Midweek MACtion enters Week 2, and this time it’s being upgraded to ESPN’s flagship network.
Toledo can clinch its first MAC Championship Game appearance since 2017 this week by defeating Ball State, while receiving assistance with a Northern Illinois win over Western Michigan. The Rockets can create immense separation in the MAC West division by defending their home turf, where they are undefeated this season.
But Ball State is on the doorstep of bowl eligibility, and the Cardinals can accomplish that feat for the third consecutive season with a Tuesday night win. Ball State has quietly won four of five games, lurking a step behind Toledo in the quest for a conference championship berth.