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Football. Fisher Named 2016 Homecoming Grand Marshal

Three years ago, Central Michigan University alumni, students, faculty and staff were ecstatic when the No. 1 NFL draft pick was announced as one of their own. Today, with the 2016 draft about to unfold, CMU announces the 2013 star — Kansas City Chiefs tackle Eric Fisher — has agreed to return this fall as homecoming grand marshal.

The appearance is possible because Fisher and the Chiefs have a bye on Oct. 8.

Fisher — a graduate of Stoney Creek High School in Rochester Hills who majored in mechanical engineering technology during his time at CMU — was the first No.