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Northern Illinois' Furqan Muhammad carries the ball against Central Michigan during the Huskies' 45-31 loss on Nov.

Northern Illinois defensive end Sean Progar gives a high-five during Friday's practice at the DeKalb Sports Recreation Center in preparation for the Jan.

Northern Illinois interrupted its team banquet Sunday night for some breaking news.

Between his recent dental surgery and whatever virus courses through his veins - and pays special attention to his vocal cords - Northern Illinois coach Jerry Kill needs to spend a day or two healing instead of hollering.

After watching the film of Saturday's 27-22 victory at Miami , Northern Illinois football coach Jerry Kill says quarterback DeMarcus Grady's comfort level grew as the game progressed.

MADISON, Wis. – Youth is a big theme for Northern Illinois this season and it was on display during Saturday's 28-20 loss at Wisconsin.

Last updated on 09/02/2009 at 10:04 p.m. John Clay is a freak of nature. Coming out of high school, the Badgers running back sprinted a 4.5 second 40-yard dash.

Redshirt freshman Brian Lawson has the inside track to start at nose guard in the season-opener against Wisconsin, defensive coordinator Tracy Claeys said after Thursday's practice at Huskie Stadium.

DeKALB – Sometimes life opens up a spot for a reason a player doesn't like or even doesn't fully understand, one that has nothing to do with on-field performance and one he has to move on and accept.

DeKALB – Sometimes life opens up a spot for a reason a player doesn't like or even doesn't fully understand, one that has nothing to do with on-field performance and one he has to move on and accept.

The third and final football media day of the past week was held this afternoon at the Yordon Center and Northern Illinois coach Jerry Kill answered questions about a variety of topics for a solid half hour.

A short report tonight with a Saturday morning practice less than 12 hours away... Redshirt freshman Brian Lawson has spent the first two practices with the No.

The third and final football media day of the past week was held this afternoon at the Yordon Center and Northern Illinois coach Jerry Kill answered questions about a variety of topics for a solid half hour.