As we approach the 2024 college football season, the Mid-American Conference (MAC) is set to showcase some of the most intriguing offensive units in the country. This feature ranks each team's offense based on their quarterback situations, notable transfers, and overall talent at the skill positions. Here’s a comprehensive look at the MAC offensive rankings for 2024.
1. Toledo Rockets
Quarterback: Tucker Gleason
Running Back: Jacquez Stuart, Sevaughn Clark
Wide Receiver: Jerjuan Newton, Junior Vandeross
Tight End: Anthony Torres
Overview: Toledo boasts a potent offense led by Tucker Gleason at quarterback. With strong running backs and a deep receiving corps, the Rockets are poised to dominate the MAC offensively.
2. Northern Illinois Huskies
Quarterback: Ethan Hampton, C.J. Jordan (Transfer from Idaho)
Running Back: Antario Brown, Gavin Williams
Wide Receiver: Trayvon Rudolph, Grayson Barnes
Tight End: Chris Carter
Overview: Northern Illinois features a balanced offense led by Ethan Hampton and strengthened by the addition of C.J. Jordan. The Huskies have strong skill players across the board.
3. Central Michigan Chippewas
Quarterback: Bert Emanuel, Joe Labas (Transfer from Iowa)
Running Back: Marion Lukes, Myles Bailey
Wide Receiver: Tyson Davis, Jesse Prewitt III
Tight End: Decorion Temple
Overview: Central Michigan's offense is dynamic, with Bert Emanuel and Joe Labas leading the charge. The Chippewas have a deep and talented group of skill players.
4. Bowling Green Falcons
Quarterback: Connor Bazelak (Transfer from Indiana), Camden Orth
Running Back: Terion Stewart, Jaison Patterson
Wide Receiver: RJ Garcia, Malcolm Johnson
Tight End: Harold Fannin
Overview: Bowling Green's offense is bolstered by the addition of Connor Bazelak. The Falcons have strong playmakers at wide receiver and running back, making them a formidable unit.
5. Eastern Michigan Eagles
Quarterback: Cole Snyder (Transfer from Buffalo)
Running Back: Delbert Mimms, Dontae McMillan
Wide Receiver: JB Mitchell, Porter Rooks
Tight End: Jonathan Odom
Overview: Eastern Michigan's offense features a balanced attack led by Cole Snyder. The Eagles have reliable targets at receiver and a solid running game.
6. Miami (OH) Redhawks
Quarterback: Brett Gabbert, Maddox Kopp (Transfer from Houston)
Running Back: Dylan Downing, Kenny Tracy
Wide Receiver: Javon Tracy, Cade McDonald
Tight End: Jack Coldiron
Overview: Miami's offense is led by the experienced Brett Gabbert and strengthened by Maddox Kopp. The Redhawks have a strong running game and reliable receivers.
7. Western Michigan Broncos
Quarterback: Hayden Wolff (Transfer from Old Dominion)
Running Back: Jalen Buckley, Zahir Abdus-Salaam
Wide Receiver: Kenneth Womack, Anthony Sambucci
Tight End: Blake Bosma
Overview: Western Michigan's offense is looking to improve with Hayden Wolff at quarterback. The Broncos have potential playmakers at wide receiver and running back.
8. Ohio Bobcats
Quarterback: Parker Navarro (Transfer from UCF), Callum Wither
Running Back: Rickey Hunt, Anthony Tyus
Wide Receiver: Chase Hendricks, Coleman Owen
Tight End: Bryce Butler
Overview: Ohio's offense is dynamic with Parker Navarro leading the charge. The Bobcats have a balanced attack with solid skill players.
9. Ball State Cardinals
Quarterback: Kadin Semonza, Chase Harrison
Running Back: Braedon Sloan, Vaughn Pemberton
Wide Receiver: Qian Magwood, Ty Robinson
Tight End: Tanner Koziol
Overview: Ball State's offense is young and promising, with Kadin Semonza at quarterback. The Cardinals have potential at the skill positions but need more consistency.
10. Buffalo Bulls
Quarterback: CJ Ogbonna, Jack Shields
Running Back: Jacqez Barksdale, Al-Jay Henderson
Wide Receiver: Nik McMillan, Taji Johnson
Tight End: Evan King
Overview: Buffalo's offense is in a rebuilding phase, with CJ Ogbonna leading a relatively inexperienced group. The Bulls have potential but need more development.
11. Akron Zips
Quarterback: Ben Finley (Transfer from NC State), Tahj Bullock (Transfer from Virginia Tech)
Running Back: Jordon Simmons, Marquese Williams
Wide Receiver: Alex Adams, Bobby Golden
Tight End: Jake Newell
Overview: Akron's offense is looking to improve with Ben Finley and Tahj Bullock. The Zips have potential playmakers but need more consistency.
12. Kent State Golden Flashes
Quarterback: Tommy Ulatowski, JD Sherrod
Running Back: Gavin Garcia, Ky Thomas
Wide Receiver: Chrishon McCray, Luke Floriea
Tight End: Hayden Junker
Overview: Kent State's offense has potential but lacks depth and experience. Tommy Ulatowski will need to develop quickly to elevate the Golden Flashes' offensive performance.
The MAC Conference features a diverse array of offensive talents heading into the 2024 season. Toledo, Northern Illinois, and Central Michigan lead the pack with their explosive playmakers and strong quarterback situations, bolstered by significant transfers. Keep an eye on these teams as they battle for supremacy in one of college football's most competitive conferences.
Stay tuned to the Raymond Report at ATS STATS for more in-depth analysis and updates throughout the season.
