My sense is that legit playoff-caliber teams rarely struggle against MAC-level teams, even in game 1…

Posted on August 31, 2026 at 11:01:26 AM by Craig

For two recent examples, close calls against Air Force (2017) and Army (2019) at home did turn out to be indicators of sub-standard seasons.

But I really don’t know if the historical record bears that out. Thoughts?

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My sense is that legit playoff-caliber teams rarely struggle against MAC-level teams, even in game 1… - By Craig August 31, 2026 at 11:01:26 AM
- I feel like it’s pretty common - By ny1995 August 31, 2026 at 11:52:10 AM
- We played with our food for quite a bit vs. Bowling Green in 2023. Up by a score at half. Closest I can think of* - By Breezer August 31, 2026 at 11:33:57 AM
- perhaps less true for game 1 under new HC/OC/DC?* - By Dunder August 31, 2026 at 11:26:12 AM
- Yes, I know that WMU is a good MAC team*** - By Craig August 31, 2026 at 11:03:38 AM

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My sense is that legit playoff-caliber teams rarely struggle against MAC-level teams, even in game 1…