2026 Mid-American Conference Leaders Rushing Defense - Games vs. Ranked Teams Only (AP Poll) through 11/04/2026
| Name | G | Att | Yards | Avg. | TD | Att/G | Yards/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akron | 1 | 33 | 203 | 6.15 | 1 | 33.00 | 203.00 |
| 2 | Ball State | 1 | 35 | 237 | 6.77 | 3 | 35.00 | 237.00 |
| 3 | Western Michigan | 1 | 42 | 173 | 4.12 | 1 | 42.00 | 173.00 |
| 4 | Kent State | 2 | 77 | 423 | 5.49 | 8 | 38.50 | 211.50 |
| 5 | Central Michigan | 2 | 78 | 406 | 5.21 | 7 | 39.00 | 203.00 |