The Rockets were led by Jason Candle in his ninth year as the head coach.

The Rockets played home games at the Glass Bowl, located in Toledo, Ohio.

[1] In week 3, the Rockets pulled off a 41–17 upset victory over Mississippi State from the SEC with a payout of $1.2 million.

[2] On July 19 the MAC announced the preseason coaches poll.

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