Marion Lukes News, Rumors, Updates - Central Michigan Chippewas

78 yards vs. NIU Lukes had 13 carries for 78 yards and gathered in his only target for 20 yards during Saturday's 24-16 loss against Northern Illinois.

Impact Lukes led the Chippewas' backfield yet again, and he also snagged his only target for a 20-yard gain. The senior running back ended the season with double-digit carries in all but one of his appearances, marking a huge contribution to CMU's offense. He finished out the campaign with 161 attempts for 788 rushing yards and five touchdowns.

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

105 total yards in close victory Lukes had 15 rushes for 93 yards and caught 1 of 3 targets for 12 yards during Tuesday's 16-14 victory against Western Michigan.

Impact The senior RB1 had a huge role in the Chippewas' offense, though it was senior running back B.J. Harris who notched the only score for the team. Lukes was still extremely efficient on the ground, amassing his best total yardage since Week 8. He'll look to cap off the season well against NIU next week.

NOVEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores sole touchdown in blowout Lukes posted 19 rushes for 80 yards and one touchdown and gathered in all two targets for five yards during Tuesday's 37-10 defeat versus Toledo.

Impact Lukes was the only bright spot of the the Chippewas' offense in the tough loss, especially with freshman quarterback Jadyn Glasser under center. The senior running back now has double-digit carries in all but one game this season, keeping him at high output for the final weeks of the season.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Utilized heavily vs. Bowling Green Lukes recorded 20 rushes for 72 yards during Tuesday's 23-13 defeat against Bowling Green.

Impact Lukes did only end the matchup with 72 yards, but an overall passing struggle by the Chippewas made him the focal point of the offense for much of the game. The senior running back now has 114 attempts for 537 yards and four touchdowns on the year, and he'll look to keep a high workload against Toledo next week.

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Terrible outing in blowout Lukes totaled 15 carries for 25 yards during Saturday's 46-7 defeat versus Miami (OH).

Impact Lukes had his fifth-straight game with double-digit carries, but he wasn't able to capitalize as he averaged just 1.6 yards per carry. The nature of the blowout did make the running back take a hit output-wise, so he'll look to pick it back up after the Chippewas' bye as they'll face Bowling Green on Nov. 5.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Huge day on the ground Lukes posted 13 rushes for 118 yards and hauled in his only target for 22 yards during Saturday's 38-34 loss versus Eastern Michigan.

Impact Lukes logged another huge rushing day for the Chippewas, as he put up over 100 yards for the second week in a row. The senior running back has a huge command over Central Michigan's rushing attack, and his productivity hasn't lacked even with rushing quarterbacks added to the scene in the recent weeks.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Three tuddys vs. Ohio Lukes accrued 20 rushes for 110 yards and three touchdowns and caught 5 of 7 targets for 31 yards during Saturday's 27-25 defeat to Ohio.

Impact Lukes was as solid on the ground as he could've been, leading a season-high campaign in carries, rushing yards, and touchdowns. The senior ball carrier hasn't gotten volume like this yet this season, but he's seen exponential growth in output in the recent weeks so could punch in another big game next week versus Eastern Michigan.

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Big day in all facets vs. SDSU Lukes logged 16 rushes for 76 yards and caught all three targets for 57 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 22-21 win over San Diego State.

Impact Lukes showed off some solid receiving abilities especially with a score as Central Michigan barely beat SDSU. The senior running back currently has full control of the team's backfield at this point in the season, and double-digit carries should keep giving him big output in the coming weeks.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back on field Lukes is back on the field after leaving Saturday's game with an injury, SB Nation reports.

Impact Lukes left Saturday's game in the first half with an apparent knee injury that was serious enough for him to be helped off the field. As it turns out, it was not that serious as he is back on the field receiving touches.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves Saturday's game Lukes (knee) left Saturday's game at Illinois with an injury, SB Nation reports.

Impact Lukes was injured during the first half of Saturday's contest. He was grabbing his knee following a play and was unable to get off the field on his own. The severity of his injury is currently unknown, as is his status for the rest of the game.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Taken off injury report Marion Lukes is not listed on Central Michigan's injury report ahead of their matchup versus FIU on Saturday.

Impact Lukes missed the season opener against Central Connecticut State a week ago but is now set to make his season debut. He will look to build off his production from last season, where he amassed over 1,000 yards from scrimmage in addition to finding the end zone five times.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for opener Lukes (undisclosed) is out for Thursday's game versus Central Connecticut State.

Impact Lukes will miss the season opener with an undisclosed injury. The extent of the injury is currently unknown. He is coming off a very strong season for the Chippewas where he recorded over 1,000 yards from scrimmage and scored five touchdowns.

AUGUST 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tops 200 yards vs. NIU Lukes had 21 carries for 202 yards and a touchdown Tuesday night against Northern Illinois.

Impact Lukes has scored in back-to-back games, as he has become the Chippewas' No. 1 back (53 carries over the last three games). Central Michigan will next face Western Michigan on Nov. 7.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets 100 total yards vs. Ball State Lukes had 18 carries for 58 yards and a touchdown, along with five catches for 42 yards, on Saturday against Ball State.

Impact Lukes suffered a knee injury last week, but he has good to go and he operated as the Chippewas' lead back. He has at least three catches in four of the last five games.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Lukes (knee) is available for Saturday's game versus Ball State.

Impact Lukes is good to go Saturday after injuring his knee in the previous week. The junior running back has logged 54 carries for 202 yards and one touchdown across seven appearances this season.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marion Lukes' go-ahead TD run leads Central Michigan over Eastern Michigan 26-23 in MAC opener

Marion Lukes ran for a go-ahead 24-yard touchdown midway through the fourth quarter and Central Michigan held off Eastern Michigan 26-23 on Saturday in a Mid-American Conference op...

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • Associated Press

Tops 40 yards vs. Missouri Lukes had five carries for 44 yards, with a long of 21 yards, Saturday against Missouri.

Impact Lukes got some work in his college debut behind Lew Nichols. With Kobe Lewis out, he made a case for a solid role going forward.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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Marion Lukes' go-ahead TD run leads Central Michigan over Eastern Michigan 26-23 in MAC opener