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The Factory Report: Overrated and underrated NFL contracts feat. Nate Schmidt

By Luke Gremban , Caleb Burlingame and Nate Schmidt · Sunday, April 11, 2021

Sports columnist Nate Schmidt shares his thoughts on NFL free agent contracts. Listen to The Factory Report here or on your favorite podcast app.

The Assembly Line: Without a clear-cut #1 this year’s class of running backs could offer some hidden gems on days two and three

By Nate Schmidt · Tuesday, April 6, 2021

As the latest part of my series highlighting the upcoming 2021 NFL Draft, I’ll be taking a closer, in-depth look at this year’s crop running backs. I will dig into each prospect’s strengths, weaknesses, and other points of intrigue I’ve come across during my own scouting. I will also cover which teams I believe offer the prospect the best fit, the range where they could be drafted and a matching pro comparison based on their individual talents and attributes.

Final Four analysis: Michigan basketball hangover

By Luke Gremban and Caleb Burlingame · Tuesday, April 6, 2021

Luke and Caleb mourn U-M's disappointing match against UCLA and analyze what the future could hold for the team. Listen to the The Factory Report here or on your favorite podcast app.

The Factory Report: EMU Gymnastics MAC Champions feat. Ashlee Buhler

By Luke Gremban and Caleb Burlingame · Monday, March 29, 2021

Gymnastics commentator Ashlee Buhler shares how she got her gig with ESPN, and who to pay attention to as the team moves on to regionals.

The Factory Report: March Madness 2021

By Caleb Burlingame · Monday, March 22, 2021

Definitely listen to this week’s episode if you’re filling out a last-minute bracket! Listen as Caleb runs through his March Madness picks.

Eagles Fall to Bowling Green in Mac Tournament

By Jordan GIllenwater · Monday, March 22, 2021

Eagles come up short in the MAC Tournament against the Bowling Green Falcons.

Breaking: Men’s Basketball Coach Rob Murphy Will Join Piston’s New G League Team

By Luke Gremban · Thursday, March 18, 2021

EMU Men’s Basketball Coach Rob Murphy has announced that he will be leaving the program to serve as general manager for the Detroit Pistons G League team.

The Factory Report: NFL Offseason Splash

By Luke Gremban and Caleb Burlingame · Sunday, March 14, 2021

The NFL is paring down their rosters and letting some surprising names walk because of it. Listen here or one your favorite podcast app to hear Luke and Caleb discuss NFL free-agency.

After #1, it’s anybody's race for this batch of signal-callers

By Nate Schmidt · Sunday, March 14, 2021

As the first part of my new series highlighting the upcoming 2021 NFL Draft, I’ll be taking a closer, in-depth look into each of this year’s QB prospect’s strengths, weaknesses, and other points of intrigue I’ve come across during my own scouting. I will also cover which teams I believe offer the prospect the best fit, the range where they could be drafted and a matching pro comparison based on their individual talents and attributes.

Covid Complications: Life in Athletics

By Luke Gremban · Thursday, March 11, 2021

Life in EMU Athletics has shifted under lockdown. Read to hear stories from ESPN’s Ryan Wooley, Ashlee Buhler and more.

The Factory Report: 2021 NFL Mock Draft with Nate Schmidt

By Luke Gremban , Caleb Burlingame and Nate Schmidt · Monday, March 1, 2021

Luke and Caleb invite Nate Schmidt, one of the Echo’s sports reporters, to debate their first 10 picks of the 2021 NFL Draft.

NFL Offseason: What the Stafford trade means for the Lions

By Luke Gremban and Caleb Burlingame · Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021

Do your NFL Power Rankings match up with Luke’s or Caleb’s? Listen to the latest episode of the Factory Report here, or on your favorite podcast platform!

Eagles Split Two Game Series Against the Northern Illinois Huskies

By Jordan GIllenwater · Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021

Eagles secured their first win against Northern Illinois on Thursday, but fall in rematch.

Prediction: Post-Superbowl NFL Mock Draft 1.0

By Caleb Burlingame · Monday, Feb. 15, 2021

Caleb Burlingame analyzes the top 10 potential picks in the upcoming NFL Draft.

The Factory Report: Can Patrick Mahomes be the greatest player of all time?!

By Luke Gremban and Caleb Burlingame · Monday, Feb. 8, 2021

Luke and Caleb talk about what is on every American sports fan’s mind - Super Bowl LV.

The Factory Report: Can Men's Basketball turn the season around?

By Luke Gremban and Caleb Burlingame · Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021

Is the men’s basketball team the group anyone wants? Tune in to hear Luke’s and Caleb’s take on the team and their future, as well as updates on the women’s basketball team, gymnastics, and more.

Eagles Beaten by Miami 85-63

By Luke Gremban · Monday, Jan. 25, 2021

The Eagle’s Men’s Basketball team suffered a sloppy loss in it’s first game in front of a home crowd.

Eagles dominate Akron, CMU, but fall to Ball State

By Jordan GIllenwater · Monday, Jan. 25, 2021

Eagles take two wins against Akron and CMU, with a loss to Ball State, leaving them 8-6.

Opinion: Predicting each number one seed for the NCAA tournament

By Caleb Burlingame · Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021

A rundown of the hottest four teams in the country and why they are deserving of a number one seed.

The Factory Report: Volleyball is back!

By Luke Gremban and Caleb Burlingame · Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021

Sports Editor Luke Gremban and columnist Caleb Burling game give a rapid-fire overview of all EMU sports teams in season before focusing on expectations for volleyball.