YPSILANTI, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) — Eastern Michigan University redshirt senior offensive lineman Cole Gardner (Batavia, Ill.-Batavia) will participate in the 2017 Tropical Bowl, scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 15, at Daytona Beach Municipal Stadium in Daytona Beach, Fla. Kickoff is set for 9 a.m., and the All-Mid-American Conference selection will play for the National Team.
Gardner was the starting left tackle on one of the best offensive line units not only in the MAC, but in the country. Gardner started all 13 games protecting the blind side for EMU this season. The converted tight end finished his career playing in 48 career games, making 32 career starts.