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Western Michigan Broncos 2026 Preview

Western Michigan went 10-4 (7-1 in the MAC). Here is what changed on the roster, the full 2026 schedule, and where they rank going into the season.

2025 record
10-4
Conference
MAC
Preseason rank
Unranked
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What changed for Western Michigan in 2026

By Kyle Kommes · co-host of Play Me or Fade Me · from his 2026 College Football Guide, as of July 23, 2026
  • New defensive coordinator in Greer Martini (Western Michigan LB Coach)
  • Broc Lowry returns at QB after a sophomore season of 1,803 yards, 9 TDs, and 3 INTs, as well as 963 rushing yards and 14 rushing TDs
  • Jalen Buckley returns at RB after a 2025 season of 1,003 yards and 9 TDs
  • Top player in terms of receiving yards from last season is gone, with the top returner being Baylin Brooks (372 yards, 0 TDs).
  • Returning three starting offensive lineman that allowed 22 sacks in 2025 (T-54th in CFB)
  • 23.2 ppg (92nd out of 136), 340.6 ypg (97th out of 136)
  • Returning four starters on defense, with the top returner being S Javarius Sims (64 tackles). Four transfers are expected to start, including Long Island transfer DE Scoop Gardner Jr. (7 sacks)
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Western Michigan Broncos 2026 schedule

GameOpponentSite
1MichiganAway
2MonmouthHome
3RiceAway
4Boise StateHome
5BuffaloAway
6Kent StateHome
7Central MichiganAway
8ToledoAway
9Bowling GreenHome
10AkronAway
11Home

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Western Michigan Broncos betting FAQ

What is the Western Michigan Broncos 2026 schedule?

Western Michigan Broncos play 11 games in 2026, 5 at home. They open against Michigan. The full schedule is listed on this page.

Are the Western Michigan Broncos ranked in the 2026 preseason?

Western Michigan is outside Kyle Kommes's preseason Top 25 for 2026.

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