Week one is in the books, and let's just say it didn't go so well for the MAC East. Akron did well for itself amidst the chaos, while NIU fans may not like where their Huskies sit after the loss to Wyoming.
| Rank | Team | Points (first place votes) | Notes from Week One |
| 1 | WMU | 15 (9) | The hype train hasn't missed a beat. The Broncos dominated time of possession and never turned the ball over against Northwestern on their way to 1-0 |
| 2 | Toledo | 22 (3) | Toledo continues to dominate Arkansas State. |