Central Michigan dominated Kent State 28-16 at Dix Stadium behind a balanced attack led by quarterback Joe Labas, who threw touchdown passes to Tommy McIntosh and DeCorion Temple. Running back Brock Townsend punched in two crucial rushing touchdowns, including a 10-yard score that halted Kent State's momentum after Wayne Harris' electrifying 59-yard punt return. The Golden Flashes' late touchdown by Dru DeShields came too late as the Chippewas secured the road victory.