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NIU key player: Chandler Harnish

By Eli Gehn | November 14, 2011

How many yards will Chandler Harnish put up this week?

Harnish continues to shred opposing defenses with his dual-threat capabilities, and it seems no one has an answer to stop him.

Harnish continues to put records on the board for NIU quarterback play, and if he throws one more touchdown pass tonight, he will hold the record for most passing touchdowns in Huskies history, surpassing George Bork.

The Bluffington, Ind. native has continued to put up big numbers on the ground, rushing for 1,022 yards, which ranks third in the MAC.

"With Chandler doing good, I'm really proud of him," said NIU running back Jasmin Hopkins. "I hope he keeps doing what he's been doing; he's a playmaker."

NIU's offense will continue to be successful if Harnish is able to keep opposing defenses on their heels.

Ball State is ranked last in total defense in the MAC, giving up over 490 yards per game.

And with Harnish playing as well as he has, it makes everyone else on the offensive side better, making the Huskies offense tough to contain.

Toledo offensive breakdown

By Brian Belford | October 30, 2011

Quarterbacks Junior Austin Dantin and sophomore Terrance Owens split time at quarterback for the Rockets, and have spearheaded an offense that scores 36 points per game, ranking second in the MAC. Dantin has played in one more game and leads the team...

Toledo defensive breakdown

By Brian Belford | October 30, 2011

Defensive Line Toledo has an experienced defensive line with starting defensive tackles Johnie Roberts, Johnathan Lamb and senior defensive end Malcolm Riley. The trio has helped the Rockets rank second in the MAC in rushing defense and fourth in the...

Breaking down NIU's first half

Breaking down NIU’s first half

October 18, 2011

Brian BelfordIt’s very hard for me to say this, because it seems like time has acquired light speed rocket boosters these days, but the football season is half over for NIU.So, after seven games, and a 4-3 record, where do the Huskies stand?We can look...

Rugby earns highest ranking in 43 years

By Ed Reitveld | September 27, 2011

DeKALB | NIU's Men Rugby received its highest ranking in the programs 43 year history recently.The Huskies ranked No. 24 in the nation after last season, but they've trumped that placement.NIU rugby vice president Ryan Dertinger said the team moved up...

Intramurals offer variety of sports and clubs

By Abbe Barton | September 27, 2011

DeKALB | Intramural sports at NIU allow all students to partake in everyday sports as well as some that people may never have heard of."Our goal is to offer diverse activities/sports to get everyone involved, not just the athletes from high school," said...

Football Recap from sports editor Jimmy Johnson

By Jimmy Johnson | September 5, 2011

DeKALB | The no-huddle scheme was implemented to create a quick and aggressive plan of attack for NIU's offense. In their season opener against Army on Saturday night, the Huskies executed their fast offensive philosophy crisply and precisely as they...

NIU rips Army 49-26

By Eli Gehn | September 3, 2011

NIU football hit the ground running in its season opener against the Army Black Knights Saturday.With 17,003 in attendance, the Huskies (1-0) controlled the game throughout, pummeling Army (0-1), 49-26 at Brigham Field."My job is to have the football...

NCAA needs to focus on crime, not extra benefits

By Jerry Burnes | June 27, 2011

Excuse me if this is short, but my arm is still a little sore.See, I went to get a tattoo last night. Which was great, because being short on cash, I only had to trade away one of Illinois Press Association awards for my new "Cubs World Series 2012" ink.It...

Former NIU cornerback not affected by lockout

By Tony Osborne | June 16, 2011

DeKALB | The NFL lockout did not seem to affect former NIU cornerback Chris Smith. Smith was drafted in the 4th round, 17th pick overall to the Omaha Nighthawks in the 2011 draft for the United Football League, a professional football organization made...

NFL careers still on hold for Spann, Kube

By Eli Gehn | June 10, 2011

DeKALB | Former NIU Huskie football players Chad Spann and Alex Kube are waiting for a phone call to be signed to play in the NFL. Both players went undrafted in April's NFL Draft, making them undrafted free agents."I'm just doing a lot of working out...