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The first week of #MACtion has come and gone, and that means the arrival of our latest MAC Football Power Rankings!
There's a new leader atop the board, while the race for the bottom sees three different teams get at least one 13th place vote: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
There's a new leader atop the board, while the race for the bottom sees three different teams get at least one 13th place vote: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
2025 Hustle Belt MAC Football Power Rankings: Week 1
The middle of the table sees a slight jostle after one week of action.
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September 4, 2025 at 8:13 PM
The first week of #MACtion has come and gone, and that means the arrival of our latest MAC Football Power Rankings!
There's a new leader atop the board, while the race for the bottom sees three different teams get at least one 13th place vote: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
There's a new leader atop the board, while the race for the bottom sees three different teams get at least one 13th place vote: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
The Matt Drinkall era of Central Michigan football begins in dramatic fashion with a 16-14 victory over San Jose State under the Friday night lights: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
2025 MAC Football Week 1 Game Recap: Central Michigan Chippewas 16, San Jose Spartans 14
The first game of the Drinkall era ends in dramatic fashion, as special teams proved to be the pivot point.
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August 30, 2025 at 7:36 AM
The Matt Drinkall era of Central Michigan football begins in dramatic fashion with a 16-14 victory over San Jose State under the Friday night lights: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
Gather 'round, folks: we're in for a late one tonight.
The Central Michigan Chippewas under first-year coach Matt Drinkall travel West to take on Ken Niumatalolo's San Jose State Spartans in a game scheduled for a 10:30 p.m. Eastern time kick-off: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
The Central Michigan Chippewas under first-year coach Matt Drinkall travel West to take on Ken Niumatalolo's San Jose State Spartans in a game scheduled for a 10:30 p.m. Eastern time kick-off: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
2025 MAC Football Week 1 Game Preview: Central Michigan Chippewas at San Jose State Spartans
All eyes will be in San Jose for a late-night dual out West between two intriguing programs in the midst of rebuilds.
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August 29, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Gather 'round, folks: we're in for a late one tonight.
The Central Michigan Chippewas under first-year coach Matt Drinkall travel West to take on Ken Niumatalolo's San Jose State Spartans in a game scheduled for a 10:30 p.m. Eastern time kick-off: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
The Central Michigan Chippewas under first-year coach Matt Drinkall travel West to take on Ken Niumatalolo's San Jose State Spartans in a game scheduled for a 10:30 p.m. Eastern time kick-off: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
The Ohio Bobcats put up a spirited effort against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights on Thursday, but a costly second quarter on special teams created too big a hole to dig out of in a 34-31 loss: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
2025 MAC Football Week 1 Game Recap: Rutgers Scarlet Knights 34, Ohio Bobcats 31
Big Ten hopefuls escape a home loss by a few lucky second-quarter breaks.
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August 29, 2025 at 3:59 PM
The Ohio Bobcats put up a spirited effort against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights on Thursday, but a costly second quarter on special teams created too big a hole to dig out of in a 34-31 loss: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
For the first time in over a decade, the UMass Minutemen will carry a conference banner into a football game. Their opponent? The Temple Owls, who look to re-tool under famous program-builder KC Keller.
What can we expect to see in this former A-10 clash?
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What can we expect to see in this former A-10 clash?
www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
2025 MAC Football Week 1 Game Preview: Temple Owls at UMass Minutemen
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August 29, 2025 at 2:14 PM
For the first time in over a decade, the UMass Minutemen will carry a conference banner into a football game. Their opponent? The Temple Owls, who look to re-tool under famous program-builder KC Keller.
What can we expect to see in this former A-10 clash?
www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
What can we expect to see in this former A-10 clash?
www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
Despite their efforts, the Miami RedHawks earned a dubious distinction on Thursday night, failing to score a touchdown in a third-straight season-opening contest.
It was a wounding end to a night which saw a 3-0 score deep into the third quarter:
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It was a wounding end to a night which saw a 3-0 score deep into the third quarter:
www.hustlebelt.com/miami-redhaw...
Miami (OH) hangs around, yet is shut out at Wisconsin, 17-0
Miami trailed just 3-0 until the late third quarter. But the offense never showed a sign of life in Madison.
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August 29, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Despite their efforts, the Miami RedHawks earned a dubious distinction on Thursday night, failing to score a touchdown in a third-straight season-opening contest.
It was a wounding end to a night which saw a 3-0 score deep into the third quarter:
www.hustlebelt.com/miami-redhaw...
It was a wounding end to a night which saw a 3-0 score deep into the third quarter:
www.hustlebelt.com/miami-redhaw...
The Ball State Cardinals will stay close to home for the start of the Mike Uremovich era, traveling to West Lafayette for an opening clash with the Purdue Boilermakers-- who also seek to start a new coaching regime off right under Barry Odom:
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2025 MAC Football Week 1 Game Preview: Ball State Cardinals at Purdue Boilermakers
A highly anticipated first look at the state of the programs under new leadership.
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August 29, 2025 at 2:13 PM
The Ball State Cardinals will stay close to home for the start of the Mike Uremovich era, traveling to West Lafayette for an opening clash with the Purdue Boilermakers-- who also seek to start a new coaching regime off right under Barry Odom:
www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
Buffalo's stellar defensive efforts kept them in the running early, but Minnesota found their sea legs at game's end to drown the Bulls by a final score of 23-10-- thanks in part to an epic drive lasting nearly 10 minutes of the fourth quarter: www.hustlebelt.com/buffalo-bull...
Buffalo offense falls short against Minnesota, 23-10
Buffalo hangs around Minnesota, but the Gophers deliver a knockout blow in the 4th quarter.
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August 29, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Buffalo's stellar defensive efforts kept them in the running early, but Minnesota found their sea legs at game's end to drown the Bulls by a final score of 23-10-- thanks in part to an epic drive lasting nearly 10 minutes of the fourth quarter: www.hustlebelt.com/buffalo-bull...
The Akron Zips flop in their 2025 season opener against Wyoming, wilting under the pressure in a 10-0 loss to the Cowboys: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
2025 MAC Football Week 1 Game Recap: Wyoming Cowboys 10, Akron Zips 0
A night all about execution finds Akron short of it when it mattered most.
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August 29, 2025 at 4:51 AM
The Akron Zips flop in their 2025 season opener against Wyoming, wilting under the pressure in a 10-0 loss to the Cowboys: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
The Eddie George era starts off in style, as the BGSU asserted their dominance over Lafayette in all three phases in a smothering 26-7 victory at Doyt Perry Stadium: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
2025 MAC Football Week 1 Game Recap: Bowling Green Falcons 26, Lafayette Leopards 7
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August 29, 2025 at 2:54 AM
The Eddie George era starts off in style, as the BGSU asserted their dominance over Lafayette in all three phases in a smothering 26-7 victory at Doyt Perry Stadium: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
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Can’t stop thinking about pudge
August 29, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Can’t stop thinking about pudge
The MAC faces three intriguing FCS clubs in Week 1 action-- including a team with six-straight conference titles in Holy Cross, a re-building Lafayette and the bizarre independent team Merrimack College.
We break down each program in our brand-new FCS Roundup: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
We break down each program in our brand-new FCS Roundup: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
2025 MAC Football Preview: FCS Roundup, Week 1
Taking a look at the little guys one program at a time.
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August 28, 2025 at 5:07 PM
The MAC faces three intriguing FCS clubs in Week 1 action-- including a team with six-straight conference titles in Holy Cross, a re-building Lafayette and the bizarre independent team Merrimack College.
We break down each program in our brand-new FCS Roundup: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
We break down each program in our brand-new FCS Roundup: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
Our newest weekly piece is here, as we chronicle the chase for the Wooden Spoon!
Spoonwatch will use a combination of predictive data and on-field performance metrics to determine which MAC team can claim the prize at the end: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
Spoonwatch will use a combination of predictive data and on-field performance metrics to determine which MAC team can claim the prize at the end: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
MAC Football Spoonwatch 2025: Preseason Edition
Just how low can the bottom of the table go? Let’s find out, together.
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August 28, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Our newest weekly piece is here, as we chronicle the chase for the Wooden Spoon!
Spoonwatch will use a combination of predictive data and on-field performance metrics to determine which MAC team can claim the prize at the end: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
Spoonwatch will use a combination of predictive data and on-field performance metrics to determine which MAC team can claim the prize at the end: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
For the first time in six years, Central Michigan football has a new uniform set, returning to a more classic look inspired by both their sporting tradition and the Chippewa tribe.
The new set will debut against San Jose State on Friday night:
www.hustlebelt.com/uni-watch/41...
The new set will debut against San Jose State on Friday night:
www.hustlebelt.com/uni-watch/41...
Central Michigan debuts new uniforms ahead of 2025 season
For the first time in six years, CMU debuts a new uniform set, emphasizing the program’s more traditional aspects.
www.hustlebelt.com
August 28, 2025 at 12:46 AM
For the first time in six years, Central Michigan football has a new uniform set, returning to a more classic look inspired by both their sporting tradition and the Chippewa tribe.
The new set will debut against San Jose State on Friday night:
www.hustlebelt.com/uni-watch/41...
The new set will debut against San Jose State on Friday night:
www.hustlebelt.com/uni-watch/41...
HEAR YE, HEAR YE!
Ye Olde Roundtable has assembled once again to predict the potential storylines of the 2025 #MACtion season, and they've got some intriguing thoughts about it: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
Ye Olde Roundtable has assembled once again to predict the potential storylines of the 2025 #MACtion season, and they've got some intriguing thoughts about it: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
Ye Olde Roundtable: Predicting the 2025 MAC Football Season
HEAR YE, HEAR YE! Yond Roundtable hath assembled once more… Prithee thee stay and lend an ear towards our judgements!
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August 27, 2025 at 1:01 PM
HEAR YE, HEAR YE!
Ye Olde Roundtable has assembled once again to predict the potential storylines of the 2025 #MACtion season, and they've got some intriguing thoughts about it: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
Ye Olde Roundtable has assembled once again to predict the potential storylines of the 2025 #MACtion season, and they've got some intriguing thoughts about it: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
It's officially college football season, so you know what that means: it's time for our first MAC Football Power Rankings of 2025!
Check in to see where your favorite team stands: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
Check in to see where your favorite team stands: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
2025 Hustle Belt MAC Football Power Rankings: Preseason
For all the latest news and opinion on the MAC
www.hustlebelt.com
August 27, 2025 at 11:55 AM
It's officially college football season, so you know what that means: it's time for our first MAC Football Power Rankings of 2025!
Check in to see where your favorite team stands: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
Check in to see where your favorite team stands: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
The first game of the Brian Smith era is near, as the Ohio Bobcats start their 2025 campaign on the road with a Big Ten battle against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
2025 MAC Football Week 1 Game Preview: Ohio Bobcats at Rutgers Scarlet Knights
For all the latest news and opinion on the MAC
www.hustlebelt.com
August 26, 2025 at 9:07 PM
The first game of the Brian Smith era is near, as the Ohio Bobcats start their 2025 campaign on the road with a Big Ten battle against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
Hey folks, ya like preseason content? Well good news: we have in-depth previews of all 13 MAC teams under one roof for your convenience!
Check in with your favorite teams now before kickoff: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
Check in with your favorite teams now before kickoff: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
2025 Mid-American Conference Football Preseason Previews
Your one-stop shop to catch up on all the preseason previews for the 2025 Mid-American Conference!
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August 25, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Hey folks, ya like preseason content? Well good news: we have in-depth previews of all 13 MAC teams under one roof for your convenience!
Check in with your favorite teams now before kickoff: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
Check in with your favorite teams now before kickoff: www.hustlebelt.com/mac-football...
Hello, Belters!
As we get ready to embark on another year of reporting MACtion, we'd like to ask you how you think we're doing coverage-wise. Please check out the Google Form below if you have some free time and answer any questions you find relevant! forms.gle/DFF2PE8RcnbP...
As we get ready to embark on another year of reporting MACtion, we'd like to ask you how you think we're doing coverage-wise. Please check out the Google Form below if you have some free time and answer any questions you find relevant! forms.gle/DFF2PE8RcnbP...
2025 Hustle Belt Improvement Questionnaire: Welcome Page
Hello, Belters! We're considering our current and future content schedules and would appreciate your feedback.
We've broken up this survey into parts to prevent endless scrolling and allow you the ab...
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August 22, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Hello, Belters!
As we get ready to embark on another year of reporting MACtion, we'd like to ask you how you think we're doing coverage-wise. Please check out the Google Form below if you have some free time and answer any questions you find relevant! forms.gle/DFF2PE8RcnbP...
As we get ready to embark on another year of reporting MACtion, we'd like to ask you how you think we're doing coverage-wise. Please check out the Google Form below if you have some free time and answer any questions you find relevant! forms.gle/DFF2PE8RcnbP...
We have updated our piece about CMU's potential involvement in the Connor Stalions sign-stealing scandal with new information from the NCAA's infraction decision report on Michigan: www.hustlebelt.com/2023/11/3/23...
A Central Michigan perspective on the Connor Stalions saga
The Chippewas were made aware of a potential interloper on Monday night, but questions linger about an incident from two months ago.
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August 15, 2025 at 9:06 PM
We have updated our piece about CMU's potential involvement in the Connor Stalions sign-stealing scandal with new information from the NCAA's infraction decision report on Michigan: www.hustlebelt.com/2023/11/3/23...
Toledo received 13 votes in the 2025 preseason AP Top 25, checking as the #36 team in the country.
The Rockets' 13 preseason votes are the most by any MAC team since 2013 Northern Illinois: www.hustlebelt.com/toledo-rocke...
The Rockets' 13 preseason votes are the most by any MAC team since 2013 Northern Illinois: www.hustlebelt.com/toledo-rocke...
Toledo receives 13 votes in 2025 preseason AP Poll
Toledo receives the most preseason AP votes for any MAC team since 2013.
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August 11, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Toledo received 13 votes in the 2025 preseason AP Top 25, checking as the #36 team in the country.
The Rockets' 13 preseason votes are the most by any MAC team since 2013 Northern Illinois: www.hustlebelt.com/toledo-rocke...
The Rockets' 13 preseason votes are the most by any MAC team since 2013 Northern Illinois: www.hustlebelt.com/toledo-rocke...
"Until the track is ripped out from under us, we’ll continue to run... in pursuit of enriching the beautiful, flawed, undefinable, intimate world that is college sports."
Happy 15th birthday, Hustle Belt! Here's to many more. www.hustlebelt.com/site-notes-o...
Happy 15th birthday, Hustle Belt! Here's to many more. www.hustlebelt.com/site-notes-o...
Happy 15th Birthday, Hustle Belt!
For all the latest news and opinion on the MAC
www.hustlebelt.com
August 10, 2025 at 3:49 PM
"Until the track is ripped out from under us, we’ll continue to run... in pursuit of enriching the beautiful, flawed, undefinable, intimate world that is college sports."
Happy 15th birthday, Hustle Belt! Here's to many more. www.hustlebelt.com/site-notes-o...
Happy 15th birthday, Hustle Belt! Here's to many more. www.hustlebelt.com/site-notes-o...
Our 2025 football preseason previews kick off with the (re)debutantes of the MAC!
#UMass showed flashes of potential in 2024, but will once again start from the bottom under first-year head coach Joe Harasymiak. What can we expect to see in Amherst? www.hustlebelt.com/umass-minute...
#UMass showed flashes of potential in 2024, but will once again start from the bottom under first-year head coach Joe Harasymiak. What can we expect to see in Amherst? www.hustlebelt.com/umass-minute...
2025 MAC Football Preseason Preview: UMass Minutemen
A new era begins in Amherst, as the Minutemen take to the field for the first time as a fully-fledged MAC member.
www.hustlebelt.com
August 9, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Our 2025 football preseason previews kick off with the (re)debutantes of the MAC!
#UMass showed flashes of potential in 2024, but will once again start from the bottom under first-year head coach Joe Harasymiak. What can we expect to see in Amherst? www.hustlebelt.com/umass-minute...
#UMass showed flashes of potential in 2024, but will once again start from the bottom under first-year head coach Joe Harasymiak. What can we expect to see in Amherst? www.hustlebelt.com/umass-minute...
In 1996, the MAC rewarded its Defensive Player of the Year to someone who did not log a single tackle, sack, or interception.
That's how impactful Brad Maynard was as punter for Ball State.
The story of Ball State's only consensus All-American: www.hustlebelt.com/ball-state-c...
That's how impactful Brad Maynard was as punter for Ball State.
The story of Ball State's only consensus All-American: www.hustlebelt.com/ball-state-c...
How Brad Maynard won MAC Defensive Player of the Year without a single tackle
Sheridan, Indiana’s Maynard helped lead Ball State to glory in 1996— earning a unique place in MAC history on the way.
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August 8, 2025 at 7:43 PM
In 1996, the MAC rewarded its Defensive Player of the Year to someone who did not log a single tackle, sack, or interception.
That's how impactful Brad Maynard was as punter for Ball State.
The story of Ball State's only consensus All-American: www.hustlebelt.com/ball-state-c...
That's how impactful Brad Maynard was as punter for Ball State.
The story of Ball State's only consensus All-American: www.hustlebelt.com/ball-state-c...
MAC Commissioner Jon Steinbrecher took to the podium on Wednesday to present his annual State of the Conference address.
The House settlement, College Football Playoff and potential business partnerships with other FBS conferences were all discussed:
www.hustlebelt.com/2025/7/25/24...
The House settlement, College Football Playoff and potential business partnerships with other FBS conferences were all discussed:
www.hustlebelt.com/2025/7/25/24...
MAC Commissioner Jon Steinbrecher gives 2025 State of the Conference address
The commissioner hit on a number of topics in Detroit, with special focus centered on changes in "non-Autonomous" synergy and movement.
www.hustlebelt.com
July 25, 2025 at 5:05 PM
MAC Commissioner Jon Steinbrecher took to the podium on Wednesday to present his annual State of the Conference address.
The House settlement, College Football Playoff and potential business partnerships with other FBS conferences were all discussed:
www.hustlebelt.com/2025/7/25/24...
The House settlement, College Football Playoff and potential business partnerships with other FBS conferences were all discussed:
www.hustlebelt.com/2025/7/25/24...