Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images NIU ensures history doesn’t repeat in an evisceration of fellow directional Illinois school. Last season’s home opener at historic Huskie Stadium in DeKalb, Illinois saw one of the worst defeats in program history, as the Southern Illinois Salukis stole a 14-11 victory in what could charitably described as a rock fight. What made … [Read more...] about NIU defends home turf in season-opening 54-15 win vs. WIU
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Akron’s early heroics crumble late in 52-6 loss to Ohio State
Barbara J. Perenic/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK Akron gave a spirited effort for three quarters, but the Buckeyes proved inevitable. The Akron Zips, 48.5 point underdogs by most prognosticators, weren’t expected to score first in their contest vs. the Ohio State Buckeyes. Many people certainly didn’t expect the Zips to be able to push the envelope at the end of … [Read more...] about Akron’s early heroics crumble late in 52-6 loss to Ohio State
Ohio shows moxie in 38-22 road loss to Syracuse
Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports Ohio answers a lot of questions in a spirited performance against the Orange in the season opener. Fran Brown came away tonight with his first victory as a head coach behind a talented offense and some staunch red zone defense but it was anything but easy for the Syracuse Orange (1-0). For a team who is in the process replacing nine … [Read more...] about Ohio shows moxie in 38-22 road loss to Syracuse
Northwestern defends the lake, holds off Miami (OH) in scrappy 13-6 finish
David Banks-USA TODAY Sports The reigning MAC champs experience their second-straight opener without scoring a touchdown. Saturday afternoon in Evanston, IL presented an atmosphere unlike one we’ve seen before. Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium is a temporary venue the Northwestern Wildcats will utilize for home games during the 2024 and 2025 seasons while … [Read more...] about Northwestern defends the lake, holds off Miami (OH) in scrappy 13-6 finish
Western Michigan vs. Wisconsin: Reminiscing on the last meeting at the Cotton Bowl
Eight years have passed and the Broncos and Badgers are at it for the first time since sharing the New Year’s Six stage in 2016. “Surreal” would be the only way to describe it. Chants of “Row the Boat” echoed throughout AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX as one half of the grandiose venue was decorated in the colors of brown and gold. One of the largest conglomerations of … [Read more...] about Western Michigan vs. Wisconsin: Reminiscing on the last meeting at the Cotton Bowl