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Around the MAC week 1: Northern Illinois upset highlights otherwise difficult week

The MAC football season kicked off this weekend with all 12 teams playing out of conference matchups. The results featured plenty of teams getting handled by Power 5 opponents, others beating up on FCS schools, and a big upset by Northern Illinois.

Buffalo (1-0)

Buffalo started the season off with a statement win on Saturday at home as the Bulls defeated Wagner 69-7. Bulls quarterback Kyle Vantrease threw for 231 yards with a touchdown while completing 15 of his 19 pass attempts. Running back Ron Cook Jr. had 14 touches and rushed for 96 yards while crossing the goal line once.