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Nov 8, 2023
Runs for 20 yards
Emanuel (undisclosed) logged three carries for 20 yards during Central Michigan's game Tuesday at Western Michigan.
ANALYSIS
Emanuel was given some snaps during Central Michigan's latest game. Despite being unable to throw the ball, he compensated for such by logging three carries for an average of more than six yards per rush. Now healthy, Emanuel can get a full array of snaps, but that is only if Jase Bauer is out or needs rest.
Nov 7, 2023
Dressed for warmups
Emanuel (shoulder) is dressed and warming up for Tuesday's game against Western Michigan, Central Michigan play-by-play broadcaster Adam Jaksa reports.
ANALYSIS
The freshman was spotted suited up and warming up ahead of Tuesday's game against Western Michigan. Emanuel hasn't played since late September. The quarterback logged 286 yards, three touchdowns and three interceptions in three games played.
Oct 4, 2023
Expected to fully practice
Emanuel (shoulder) is expected to be a full participant in Central Michigan's team practices this week, SB Nation reports.
ANALYSIS
A shoulder injury caused Emanuel to be held out during Central Michigan's previous game. Despite him getting hurt early last Saturday, chances are high that he will prevent a multi-game absence for himself by playing a bit at Buffalo on Oct. 7.
Sep 23, 2023
Barely plays vs. S. Alabama
Emanuel (illness) completed one pass for six yards along with eight rushing yards against South Alabama on Saturday.
ANALYSIS
Emanuel was available after missing last week with an illness, and he barely played, How the quarterback rotation will be between he and Jase Bauer next week against Eastern Michigan is unclear.
Sep 20, 2023
Available during Week 4
Emanuel (illness) is available for Central Michigan's game Saturday at South Alabama, play-by-play broadcaster Adam Jaksa reports.
ANALYSIS
Central Michigan's head coach Jim McElwain used his weekly conference to announce that Emanuel and Jase Bauer will share snaps during Week 4. He logged only one absence while previously ill. Across his first two games of Central Michigan's 2023 season, Emanuel completed 18 passes and recorded 38 carries for 422 yards (280 passing and 142 rushing) and five touchdowns (three passing and two rushing).
Sep 16, 2023
Out due to illness
Emanuel will miss Saturday's game versus Notre Dame due to illness, Pete Byrne of WSBT reports.
ANALYSIS
Emanuel is coming off a four-touchdown performance in Week 2, so his absence Saturday will certainly hurt the Chippewas' chances of an upset bid. Jase Bauer will draw the start under center in his place.
Sep 9, 2023
Accounts for 4 touchdowns vs. UNH
Emanuel went 7-for-19 for 193 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions, along with 101 rushing yards and two scores on the ground, against New Hampshire on Saturday.
ANALYSIS
Other than the two picks against an FCS opponent, a nice outing for Emanuel. A tougher matchup is on the slate against Notre Dame next week.
Sep 1, 2023
Throws touchdown vs. Michigan St.
Emanuel went 11-for-17 passing for 87 yards with one touchdown and one interception, along with a team-high 41 rushing yards, Friday night against Michigan State.
ANALYSIS
Emanuel got the start, while ceding some work to backup Jase Bauer. A far easier matchup is coming against New Hampshire next Saturday.
Sep 1, 2023
Starting versus Michigan State
Emanuel received the starting nod at quarterback Friday versus Michigan State, SB Nation reports.
ANALYSIS
Emanuel started the Chippewas season opener Friday after a lengthy quarterback battle. Still, Jase Bauer is expected to receive snaps versus the Spartans.
Aug 28, 2023
Listed as co-starter
Emanuel is listed as a co-starter for Central Michigan's game Friday at Michigan State.
ANALYSIS
It was previously reported Emanuel and Jase Bauer could split snaps under center, and that seems like the case now, with both quarterbacks being named co-starters for Week 1. The former completed only four passes in 2022 but served as a great rusher, having logged 67 carries for 496 yards (7.4 averaged) and seven touchdowns.
Jul 21, 2023
Could split starting snaps
Emanuel may split starting quarterback responsibilities with Jase Bauer, SB Nation reports.
ANALYSIS
Head coach Jim McElwain noted that Emanuel and Bauer may split starting duties after not naming a starter. Emanuel appeared in four games last season for Central Michigan, passing for 54 yards on a 50.0 percent completion rate. The sophomore quarterback is a former three-star recruit.
Nov 25, 2022
Runs for three TD vs. EMU
Emanuel went 0-for-2 as a passer, but added 75 rushing yards and three touchdowns on the ground Friday against Eastern Michigan.
ANALYSIS
Emanuel had seven rushing scores over the final three games of the season for the Chippewas. He will surely compete with Jase Bauer to be the starting quarterback for Central Michigan next year.
Nov 16, 2022
Runs for long TD vs. WMU
Emmanuel went 3-for-3 for 32 yards, along with 98 rushing yards (with a 60-yard touchdown run), Wednesday night against Western Michigan,
ANALYSIS
Emmanuel has gotten a chance to play the last two games, with four rushing touchdowns in the two contests. He looks likely to be Central Michigan's starting quarterback in 2023.
Nov 9, 2022
Runs for 293, three TD vs. Buffalo
Emanuel completed one of three passes for 22 yards, with 293 rushing yards and three scores on the ground, Wednesday night against Buffalo.
ANALYSIS
The freshman signal caller had scoring runs of 75 and 87 yards as he led the Chippewas' comeback from a 24-7 halftime deficit. It's safe to assume he'll see some playing time over the rest of the season.
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