The Athol News says UMass' defensive improvement comes from better understanding and execution.
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Play Picks looks at the stats for the Eastern Michigan-UMass game.
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The Spun ranks FBS' bottom 25.
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EMU WR Dylan Drummond is named a semifinalist for the William V. Campbell trophy.
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Liberty looks to host the largest home crowds in its history this year.
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UConn is so thin at RB they are considering using 300 pound DT Jelani Stafford in that role. 12 season-ending injuries for the Huskies and it's only September. Independent football ain't easy...
More on UConn's injuries here.
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Meanwhile, the Buffalo Bulls want to build off their win over Eastern Michigan last week.
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