NIU defeated WIU 54-15 in their season opener, with Ethan Hampton throwing 5 touchdowns.

Northern Illinois (NIU) triumphed over Western Illinois (WIU) in their season opener, winning 54-15. Quarterback Ethan Hampton threw four first-half touchdown passes and totaled five for the game, while the team amassed 706 offensive yards. In contrast, WIU's offense struggled, with quarterback Nathan Lamp managing 204 passing yards and the team only gaining 94 rushing yards. NIU will face Notre Dame next week.

September 01, 2024
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