Around the MAC: Week One

Every MAC team has officially started their season, and while some teBams are disappointed in the outcome, others are thrilled to open with a win. So let's make our way around the MAC conference as it stands now.

EAST
1. Buffalo: 1-0
- Kent State: 1-0
- Ohio: 1-0
- Temple: 1-0
5. Akron: 0-1
- Bowling Green: 0-1
- Miami (OH): 0-1

WEST
1. Ball State: 1-0
- Central Michigan: 1-0
3. Easten Michigan: 0-1
- Northen Illinois: 0-1
- Western Michigan: 0-1
- Toledo: 0-1

Most Impressive: Buffalo

A shutout is a shutout, no matter who it is against. They managed to hold Rhode Island to just 207 yards, with 62 of them coming from the ground. The 31-0 victory was led by quarterback Jerry Davis, who threw four touchdowns for 302 yards.

Biggest Disappointment: Northern Illinois

They were outplayed the entire game by Iowa State, and being a favorite in the MAC, they were unable to get off on the foot. But don't get discouraged yet, once they enter MAC conference play, they should have figured out their quarterback situation, and will hopefully live up to their expectations in the West division.

Keep an Eye on: Miami (OH)

As an avid college football fanatic, I tend to watch a lot of Florida Gators games, and I must say that the Redhawks played the Gators tough early on. They held a 3-0 lead in the first quarter, and forced a handful of fumbles during the course of the game. Despite the loss, Miami looks to be a contender in the MAC.

Games to Watch

• Central Michigan @ Temple: The first conference game, Temple will look to get their running game going against the LeFevour-less Chippewas, who are coming off an impressive win in week one.
• Buffalo @ Baylor: This will be a good test for a Buffalo team that held Rhode Island to zero offense. Let's see how one of the better MAC teams fares against a rising Big 12 team that is led by athletic quarterback, Robert Griffen.