In an effort to win the Michigan Mid-American Conference trophy, senior quarterback Shane Morris paced the Central Michigan football team with three touchdowns in the first half.
At the break, CMU holds a 28-17 lead over Eastern Michigan at Kelly/Shorts Stadium.
On the first offensive play of the game, CMU senior quarterback Shane Morris was hit by EMU's Maxx Crosby. The freshman forced the fumble, recovered it and scored to give the Eagles a 7-0 edge.
Junior linebacker Alex Briones picked off EMU quarterback Brogan Roback on EMU's first offensive play. The ensuing drive stalled for the Chippewas, as sophomore running back Jonathan Ward was stopped on fourth-and-one from the EMU six-yard line.