Kalamazoo ― The rivalry was back on a Saturday, where it belongs ― at least, if you like good vibes and great drama.

Quarterback Broc Lowry scored touchdowns with his arm and his legs, including a go-ahead strike on fourth down late in the fourth quarter, to lead Western Michigan to a thrilling, 24-21 victory over Central Michigan at a jam-packed Waldo Stadium on Saturday night.

The Broncos hadn't trailed at any point in the game, until the touchdown with just over 2 minutes to go.

"As much as you talk during the week, this is one game and you want to go 1-0 and this is just another game ... we all know how much this means," said Lance Taylor, Western Michigan's third-year head coach. "They're special.

"It just means a little bit more. ... I saw the joy on our kids' faces. ... You try

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