Ball State University has appointed Mike Uremovich as its new head football coach, succeeding Mike Neu. Uremovich, previously the head coach at Butler University, brings extensive coaching experience across various levels, including FCS and FBS. At Butler, he led the team to three consecutive winning seasons and their first national ranking. Uremovich's appointment aims to revitalize Ball State's football program and strengthen its position in the Mid-American Conference.
The Mid-American Conference has voted to add UMass as a full member starting in 2025-26, marking the first full membership addition since 1998. UMass was previously a football-only member from 2012-15 but will now bring all sports to the conference. The move comes after UMass declined to leave the Atlantic 10, where it was a founding member. This decision leaves UConn as the last completely independent FBS program, with Army joining the American Athletic Conference this summer.
Toledo defeated Eastern Michigan 49-23 to secure the Mid-American Conference West Division title, with Dequan Finn throwing for 407 yards and three touchdowns, and Peny Boone rushing for three touchdowns. Toledo has now won nine consecutive games and will return to the MAC championship game. Eastern Michigan struggled offensively, finishing with 255 yards compared to Toledo's 508 yards.
Toledo dominated the game against Buffalo, with Jacquez Stuart returning the opening kickoff for a touchdown and Peny Boone rushing for 125 yards, including a 71-yard score. Toledo's strong performance led them to a 31-13 victory, extending their winning streak to eight games. With this win, Toledo became bowl eligible for the 14th consecutive season.
Jalen Buckley's two touchdowns and a strong defensive performance by Western Michigan helped the Broncos snap a three-game losing streak and defeat Eastern Michigan 45-21. Buckley ran for 138 yards and scored on two short runs, while the defense contributed with two safeties and a touchdown. Eastern Michigan managed to score late in the second quarter and early in the fourth, but it wasn't enough to overcome Western Michigan's dominant performance.
