Eastern Michigan Athletics
MAC Announces 2021 Football Preseason Media Poll
7/20/2021 10:00:00 AM | Football
EMU was picked to finish fifth in the league’s West Division
DETROIT, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) — The Eastern Michigan University football team was picked to finish fifth in the Mid-American Conference West Division today, July 20, in the league's preseason poll. The poll was announced at the conference's annual MAC Football Media Day at Ford Field and was determined by the league's media members.
The Eagles received 44 points, finishing ahead of Northern Illinois (29). Ball State was selected to repeat as West Division champions with 114 total points, followed by Toledo (104), Western Michigan (103), Central Michigan (68), then EMU.
In the East Division, Kent State was selected first with 112 total points ahead of Ohio with 96 total points. Miami finished third with 94 points, followed by defending East Division Champion Buffalo with 93 points, then Akron (39) and Bowling Green (28).
Six teams received votes to win the annual Rocket Mortgage MAC Football Championship Game between the winners of the West and East Divisions. The Cardinals garnered seven votes, while Toledo (5), Kent State (4), Western Michigan (3), Buffalo (2), and Miami (1) were each featured on ballots.
Eastern Michigan looks forward to welcoming fans back to Rynearson Stadium for the 2021 season with plenty of events, initiatives, and programming centered around fans, student-athletes, and the community.
The Sept. 3 contest against Saint Francis (Pa.) has been designated as CommUniversitE Night, while the Sept. 25 game versus Texas State will be Hall of Fame/Family Weekend. EMU will hold its annual homecoming celebration Oct. 9 when Miami comes to town before hosting Band Day/Fall Fest the following weekend against Ball State, Oct. 16. Eastern Michigan will then have the bright lights of #MACtion descend on "The Factory" for midweek contests with Ohio, Nov. 9, and Western Michigan, Nov. 16.
With the season fast approaching, the EMU Ticket Office has announced the sale of 2021 ticket packages.
Ultimate Fan season tickets include a wide chairback with armrests on the 50-yard line along with VIP season parking for just $125. Additional chairback season tickets are available in reserved sections 104-109 for only $99. Reserved season tickets are available for just $90.
Eastern Michigan faculty, staff, and young alumni (35-and-under) season tickets are only $70. Additionally, former EMU student-athletes can purchase an E-Club membership for $150 that provides season tickets for all home football, men's basketball, and women's basketball games. To purchase E-Club season memberships, please call the Eastern Athletics Ticket Office at 734.487.3669.
The season ticket value pack is a cost-effective option for those with a small group attending games together. The value pack is located in general admission sections 110-114 and is available for only $199.
To order tickets, visit EMUEagles.com/tickets
MAC East Division
1. Kent State (11) – 112 points
2. Ohio (2) – 96 points
3. Miami (5) – 94 points
4. Buffalo (4) – 93 points
5. Akron – 39 points
6. Bowling Green – 28 points
MAC West Division
1. Ball State (11) – 114 points
2. Toledo (7) – 104 points
3. Western Michigan (4) – 103 points
4. Central Michigan – 68 points
5. Eastern Michigan – 44 points
6. Northern Illinois – 29 points
2021 Rocket Mortgage MAC Football Championship Game Winner: Ball State (7), Toledo (5), Kent State (4), Western Michigan (3), Buffalo (2), Miami (1)
The Eagles received 44 points, finishing ahead of Northern Illinois (29). Ball State was selected to repeat as West Division champions with 114 total points, followed by Toledo (104), Western Michigan (103), Central Michigan (68), then EMU.
In the East Division, Kent State was selected first with 112 total points ahead of Ohio with 96 total points. Miami finished third with 94 points, followed by defending East Division Champion Buffalo with 93 points, then Akron (39) and Bowling Green (28).
Six teams received votes to win the annual Rocket Mortgage MAC Football Championship Game between the winners of the West and East Divisions. The Cardinals garnered seven votes, while Toledo (5), Kent State (4), Western Michigan (3), Buffalo (2), and Miami (1) were each featured on ballots.
Eastern Michigan looks forward to welcoming fans back to Rynearson Stadium for the 2021 season with plenty of events, initiatives, and programming centered around fans, student-athletes, and the community.
The Sept. 3 contest against Saint Francis (Pa.) has been designated as CommUniversitE Night, while the Sept. 25 game versus Texas State will be Hall of Fame/Family Weekend. EMU will hold its annual homecoming celebration Oct. 9 when Miami comes to town before hosting Band Day/Fall Fest the following weekend against Ball State, Oct. 16. Eastern Michigan will then have the bright lights of #MACtion descend on "The Factory" for midweek contests with Ohio, Nov. 9, and Western Michigan, Nov. 16.
With the season fast approaching, the EMU Ticket Office has announced the sale of 2021 ticket packages.
Ultimate Fan season tickets include a wide chairback with armrests on the 50-yard line along with VIP season parking for just $125. Additional chairback season tickets are available in reserved sections 104-109 for only $99. Reserved season tickets are available for just $90.
Eastern Michigan faculty, staff, and young alumni (35-and-under) season tickets are only $70. Additionally, former EMU student-athletes can purchase an E-Club membership for $150 that provides season tickets for all home football, men's basketball, and women's basketball games. To purchase E-Club season memberships, please call the Eastern Athletics Ticket Office at 734.487.3669.
The season ticket value pack is a cost-effective option for those with a small group attending games together. The value pack is located in general admission sections 110-114 and is available for only $199.
To order tickets, visit EMUEagles.com/tickets
MAC East Division
1. Kent State (11) – 112 points
2. Ohio (2) – 96 points
3. Miami (5) – 94 points
4. Buffalo (4) – 93 points
5. Akron – 39 points
6. Bowling Green – 28 points
MAC West Division
1. Ball State (11) – 114 points
2. Toledo (7) – 104 points
3. Western Michigan (4) – 103 points
4. Central Michigan – 68 points
5. Eastern Michigan – 44 points
6. Northern Illinois – 29 points
2021 Rocket Mortgage MAC Football Championship Game Winner: Ball State (7), Toledo (5), Kent State (4), Western Michigan (3), Buffalo (2), Miami (1)
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