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Huskies Fall 35-19 Against Western Michigan - Game Recap
NIU was unable to contain Jalen Buckley on Tuesday and the result was a 35-19 Week 13 loss against the Broncos.
Western Michigan was the ATS victor, as they covered the -7.0-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 39.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
Jalen Buckley rushed for 133 yards, while Devin Miles added 105 yards in the win. Christian Leary and Aveion Chenault added 17 and 11 receiving yards respectively.
Chavon Wright rushed for 92 yards for NIU, while Telly Johnson Jr. added 42 yards. Brady Davidson threw for 73 yards for the Huskies, while receivers Rickey Taylor Jr. and DeAree Rogers had 53 and 21 yards respectively.
Western Michigan outgained NIU 393-252 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 25-13 by the Broncos.
The time of possession battle favored Western Michigan as their offense was on the field for 33:49, longer than the 26:11 of their opponents.
Western Michigan looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Eastern Michigan. NIU will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Kent State.