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Northern Illinois Huskies vs. Little Rock Buffaloes: 2017 Week 7 Recap

Huskies defeat Buffaloes 14–13 in Week 7

Scoring plays, EPA leaders, and college football analytics for Northern Illinois Huskies vs. Little Rock Buffaloes (Week 7).

Northern Illinois Huskies 14 4-3 Winner
Final 14–13
Little Rock Buffaloes 13 3-4
Winner
Northern Illinois Huskies
Final score
14–13
Halftime
Northern Illinois Huskies 12–12 Little Rock Buffaloes
Top passer
Drew Anderson

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Quick answer

Northern Illinois Huskies defeated Little Rock Buffaloes 14–13 in Week 7, 2017. Final score: Northern Illinois Huskies 14, Little Rock Buffaloes 13.

Game summary

Northern Illinois Huskies edged Little Rock Buffaloes 14–13 in Week 7 of the 2017 season.

  • Scoring: 3 touchdowns, 2 field goals across 5 plays.
  • Passing leader: Drew Anderson (2084) — 0.0 pass yds, 1 TD, +0.56 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Marcus Childers — 0.0 yds, 1 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Anthony Johnson — 7 rec, 0.0 yds.

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
Northern Illinois Huskies0120014
Little Rock Buffaloes000013

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

NIUNorthern Illinois Huskies
ARBALittle Rock Buffaloes

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Scoring timeline

5 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. BUF
    Q1FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 33
    Score
    0-0

    Adam Mitcheson 23 yd FG GOOD

  2. BUF
    Q2FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 33
    Score
    0-0

    Adam Mitcheson 22 yd FG GOOD

  3. BUF
    Q2TD
    EREmmanuel Reed

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-0

    Drew Anderson pass complete to Emmanuel Reed for 21 yds for a TD, (Adam Mitcheson KICK)

  4. NIU
    Q2TD
    SWShane Wimann

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    6-0

    Marcus Childers pass complete to Shane Wimann for 34 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)

  5. NIU
    Q2TD
    MCMarcus Childers

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    12-0

    Marcus Childers run for 10 yds for a TD, (Christian Hagan KICK)

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

  • Drew Anderson (2084) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.56 EPA/play +10.09 EPA
  • Marcus Childers (2459) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.04 EPA/play +1.10 EPA
  • Kyle Vantrease (2084) — 0.0 yds · -0.06 EPA/play -1.07 EPA

Rushing

  • Marcus Childers (2459) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.09 EPA
  • Emmanuel Reed (2084) — 0.0 yds -0.51 EPA
  • Jordan Huff (2459) — 0.0 yds -0.20 EPA

Receiving

  • Anthony Johnson (2084) — 7 rec · 0.0 yds +0.69 EPA
  • Spencer Tears (2459) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds -0.09 EPA
  • D.J. Brown (2459) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.72 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Drew Anderson20841872.2%01+0.56+10.09
Marcus Childers24592965.5%01+0.04+1.10
Kyle Vantrease20841844.4%00-0.06-1.07

Team EPA comparison

StatNIUBUFF
Plays00
EPA / play
Total EPA
Success rate
Pass EPA / play
Rush EPA / play
Yards00

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q1245980+1.35Ended
Q1208400Field goal
Q1208460+3.61Ended
Q1245920-2.50Punt
Q1208440-1.40Punt
Q1245990-1.87Punt
Q1208430-2.54Punt
Q1245930-2.98Punt
Q1208460-3.61Punt
Q2245930-1.69Punt
Q2208400Field goal
Q2208460+1.45Ended
Q2245970-4.05Fumble
Q2208410+3.74Pass TD
Q2208430+3.63Ended
Q2245910+2.73Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q2 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Tommy Mister run for no gain to the NoIll 38 Tommy Mister fumbled, forced by Cameron Lewis, recovered by Buff Demone Harris (-5.58 EPA)
  2. Q4 · Buffalo Bulls · Kyle Vantrease pass complete to Anthony Johnson for 47 yds to the Buff 48 for a 1ST down (+5.12 EPA)
  3. Q1 · Buffalo Bulls · Drew Anderson pass complete to Anthony Johnson for 21 yds to the BUFFALO 39 for a 1ST down NORTHERNIL Penalty, personal foul (Mykelti Williams) to the NoIll 24 for a 1ST down (+5.1 EPA)
  4. Q3 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Marcus Childers run for 3 yds to the Buff 7 Marcus Childers fumbled, forced by Cameron Lewis, recovered by Buff Myles Nicholas (-5.07 EPA)
  5. Q4 · Buffalo Bulls · Kyle Vantrease pass intercepted Jawuan Johnson return for no gain to the NoIll 38 (-4.71 EPA)
  6. Q4 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Christian Hagan 44 yd FG MISSED (-3.8 EPA)
  7. Q2 · Buffalo Bulls · Drew Anderson pass complete to Emmanuel Reed for 21 yds for a TD, (Adam Mitcheson KICK) (+3.74 EPA)
  8. Q4 · Buffalo Bulls · Kyle Vantrease pass complete to Antonio Nunn for 43 yds to the NoIll 11 for a 1ST down (+3.51 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • Northern Illinois Huskies controlled the final (14–13) in Week 7.
  • Passing edge: Drew Anderson (2084) — yds, 1 TD.
  • EPA edge: NIU at EPA/play.
  • Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Northern Illinois Huskies vs Little Rock Buffaloes?

Northern Illinois Huskies 14, Little Rock Buffaloes 13 in Week 7 of the 2017 college football season.

Who won Northern Illinois Huskies vs Little Rock Buffaloes?

Northern Illinois Huskies won with a final score of 14–13.

Where can I find the Northern Illinois Huskies vs Little Rock Buffaloes box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=400944996.

Who led Northern Illinois Huskies vs Little Rock Buffaloes in passing?

Drew Anderson (2084) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Northern Illinois Huskies at Little Rock Buffaloes in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Season records after this game

Northern Illinois Huskies

Entered 3-3 Now 4-3 W

Little Rock Buffaloes

Entered 3-3 Now 3-4 L