
Chippewas look to regroup after New Mexico opener
Central Michigan lost 38-7 in Albuquerque as New Mexico controlled the first half. Matt Drinkall discussed the need for improvements before the Chippewas' home opener against Colgate.
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Central Michigan lost 38-7 in Albuquerque as New Mexico controlled the first half. Matt Drinkall discussed the need for improvements before the Chippewas' home opener against Colgate.

The season preview explores how CMU's offense is changing in Matt Drinkall's second year. Experienced quarterbacks, four returning offensive-line starters, and additions at running back feature in the team's plans.

The opening-week notes introduce a matchup between teams coming off bowl appearances. Fans can find broadcast information, roster context, record-book links, and a guide to CMU's return to Albuquerque.

Central Michigan scheduled exhibitions against York, Toronto Metropolitan, and Ontario Tech during a five-day visit to Canada. Andy Bronkema described the trip as a chance for extra practice, lineup evaluation, and time together away from campus.

The Chippewas' 2026–27 schedule includes visits to Arkansas, Notre Dame, and Pittsburgh. An expanded 22-game MAC slate gives Central Michigan a home and away meeting with each of its 11 conference opponents.

Central Michigan's 15-game home schedule includes Michigan on November 16 and Purdue on December 10. The Chippewas open against Old Dominion on November 2 before beginning their 18-game MAC campaign at Ball State on January 2.

Central Michigan hired Roark as an assistant coach and Aluyi for operations and player development. The announcement also details promotions for Cody Torpey and Kyle Cousino, plus the addition of athletic trainer Jeffrey Freiberg.

The MAC-SBC Challenge brings Old Dominion to Mount Pleasant on November 2. Central Michigan will travel for the second round on February 6, with the opponent selected later through the conferences' scheduling process.

The West Bloomfield twins signed with Central Michigan to complete its 2026–27 roster. Both earned Michigan Gatorade Player of the Year honors in high school and reunite with Kristin Haynie, who previously recruited them at Michigan State.