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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.

Eastern Michigan defensive lineman Luke MacLean lays down a hard hit on Ball State wide receiver Terin Solomon in the Eagles 28-17 loss to Ball State Saturday afternoon in Ypsilanti, Mich.

Grading EMU’s Week 3 Performance vs. Ball State

By Robert Hull · Monday, Sept. 21, 2015

Following its 28-17 loss to Ball State University, the Echo graded how the offense, defense and special teams did in the Eagles Mid-American Conference opener.

Eagles allow 28 unanswered points in loss to Ball State

By Thomas Bieszk · Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015

After building a 17-0 in the first half, Eastern Michigan surrendered 28 unanswered points to fall at home to conference rival Ball State 28-17.

Previewing Ball State: Seniority carries the Cardinals

By Robert Hull · Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2015

This Year: 1-1 Overall, 0-0 MAC Last Week: Loss to Texas A&M, 56-23 Last Year: 5-7 Overall, 4-4 MAC

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.

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).

COLUMN: A Turning Point Has To Be On The Horizon For EMU Football

By Robert Hull · Thursday, Sept. 10, 2015

The feeling everyone had as they settled into their cars following Saturday's loss to Old Dominion was mutual. It was sheer disappointment and the feeling that this season is shaping up to be just like all the others.

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.

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.

Under The Radar: Five Guys To Watch For In 2015

By Robert Hull · Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015

With Eastern Michigan's football season opener against Old Dominion looming, I picked my five under the radar guys who could potentially make an impact for the Eagles this season.

Gardner adapts to change to offensive line

By Andrew Mascharka · Friday, Sept. 4, 2015

We, as humans, often consider change a bad thing. The people who embrace change, are the ones who realize that it helps us grow as humans.

Echo writers predict Eagles upcoming season

By Thomas Bieszk & Robert Hull · Friday, Sept. 4, 2015

The Eastern Michigan football team opens their season today against Old Dominion so the Echo Sports football beat writers, Robert Hull and Thomas Bieszk, made their predictions for the season ahead.

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.