Marshall at Western Michigan

Saturday, October 23, 1971 Share

Western Michigan beat Marshall 37–⁠0. It was their 10th meeting; after it, Western Michigan led the series 8–⁠2.

AwayMarshall2–⁠8 in 1971

HomeWestern Michigan7–⁠3 in 1971

FinalHigh 63°F, low 58°F, 0.02 in. of rainAttendance 21,200

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Western Michigan 85% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Western Michigan leads 18–⁠9 in 27 meetings, counting the 17 since this game.

Recent meetings
2024	Marshall 27, Western Michigan 20
2004	Marshall 31, Western Michigan 21
2003	Marshall 41, Western Michigan 21
2000	Marshall 19, Western Michigan 14	Mid-American Championship Game
2000	Western Michigan 30, Marshall 10
1999	Marshall 34, Western Michigan 30	Mid-American Championship Game