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Moore aims for the history books

By Brian Earle | December 29, 2012

Senior wide receiver Martel Moore has put together one of the best statistical seasons in wide receiver history at NIU. This season, Moore caught 71 passes, which is the fifth-most in a singles season, for 1,054 yards, which is fourth-most in a single...

Huskies have talents beyond Lynch

By Matt Hopkison | December 29, 2012

Junior quarterback Jordan Lynch has been the face of NIU football, the MAC conference and of every mid-major Heisman hopeful all season long. Lynch came into the season as a major question mark: Could he handle the position? Could he throw effectively...

FSU red shirt junior defensive back Xavier Rhodes responds to media questions during an FSU defensive players news conference on Saturday. The Seminoles will play the NIU Huskies in the 2013 Discover Orange Bowl on Jan. 1.

Can Seminoles stop Huskies’ run game?

By Brian Earle | December 29, 2012

Something is going to have to give in this matchup on New Year’s Day between NIU and Florida State. The Seminoles enter this game with the No. 5 rushing defense in the nation, only surrendering 10 rushing touchdowns all season. They allow a mere 92.62...

Florida State offense vs NIU defense will be key

By Matt Hopkinson | December 28, 2012

While the Orange Bowl match-up has been billed as David versus Goliath, as well as an explosive offensive versus a suffocating defense, there is more than meets the eye. The offense of NIU is not the only aspect that has allowed it to become the first...

Huskies’ second practice doesn’t go as smoothly as first

By Matt Hopkinson | December 27, 2012

While the warm weather is providing a forced adaptation for NIU football, the team's second practice was not as hot performance-wise as its first. “It wasn’t as sharp; it was still good, don’t get me wrong,” said coach Rod Carey. “They know...

Wide receivers lead way with blocking

By Brian Earle | December 27, 2012

It is no secret NIU football has thrived in the running game this season. While the offensive line and tight ends receive most of the credit for blocking in the run game, the wide receivers deserve recognition as well. The wide receiving core pride themselves...

Running back to play increased role in Orange Bowl game

By Brian Earle | December 27, 2012

While quarterback Jordan Lynch was the prime source of offense during the course of the regular season, expect to see an increased role in the Orange Bowl from running back Akeem Daniels. With running backs Leighton Settle and Keith Harris both ruled...

Miami, baby: NIU arrives in Sunshine State for bowl game

By Matt Hopkinson | December 27, 2012

Over the course of the last five weeks, NIU football has been through a whirlwind of events. Starting with the Huskies' victory in the MAC championship at the end of November, they have since lost their head coach, found a replacement and become the first...

Junior quarterback Jordan Lynch speaks to fans at the half time rally during the Huskies basketball game. Lynch asked fans to come out and support the Huskies in their Orange Bowl game.

NIU gets in the Orange Bowl spirit with Convo pep rally

By Joe Palmer | December 5, 2012

“We’re taking our talents to South Beach!” That’s how senior defensive end Sean Progar ended his speech at the NIU Discover Orange Bowl pep rally in the Convocation Center on Wednesday. The rally, which took place at halftime during the NIU men’s...

Lynch named All-American quarterback

By Northern Star Staff | December 4, 2012

Although junior quarterback Jordan Lynch was not named a Heisman finalist this season, he was named to the CBSSports.com All-America Third Team. Lynch led the Huskies to a school-record 12 wins and NCAA’s longest winning streak at 12. He was a big part...

Daniels an offensive powerhouse, takes pressure off Lynch in MAC title game

By Matt Hopkinson | December 4, 2012

It’s been a bittersweet weekend respite for NIU football fans. The Huskies captured their second straight MAC Championship title on Friday night with their overtime victory over Kent State. Junior quarterback Jordan Lynch broke Denard Robinson’s national...

Lynch deserved more Heisman credit

By Brian Earle | December 3, 2012

The finalists for the Hesiman Trophy and a trip to New York for the ceremony were announced Monday. Three finalists were named, including Texas A&M freshman quarterback Johnny Manziel, Notre Dame senior linebacker Manti Te’o and Kansas State senior...