Early-to-mid December is one of the most loaded news cycles of the year in college football. Although the action on the field is at a minimal, news runs high as the end of the 2022 season collides with preparation for 2023. As teams prepare for bowl games, coaching moves and transfer portal dominate the headlines. But also, prestigious awards such as the Heisman Trophy and All-American honors are handed out.
The Associated Press released its All-American team Tuesday, and there was no lack of MACtion on it. The AP All-American Third Team consisted of three defenders from the Mid-American Conference — Eastern Michigan defensive end Jose Ramirez, Toledo cornerback Quinyon Mitchell, and Buffalo free safety Marcus Fuqua.