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Four seniors named captains for 2017 football season

Central Michigan’s Joe Ostman (top) and others celebrate an interception by Josh Cox against Oklahoma State during a football game on Sept. 10 at Oklahoma State University.

Tight end Tyler Conklin, cornerback Amari Coleman, defensive lineman Joe Ostman and running back Devon Spalding were voted captains of the 2017 Central Michigan football team yesterday by their teammates.

Conklin tallied 42 receptions and six touchdowns for the Chippewas last season. He was named CMU's offensive newcomer of the year last season. Conklin is currently ruled out after having foot surgery on August 9. There is no timetable for his return.