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Western Michigan Tops Ohio 17–13 to Seize MAC Control

Western Michigan moved to 5–1 in conference play, earning bowl eligibility and a clear path to Detroit.

Overview

  • Jalen Buckley’s short touchdown following a 71-yard catch-and-run by Tailique Williams put Western Michigan ahead early in the fourth quarter for good.
  • Quarterback Broc Lowry powered the Broncos with a rushing score and key conversions as the defense closed out a four-point win.
  • Ohio’s Parker Navarro and Sieh Bangura ran for touchdowns, but a missed extra point kept the Bobcats from leveling the margin late.
  • The Broncos, now 6–4 overall after starting 0–3, have won six of their last seven and control their destiny for their first MAC title game since 2016.
  • The game aired on ESPN2, with streaming via Fubo, DirecTV and Sling, while YouTube TV subscribers lacked access due to the ongoing Disney dispute.