2026 Mid-American Conference Leaders Total Defense - Games vs. Ranked Teams Only (AP Poll) through 09/25/2026
| Name | G | Rush Yards | Pass Yards | Plays | Total Yards | Yards/Play | Yards/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Western Michigan | 1 | 106 | 170 | 48 | 276 | 5.75 | 276.0 |
| 2 | Kent State | 1 | 145 | 382 | 66 | 527 | 7.98 | 527.0 |
| 3 | Buffalo | 1 | 304 | 269 | 67 | 573 | 8.55 | 573.0 |
| 4 | Ball State | 1 | 237 | 434 | 72 | 671 | 9.32 | 671.0 |