Central Michigan Chippewas O:7 D:7
The Central Michigan Chippewas had their first winning season since 1998 in what was head coach Brian Kelly's second season. They hope to go bowling this year after improving to 5-3 in Mid American Conference play last season.
On offense, the Central Michigan Chippewas have seven returning last year's unproductive offense. Even without its star quarterback, the offense should beat last year's numbers. Expect running back Ontario Sneed to be even better in his sophomore season and beat last year's 1,065 yards, which he ran up behind one of the best offensive lines in the conference.
On defense, the Central Michigan Chippewas have a solid defensive line as well as one of the most experienced, deepest linebacker corps in the conference. The only weak link in the defense is the secondary which has only one starter, and could be a liability at least early in the season.
The Central Michigan Chippewas play seven of its twelve games on the road this season, including trips to Northern Illinois and Toledo. They will probably make some noise in the West providing they have a bit of luck and avoid injuries.
