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Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images Albin discusses his MAC championship and sudden departure — leaving his home of 20 years for Charlotte. It was a day 56 years in the making. The Ohio Bobcats were the beacon of consistency. Frank Solich guided Ohio to a 9-5 record in 2009 and the program never looked back. The Bobcats only were subject to one losing campaign in the … [Read more...] about Tim Albin reflects on 2024 MAC title, final moments at Ohio

Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images A complete list of the MAC stars recognized this preseason, award by award. College football is around the corner, and nothing signifies that more than the release of preseason watchlists. The 2025 watchlist season officially launched Monday, July 28 and continues throughout the first half of August. From the Maxwell Award to the … [Read more...] about 2025 MAC Preseason Award Watchlist Tracker

Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images The commissioner hit on a number of topics in Detroit, with special focus centered on changes in “non-Autonomous” synergy and movement. MAC Commissioner Dr. Jon Steinbrecher addressed assembled media at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on Thursday, July 24, discussing a variety of topics relating to college sports and the conference … [Read more...] about MAC Commissioner Jon Steinbrecher gives 2025 State of the Conference address

Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images Bronco fans may need to get their passports ready for the ‘26 season opener, as they will reportedly serve as the opponent to the Michigan Wolverines’ first-ever international contest. If reports from Thursday morning are true, Western Michigan football is set to say hallo und guten morgen to Frankfurt, Germany in the 2026 season. Per … [Read more...] about Report: Western Michigan football to open 2026 season in Germany

Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images The Rockets are tabbed as the preseason favorite after an 8-5 finish in 2024. The Mid-American Conference held its annual media day at Ford Field on Thursday, July 24. Though many conferences such as the Big 12, American Conference, and Conference USA scrapped their preseason polls this year, the MAC is still going strong with … [Read more...] about Toledo selected No. 1 in 2025 MAC Preseason Coaches Poll