The highly anticipated showdown for the Victory Cannon will take place this Saturday as the Central Michigan Chippewas (5-3) square off against the Western Michigan Broncos (4-4) in a crucial Mid-American Conference clash in Kalamazoo. Both teams enter the game with impressive 3-1 conference records, setting the stage for an exciting matchup.
Central Michigan aims to continue its winning streak, having secured its second consecutive victory last week with a dominating 38-13 triumph over UMass. The Chippewas demonstrated a powerful offensive display, scoring three touchdowns in the first quarter and controlling the game comfortably from there. Quarterback Joe Labas excelled with a 10-of-11 passing rate for 148 yards and two touchdowns. Meanwhile, running back Nahree Biggins contributed significantly with 94 yards on 10 carries, and Brock Townsend added two rushing touchdowns along with a receiving touchdown.
On the other hand, Western Michigan is looking to bounce back after a tough loss to Miami (Ohio), where it surrendered 17 points in the fourth quarter and lost the game 26-17. The Broncos faced critical turnovers, including a fumble that led to a field goal and a failed fourth down attempt late in the game. Broc Lowry led the charge with 172 passing yards and a touchdown, while Tailique Williams was a key offensive weapon, catching five passes for 71 yards and a touchdown.
Last season, Central Michigan reclaimed the Victory Cannon with a narrow 16-14 victory at home against Western Michigan, interrupting the Broncos’ two-year hold on the rivalry. Despite the loss, Western Michigan still holds a slight edge in the all-time series, leading 42-39-1.
This matchup promises to be a thrilling contest for college football fans. Don’t forget to tune in to witness the excitement as Central Michigan takes on Western Michigan, with the game set to kick off on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 4:00 PM ET at Stafford-Smith Field at Waldo Stadium. Fans can watch the action live on ESPN U or stream it on Fubo.