Unveiling the Hidden Trends Shaping 2025 Week 9: What You Must Know Now
Week 9 in the MAC unfolded with a thrilling mix of drama, surprises, and a jar of fresh clarity—just the way I like it. Toledo’s journey out west to Washington State kicked off what would be the final non-conference dance of the season, and boy, did the underdogs shake the Vegas odds with three upsets that had everyone scratching their heads. Nail-biters ruled the day too, with four games hanging by single-digit margins, reminding us all why college football’s magic never fades. Yet beneath the whirlwind, the harsh truth surfaced: the bowl eligibility picture is bleak, and with Eastern Michigan joining UMass in the postseason dustbin, the playoff hopes dim. Meanwhile, Miami (OH) is basking as the undisputed MAC monarch, riding high on five straight wins that no one’s close to challenging. With the busiest Saturday of the season wrapped up, I’m here to break down the whirl of takeaways, the standout plays, and the shifting tides of MAC football. LEARN MORE

That was an interesting Week 9 of MAC football. We had our final non-conference matchup of the year as Toledo flew west to Washington State. There were three upsets based on the Vegas spread. And four of seven games were decided by single-digits.
It was also a week of clarity. Nobody is bowl eligible, but Eastern Michigan became the second MAC team — joining UMass — to seal its fate and miss out on the postseason. On the other side of the standings, Miami (OH) is standing alone as the king of the MAC after winning its fifth-straight.
With Week 9 being our busiest weekend for the remainder of the season, here are thoughts, takeaways, and stats from the Saturday of MAC football:

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