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Notre Dame’s head coach Marcus Freeman chose not to participate in the 2024 preseason US LBM Coaches Poll, a departure from previous years. His absence coincides with the Irish securing a No. 5 preseason ranking and five first‑place votes, reflecting a broader pattern among top coaches who increasingly delegate ballot responsibilities.
Marcus Freeman, head coach of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, chose not to participate in the preseason US LBM Coaches Poll, delegating the task to his staff. The omission comes as the program pushes for a spot in the 2025 College Football Playoff, a selection process now driven by a committee rather than polls.
The Broncos will meet the Wolverines on September 5, with coach Lance Taylor leading the charge and a preview featured in The Wolverine’s 2026 football preview magazine.
The 2026 college football season opens with a much‑anticipated showdown between the Michigan Wolverines and Western Michigan, a game that pits a dominant Big Ten program against a MAC champion riding a ten‑win streak.
The Wolverines will host the Broncos on September 5, 2026, in a game that promises fireworks, a massive point spread and a test of Western Michigan’s revamped defense.
Registration is now open for the 2026 Western Michigan Football Kickoff Luncheon, featuring head coach Lance Taylor and a preview of the Broncos' upcoming season.
The Broncos finished first in the 2026 MAC Preseason Coaches Poll with 138 points, highlighting high expectations for the upcoming campaign.
The Mid-American Conference will unveil its 2026 football season during a live kickoff event on July 22 at Detroit’s Ford Field, featuring media sessions with coaches, players and conference leadership.
The Wolverines open the 2026 season with a series of games that range from modest non‑conference foes to formidable Big Ten rivals, each offering a glimpse into the team’s progress under new leadership.