Western Michigan edges Eastern Michigan 31-21 in Week 14
Western Michigan defeated Eastern Michigan 31-21 in a competitive Week 14 matchup. The Broncos dominated the second and third quarters, scoring 17 points in the second quarter and 14 in the third to build their advantage, though the Eagles mounted a fourth-quarter comeback with 14 points.
Eastern Michigan struck first with a touchdown in the opening quarter, but Western Michigan's defense proved disruptive throughout the game, forcing a fumble and an interception in the second quarter alone. Noah Kim led Eastern Michigan's passing attack with 327 yards, while his favorite target D. McMillan made several explosive plays, including receptions of 50 and 48 yards that moved the chains for the Eagles.
Western Michigan's ground game was effective, with Broc Lowry rushing for 92 yards. Jalen Buckley led the Broncos in receiving with 8 catches. The game exceeded the over-under of 49 points, finishing at 52 total points. A push on the 10-point spread meant bettors on both sides split the result.
AI-generated recap · Jul 23, 2026
| Team | 1Q | 2Q | 3Q | 4Q | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Western Michigan | 0 | 17 | 14 | 0 | 31 |
Eastern Michigan | 7 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 21 |
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| Statistic | Western Michigan | Eastern Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Passing | 7-15 | 24-41 |
| Pass Yards | 100 | 327 |
| Rush Yards | 278 | 134 |
| Total Yards | 378 | 461 |
| Turnovers | 0 | 5 |
| 3rd Down | 6-12 | 3-12 |
| Penalties | 7-75 | 5-30 |
| Possession | 32:21 | 27:39 |