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Eagles fall 58-36 to Army

By Thomas Bieszk · Sunday, Sept. 27, 2015

Eastern Michigan has lost two football games this season despite holding double-digit leads in both. The Eagles attempted their own comeback Saturday, getting to within a 36-30 deficit at the end of the third quarter, but fell well short, losing to Army West Point 58-36.

Eastern Michigan coach Chris Creighton reacts after a call in the first half in the Eagles 28-17 loss to Ball State Saturday afternoon in Ypsilanti, Mich.

Full Transcript from Week Four Football Press Conference

By Thomas Bieszk · Monday, Sept. 21, 2015

Eastern Michigan coach’s Monday press conference covering Saturday’s 28-17 loss to Ball State and preparation for Army West Point this Saturday. Featuring EMU head coach Chris Creighton, offensive coordinator Kalen DeBoer and defensive coordinator Brad McCaslin.

Ball State wide receiver Jordan Williams dives over an defender against Eastern Michigan Saturday afternoon in Ypsilanti, Mich. The Cardinals defeated the Eagles 28-17.

COLUMN: Run Defense Woes Can’t Continue

By Robert Hull · Monday, Sept. 21, 2015

Ball State University dominated and outsmarted Eastern Michigan University in just about every aspect of the game after the first quarter. They especially dominated on offense by simply running the ball against the less than par rush defense of the Eagles.

Bell out with broken jaw

By Andrew Mascharka · Monday, Sept. 14, 2015

Eastern Michigan quarterback Reggie Bell will miss “several weeks” with a broken jaw coach Creighton confirmed in Monday morning’s EMU press conference.

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Eagles win first non-conference game since '88

By Robert Hull · Sunday, Sept. 13, 2015

It was a successful road trip for Eastern Michigan (1-1) as they accumulated 38 first half points in their 48-29 win to hold on and get the programs first road non-conference win since 1988, against Wyoming (0-2).

Hill signs with Bears practice squad

By Andrew Mascharka · Thursday, Sept. 10, 2015

Former Eastern Michigan running back Bronson Hill, one week removed from being cut from the Buffalo Bills, is back in the National Football League after signing to the Chicago Bears practice squad.

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Eagles drop home opener to ODU

By Thomas Bieszk · Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015

What was a strong start for the Eastern Michigan football team ended with a slow finish for the Eagles, as they fell to Old Dominion 38-34 to open the regular season at Rynearson Stadium.

Ibe and Zappone look to lead defense

By Thomas Bieszk · Friday, Sept. 4, 2015

Eastern Michigan football has seen plenty of recent struggles as a program, particularly on defense. Last season, saw a third consecutive 2-10 finish in which the defense averaged 41 points per game allowed. Despite that, there were bright-spots on the defense, primarily coming from the linebacking corps.

Beck looks to bring more physicality in sophomore year

By Thomas Bieszk · Friday, Sept. 4, 2015

The transition between year one and year two can be difficult for many football players. Some can turn out better since having a full year of experience, while others hit the proverbial “sophomore slump” and struggle in their second year.

Previewing Old Dominion: Freshman QB to See Gametime

By Robert Hull · Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2015

Last Season: 6-6 Overall, 4-4 C-USA Head Coach: Bobby Wilder, 7th Season at ODU (3rd year in FBS, 14-10) Projected Returning Starters: Offense 7*, Defense 5* Key Returning Players: OL Tyler Fisher, OL Conner Mewbourne, WR David Washington, RB Ray Lawry, DL Poncho Barnwell, DL Rashaad Coward Last Season: Last season was the first time in history EMU and ODU met on the gridiron.

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