mum on MSU QB situation as Chiles, Milivojevic compete to start
Smith didn't indicate which way the Spartans might be leaning at quarterback, or if both quarterbacks will get a shot against Penn State.
Analysis
Fantastic, Functional, Forgettable: Eastern Michigan bests BGSU in quiet week
The Eagles were the lone competitors this weekend, so they are also the lone focus of this piece this weekend.
Eastern Michigan Eagles
Eastern Michigan aces ‘group project’ with 27-21 win over Bowling Green
The Eagles picked up a second MAC win of the season, fulfilling some internal goals as they seek to finish the season strong.
Analysis
Mitten Masterkey: Week 11, #MACtion time
With #MACtion underway, the schedule gets a bit funky for the Mitten FBS teams, but Mitten Football has you covered.
Analysis
How Western Michigan, Central Michigan can make the MAC title game
The Broncos and Chippewas are both firmly in the race to get to the MAC title game, but both need some dominoes to fall right.