GRANVILLE, Ohio – The four-time defending champions Indiana Wesleyan were the unanimous pick among Mideast League coaches to win a fifth-straight title in 2026, as the MSFA Mideast Preseason Coaches' Poll was released on Friday.
Indiana Wesleyan completed a perfect 5-0 record in the Mideast last season, marking their second consecutive year with an undefeated conference record. The Wildcats reached the NAIA FCS Quarterfinals for the fourth consecutive year last season, and ended the season ranked No. 10 in the NAIA. IWU has lost just one MSFA contest in the past four seasons.
To determine the preseason rankings, head coaches across the league rank their fellow Mideast League members from top to bottom, with 1st place earning 5 points, 2nd place earning 4 points, etc. Coaches are not permitted to vote for their own teams.
IWU kicks off the 2026 season on August 28 as they host Dordt University. Tickets for this top-ranked matchup can be purchased at www.IWUWildcats.com/tickets or by clicking
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2026 MSFA Mideast League Preseason Poll
- Indiana Wesleyan - 25 pts (5 first-place votes)
- Taylor - 19 pts (1)
- University of Saint Francis (Ind.) - 19 pts
- Defiance - 12 pts
- Lawrence Tech - 9 pts
- Madonna - 6 pts
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