2023 Mid-American Conference Leaders Opponent First Downs - Games vs. Ranked Teams Only (AP Poll) through 01/08/2024
| Name | G | Rush | Pass | Penalty | Total | Total/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Western Michigan | 1 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 19 | 19.0 |
| 2 | Buffalo | 1 | 9 | 9 | 2 | 20 | 20.0 |
| 3 | Central Michigan | 1 | 13 | 10 | 0 | 23 | 23.0 |
| 4 | Ball State | 1 | 7 | 13 | 2 | 22 | 22.0 |
| 5 | Bowling Green | 2 | 22 | 14 | 1 | 37 | 18.5 |