Success beyond Rynearson: EMU football stars who shine in the NFL
Eastern Michigan University’s football program has produced a number of athletes who have gone on to play in the professional leagues, including nine current NFL team members.
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Eastern Michigan University’s football program has produced a number of athletes who have gone on to play in the professional leagues, including nine current NFL team members.
Jere Getzinger (West Branch, Michigan/Ogemaw Heights) has been a critical Eastern Michigan University football figure. He embodies consistency, leadership, and a relentless work ethic as a reliable tight end. From his first season in 2020 to his senior year in 2024, Getzinger’s journey has been defined by his dedication to the team and ability to rise to the occasion in high-pressure moments.
In what was an emotional night for Eastern Michigan University’s seniors, defensive lineman Peyton Price (Lafayette, Indiana/Jefferson) took the field at Rynearson Stadium for the final time during a 37-20 loss to Buffalo.
Eastern Michigan University’s football team wrapped up its home schedule with a hard-fought 37-20 loss to the University at Buffalo on senior night, Nov. 20, at Rynearson Stadium.
The Eastern Michigan University football team will host the University at Buffalo tomorrow, Wednesday, Nov. 20, at Rynearson Stadium for its final home game of the 2024 season.
Markus Allen, one of Eastern Michigan University’s leading receivers, approaches each game with a steadfast focus, knowing his team’s season hangs in a delicate balance.
On Wednesday night, the Eastern Michigan University Eagles traveled to Athens, Ohio, to face the Ohio University Bobcats in a tough Mid-American Conference (MAC) matchup.
In a season where every yard counts, penalties have become a critical factor for Eastern Michigan University football. With high hopes of making strides in the Mid-American Conference, Head Coach Chris Creighton and his team are laser-focused on reducing the costly flags that have held them back.
Finally, #MACtion is back! The Eastern Michigan University football team is gearing up for an exciting mid-week matchup against Ohio University on Wednesday, Nov. 13, at Frank Solich Field at Peden Stadium.
As November kicked off, the Eagles faced off against the Toledo Rockets in a tough showdown. The Eastern Michigan University football team suffered a narrow defeat, losing 29-28 on Saturday, Nov. 2, at Rynearson Stadium. The Eagles (5-4, 2-3 Mid-American Conference) put up strong numbers and outgained the Rockets (6-3, 3-2 MAC) in total yards, passing yards, and rushing yards. Still, a failed two-point conversion following a last-second touchdown left them just short of victory.
The Eastern Michigan University football team is gearing up for its final home game of the 2024 season on Nov. 2 as they host the University of Toledo at Rynearson Stadium.
The opportunity of trying to come back from 18 down in back-to-back weeks was in the equation until the game's last play. That is where the Eagles dropped their third game of the season.
In one of the most thrilling comebacks in Eastern Michigan University football history, senior quarterback Cole Snyder led the Eagles back from an 18-point deficit in the fourth quarter, clinching a victory that will be remembered as a career highlight.
Fresh off a dramatic Homecoming victory, Eastern Michigan University’s football team heads to Akron, Ohio, on Saturday, Oct. 26, with bowl eligibility in sight. The Eagles (5-2, 2-1 MAC) are set to face the University of Akron Zips (1-6, 0-3 MAC) at 3:30 p.m. in a Mid-American Conference (MAC) showdown at InfoCision Stadium. A win would mark Eastern's sixth of the season, securing bowl eligibility and moving the team closer to a strong finish in league play.
Pat O’Connor, a former Eastern Michigan University football standout, made his debut for the Detroit Lions on Sunday, contributing to their 31-29 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. This was O’Connor’s first game with the Lions after being signed from the practice squad to the active roster, stepping up for a defense hit hard by injuries, including the loss of Aidan Hutchinson.
Eastern Michigan University staged an unforgettable comeback during its Homecoming game against rival Central Michigan University, turning an 18-point deficit into a thrilling 38-34 victory Oct. 19 at Rynearson Stadium.
This Saturday, Oct. 19, the Eastern Michigan University Eagles will face off against their longtime rival, the Central Michigan University (CMU) Chippewas, in a highly anticipated Homecoming clash at Rynearson Stadium. The 96th Homecoming game in EMU history will kick off at 2 p.m., streamed live on ESPN+ and broadcast locally on WEMU (89.1 FM).
Eastern Michigan University's football team suffered a hard-fought loss on Saturday, Oct. 12, as Miami University claimed a 38-14 victory in front of 16,903 fans at Rynearson Stadium. While the Eagles struggled on the field, the crowd was uplifted by a halftime performance from Motown legends, The Temptations.
As Eastern Michigan University football prepares to take on Miami (Ohio) in a key MAC showdown, junior defensive back Bryce Llewellyn prepares for more than game day.
Eastern Michigan University running back Delbert Mimms, a transfer from North Carolina State, has quickly made an impact on and off the field since joining the Eagles.