Central Michigan will face off against Northern Illinois in their season finale on Saturday, November 30th at Huskies Stadium. The game will be nationally televised on CBS Sports Network, with Central Michigan looking to end a nine-game road losing streak. Head Coach Jim McElwain will be coaching his final game for Central Michigan after announcing his retirement. The game will also mark the final contest for 21 seniors on the Central Michigan team.
In their last game, Central Michigan snapped a five-game losing streak with a 16-14 victory over Western Michigan. The Chippewas displayed a solid defensive performance, limiting Western Michigan to 184 yards of total offense. Despite facing multiple injuries, Central Michigan has shown resilience throughout the season.
Central Michigan is a leader in the MAC in tackles for loss and sacks, with their defense ranking among the top in the nation. Players like Jordan Kwiatkowski, Jonah Pace, and Dakota Cochran have been instrumental in the team’s defensive success.
Central Michigan will be looking to secure a win over Northern Illinois to finish the season with a 5-7 overall record. A victory would also mark their third straight win over Northern Illinois and potentially snap their road losing streak. Fans can catch the action on CBS Sports Network as the Chippewas aim to end the season on a high note.
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