Heading into Saturday’s game against No. 1 Ohio State, many questioned whether football could compete with the national champions, but the Huskies proved to be ready for any challenge thrown their way.PredictionsLeading up to game day, I battled all...

After being 34-point underdogs heading into Saturday’s game against Ohio State, football (2-1, 0-0 MAC) lost to the Buckeyes 20-13.In the first quarter, NIU struck first after junior OSU quarterback Cardale Jones threw an interception to sophomore cornerback...

Football (2-1, 0-0 MAC) fell to No. 1 Ohio State (3-0) for a final score of 20-13.Coming into the game, the Buckeyes were a 34.5 favorite over the Huskies, but the showdown proved to be the complete opposite.The Huskies took a quick 7-0 lead after an...

Fans share their excitement after the Huskies defeated Murray State 57-26 on Saturday. NIU will head to Columbus, Ohio, on Sept. 19 to take on Big Ten powerhouse Ohio State. [View the story "Huskie fans react to football win" on Storify]

Catch up on the news and columns you missed this academic year by checking out the 10 most-read Northern Star stories.If you're interested in all the news -- and there was quite a bit in between the Huskies losing at Homecoming and the university implementing...

Football redshirt senior Rasheen “Rock” Lemon has been suspended indefinitely from the team.Lemon, who is an outside linebacker, was charged with domestic battery on April 12. He was suspended immediately after the football program learned about the...

Defense stole the show in the third annual Huskie Bowl as Team Black shut out Team Cardinal Saturday at Huskie Stadium.Team Black picked off Team Cardinal on the third play off the scrimmage, running it back for a touchdown, and the 21-0 rout was on.“Anytime...

Those attending the Huskie Bowl can also donate supplies for the victims of Thursday's tornadoes in northern Illinois.Donations will be accepted at tables during the Communiversity Block Party on the west side of Huskie Stadium. The tables will be staffed...