Buffalo took control of the game early, let the game get tight by making some key second quarter mistakes, and then saw a defensive surge in the third quarter lead the team to a win over the Northern Illinois Huskies. UB’s first ever Mid American Confernce win over NIU.
The game started with UB looking like the best team in the conference. A quick stop of NIU was followed by a three play touchdown drive capped off with a Jaret Patterson touchdown run.
NIU answered the UB touchdown with a field goal but the Bulls offense once again marched down the field virtually unopposed to make the score a second touchdown.