El-Sayed leads Rogers by 7 points in new Michigan Senate poll
Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed is leading Republican nominee Mike Rogers in Michigan’s closely watched open Senate race, according to a new poll, showing signs that the progressive candidate is consolidating support from Democrats after a bitter primary. El-Sayed leads with 46 percent support to Rogers's 39 percent among likely voters, according to a Susquehanna Polling...
Western Michigan football is a rarity in the current landscape of college football, as they successfully defended their MAC Conference title in consecutive years. The team boasts familiar faces, including quarterback Broc Lowry, runner-up in the 2025 MAC Offensive Player of the Year award, running back Jalen Buckley, who was named Championship Game MVP, and cornerback Jarvarius Smith.
Coach Lance Taylor emphasizes the importance of retaining his players, as it's challenging for any program, particularly Western Michigan. The Broncos are the preseason favorites to repeat as champions, but their primary challenge lies in Miami (Ohio), who followed their 2023 title with two consecutive runner-up finishes. Miami is considered the third team in conference history to reach four straight title games with a revamped roster.
The MAC has seen several changes this year, with former Football Championship Subdivision school Sacramento State joining as a football-only member. UMass rejoined the league after a one-year absence. Both coaches Alonzo Carter (UMass) and John Hauser (Kent State) are first-year coaches, while Ohio and Ball State have experienced turnover in recent years.
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