Creighton Postgame Audio. The victory is Eastern's (6-4, 3-4 MAC) first against NIU (4-7, 3-4 MAC) since the 2007 season, while it was the Eagles' most points scored against the Huskies on their home field since 1997.
DEKALB, Ill. (EMUEagles.com) – It was a historic showing for the Eastern Michigan University football team, as it defeated defending Mid-American Conference champion Northern Illinois University in a Midweek #MACtion bout, 45-17, Tuesday, Nov. 19, inside Huskie Stadium. The win gives Eastern bowl eligibility in consecutive years for the first time, and for just the fifth time in program history.
Football Earns Bowl Eligibility with Rout of NIU, 45-17
