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Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield celebrates after a 4-yard touchdown pass to Dontrell Hilliard during the first half in an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)

Mayfield and Browns lack offensive spark

By Matt Boecker | September 10, 2019

DeKALB — After another long NFL offseason, fans were treated to an eventful weekend on and off the field. Here are some of the biggest stories from week one:New look Cleveland Browns play like old Cleveland BrownsAfter all the Super Bowl buzz from the...

At the 50: Bowers makes early impact with Huskies

At the 50: Bowers makes early impact with Huskies

By Mike Knapp | September 8, 2019

Bowers aims for his target receiver against University of Utah Saturday at Rice Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City.

At the 50: Huskies anchored by experienced defense in win over ISU

By Mike Knapp | September 1, 2019

DeKALB —The Huskies entered the 2019 season with a defense that has a chance to be very, very good.While there were some question marks on the offensive side of the football, the defense was back with a deep and experienced unit. The Huskies were ready...

Powerhouse programs will dominate college football, NIU facing top-5 conference contenders

Powerhouse programs will dominate college football, NIU facing top-5 conference contenders

By Mike Knapp | August 30, 2019

DeKALB — College football has one of the longest off-seasons in sports, so it’s no surprise that the start of the season brings plenty of excitement.It’s been 234 days since Clemson beat Alabama, 44-16, Jan. 7 to win its second championship in...

Fantasy football sleepers with a high ceiling

Fantasy football sleepers with a high ceiling

By Matt Boecker | August 28, 2019

DeKALB — Unforeseen events in the NFL offseason and preseason can open the door for unexpected players to have breakout seasons. Whether it be caused by injury, contract holdouts or major acquisitions made by their team, these are some players to look...

Attending Huskie sporting events important for programs’ success

By Maddie Barrett | August 26, 2019

DeKALB — The fans' support, the food and the entertainment are all key reasons to attend games.Attending games gives you the opportunity to meet people, eat snacks, tailgate and cheer on our Huskies.We have competitive athletic programs at NIU. Our...

New athletics ticket system set to take place this fall

New athletics ticket system set to take place this fall

By Maddie Barrett | August 23, 2019

DeKALB— NIU Athletics is launching a new and convenient way to gain access into athletic events. The days of forgetting your OneCards are over, as students can now present their tickets at the gate electronically through their smartphones.All full-time...

NIU faces off against ISU in Aug. 31 game.

Players praise Hammock for his player-friendly coaching philosophy

By Marcel Carrasco | August 23, 2019

DeKALB — As the 2019 football season approaches, Head Coach Thomas Hammock looks to lead the Huskies as a coach instead of as the star running back from his playing days at NIU.Before being named the 23rd head coach in NIU’s football program, Hammock...

Golden State Warriors center JaVale McGee holds up the Larry O'Brien NBA Championship Trophy after Game 5 of basketball's NBA Finals between the Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers in Oakland, Calif., Monday, June 12, 2017. The Warriors won 129-120 to win the NBA championship. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

Huff’s Hoops: NBA Finals

By Jarrett Huff | May 30, 2019

The NBA Finals have been decided with the Golden State Warriors taking on the Toronto Raptors. The Warriors defeated the Portland Trailblazers in four games, and the Raptors defeated the Milwaukee Bucks in six games.This will be the fifth consecutive...

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