1. Jerry Kill Looking For Consistancy at Running Back

    by Steve Nitz [Staff Writer] From 1999-2007, NIU had a 1,000 yard rusher. The nine-year streak ended in Jerry Kill’s first season at the helm of the NIU football program...

    Northern Star Sports Written by Northern Star Sports about 4 years ago 70 reads 0 comments

  2. Jeff Compher, NIU Unveil Strategic Plan

    by Ben Gross [Staff Writer] Rome wasn’t built in a day—and neither will the NIU athletic program under the direction of Jeff Compher, athletic director and associate vice president...

    Northern Star Sports Written by Northern Star Sports about 4 years ago 238 reads 1 comments

  3. Larry English, Matt Simon Impress Scouts at Pro Day

    by Steve Nitz [Staff Writer] Larry English has just been enjoying the ride. Since the Independence Bowl, the former NIU defensive end has been in the process of getting ready for the NFL Draft on Apr...

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  4. Larry English Stays Steady on the Road to the NFL

    By Jerry Burnes (Sports Editor) When Larry English first watched the game of football, he didn’t fully understand the game. He picked up the concept but never realized that the men more than twice his size at the time were wearing pads...

    Northern Star Sports Written by Northern Star Sports about 4 years ago 77 reads 3 comments