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Team History
They hold the distinction of most successful program in the MAC, with over 700 wins. Their nickname is the Cradle of Coaches. Paul Brown, Bo Schembechler, Ron Zook, John Harbaugh, and Sean McVay all played here. On a run that's seen 5 bowl games and 2 conference titles in the last 6 years, they look to keep up the standard.
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Quick Facts
Peak of Program
In the early 70's they went 24 consecutive games without a loss. Finishing in the top 15 of the AP poll for 3 seasons in a row. They won bowl games over Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina those years.
Rock Bottom
From 2013 to 2015 they won just 4 combined FBS games over 3 seasons. The 2013 team went winless and averaged under 10 points per game.
Best Ever Player
Ben Roethlisberger (QB, 2001–2003): MAC MVP and 3rd team All American in 2003. The team finished 13-1 ranked #10 in the final poll with wins over Northwestern, Cincinnati, UCF, and Louisville.
Best Ever Coach
Dick Crum (1974-1977): Across the four seasons he was there, the team won 10+ games three separate times.
Stadium
Yager Stadium
First Season
1888
Enrollment
18,000