They were led by first year head coach Dino Babers and were members of the East Division of the Mid-American Conference.

T. Smith Stadium • Bowling Green, Kentucky Dino Babers and Jeff Brohm both made their coaching debut for their respective programs.

Bowling Green Quarterback Matt Johnson suffered a broken hip and missed the remainder of the season.

Starting running back Travis Greene was held out of the contest due to an injury he sustained a week prior.

Running back Andre Givens answered the call, rushing for a career-high 157 yards on 38 carries and two touchdowns.