The 2018 edition of Utah vs Northern Illinois was lacking offense from both sides of the field. The Utes struggled mightily to score in last season’s road matchup, but the Huskies were seemingly unable to buy points, netting just two field goals in the 17-6 Utah victory. This year, the defending MAC champions have a new, offensive-minded coach at the helm and a little more experience on the field, which should result in a very different game from last season.
Former head coach, Rod Carey left the Huskies at the end of the 2018 season after accepting the head coaching job at Temple, opening the door for former NIU running back, Thomas Hammock, to step in and return to his alma mater.