DETROIT — The No. 17 Western Michigan Broncos will attempt to continue their undefeated season Friday against the Ohio Bobcats in the 2016 MAC Championship Game at Ford Field.
Western Michigan (12-0, 8-0 MAC) sealed the West Division with a 55-35 victory over Toledo. With a win over Ohio (8-4, 6-2), the Broncos would solidify their place as a top choice for a berth to the Cotton Bowl.
Since the MAC instituted a championship game in 1997, Western Michigan and Ohio have combined for five appearances but zero wins.
ESPN2 will televise the matchup, which is scheduled for a 7 p.