Eagles Extend Winning Streak Over Falcons with 27-21 Victory
Ypsilanti – Eastern Michigan secured its fourth consecutive win against Bowling Green on Saturday, defeating the Falcons 27-21 in a Mid-American Conference matchup.A balanced offensive performance led by running back dontae McMillan and quarterback Noah Kim propelled the Eagles to victory.
The win improves Eastern Michigan’s record to 3-7 overall and 2-4 in the MAC, while Bowling Green falls to 3-7 and 1-5 in conference play. This result continues a trend of Eastern Michigan dominance in the series, solidifying their position against a key conference rival.
McMillan proved instrumental on the ground, rushing for 100 yards on 19 carries and scoring a crucial 8-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter. Kim efficiently managed the passing game,completing 22 of 39 attempts for 210 yards and a 12-yard touchdown pass to Nick Devereaux,who finished with four receptions for 79 yards. Tavierre Dunlap contributed 47 rushing yards and a 1-yard touchdown.
Bowling Green’s offense was spearheaded by Austyn Dendy,who ran for 113 yards on 21 carries and scored two touchdowns. Hunter Najm completed 11 of 15 passes for 129 yards, connecting with Jyrin Johnson for a 2-yard touchdown. Johnson had four receptions for 36 yards.
A late field goal by Rudy Kessinger, a 44-yarder with 57 seconds remaining, sealed the victory for Eastern Michigan after Bowling Green had narrowed the gap to three points with a touchdown. The Eagles finished with 175 rushing yards and 210 passing yards, committing no turnovers, while the Falcons totaled 259 yards with 130 on the ground and 129 through the air.
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Adrian 44, Trine 21
Albion 58, Olivet 42
Alma 53, Kalamazoo 3
Chicago 48, Wayne State 14
Ferris State 51, Saginaw Valley State 45, 2OT
Grand Valley state 18, Michigan Tech 15
Hillsdale 23, Walsh 20
Hope 52, Calvin 0
Northern Michigan 47, Davenport 45, 4OT
Northwood 40, Tiffin 37, OT
