2026 Mid-American Conference Leaders Opponent First Downs - Games vs. Ranked Teams Only (AP Poll) through 11/04/2026
| Name | G | Rush | Pass | Penalty | Total | Total/G | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ball State | 1 | 10 | 22 | 0 | 32 | 32.0 |
| 2 | Western Michigan | 1 | 14 | 6 | 1 | 21 | 21.0 |
| 3 | Akron | 1 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 20 | 20.0 |
| 4 | Kent State | 2 | 22 | 35 | 3 | 60 | 30.0 |
| 5 | Central Michigan | 2 | 22 | 27 | 10 | 59 | 29.5 |