NFL Divisional Round: MAC-Based Rooting Interests
The Green Bay Packers have a host of MAC players on their roster. This makes them the perfect team for fans typically neutral to the NFL.
The Green Bay Packers have a host of MAC players on their roster. This makes them the perfect team for fans typically neutral to the NFL.
Of all the MAC teams, Kent State's NFL players are the most transitory. Cribbs, Gates, Edelman ... they usually play different positions than what they did in college.
The Eagles don't have a ton of NFL talent, but Charlie Batch still plays. Which is important.
For a team that's had a rough bunch of years, Temple sure put a slew of defensive guys in the NFL. Not to mention one CFL great.
The best known MAC player in the NFL is unfortunately one of the most scrutinized. But no worries; another former MAC quarterback will take his place.
Raiders safety-in-training Mike Mitchell wears No. 34, which is what Bo Jackson wore. So naturally he has to live up to his Tecmo-Bowlian expectations.
Dan LeFevour got all the NFL Draft attention. But Antonio Brown and others are making it onto NFL teams representing Central Michigan.
There aren't a ton of BGSU Falcons in the NFL. Those that are in the pros are either backup hard-to-spell centers or expendable kickers.
Don't look now, but Toledo's got a steady crop of talent in the NFL. From a veteran quarterback to some promising wideouts, the Rockets keep on making the blue and gold proud.
How good are punters from Ball State in the NFL? One of them might be better at throwing the ball than QB Nate Davis.