UMass Football supporters launch a petition in support of the program.
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All the MAC scores and write-ups from the league site.
The Chicago Tribune says NIU's rout of Purdue was a historic win.
UMass's next foe Bowling Green ran their record to 4-1 by beating Akron 31-14 in front of 13, 262 at home.
MAC conference-mate Buffalo flat trounced UConn 41-12.
MAC Report Online has more game reports.
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Vanderbilt's offense had an easier time against UAB and won 52-24.
Wisconsin ran up 399 yards of offense, but fell to #4 Ohio State 31-24.
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Maine knocked off #20 Richmond 28-21 to run the Black Bears record to 4-1.
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