Two future MAC brothers square off as Eastern Michigan makes a trip to Amherst. UMass keeps the MAC run going – it’s still an independent – with trips to Toledo and Buffalo to follow, and Eastern Michigan has work to do with a date at Washington to follow.
Eastern Michigan vs UMass Preview
Eastern Michigan vs UMass How to Watch
Date: Saturday, August 31, 2024
Game Time: 3:30 pm ET
Venue: Warren McGuirk Alumni Stadium, Amherst, MA
How to Watch: ESPN+
2023 Records: UMass (3-9), Eastern Michigan (6-7)
– Week 1 Schedule, Predictions
Why Eastern Michigan Will Win
Does UMass have any semblance of a defense yet? The transfers didn’t come in for the D like they did for the O, and now there’s still not going to be enough of a pass rush to matter. The offensive side has a slew of new parts to try being more consistent, and they should need a little bit to get going.
Why UMass Will Win
Eastern Michigan REALLY needs a lot of time and help.
It managed to get to a bowl game last seasons but the offense will need a bit, and the defense that got ripped up late is all but starting over in the linebacking corps and other chunks. As long as the UMass running game can get going early, it should be able to control the clock.