Maine Black Bears vs. Northern Illinois Huskies: 2021 Week 4 Recap

Quick answer

Northern Illinois Huskies defeated Maine Black Bears 41–14 in Week 4, 2021. Final score: Maine Black Bears 14, Northern Illinois Huskies 41.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Maine Black Bears	6	6	0	0	14
Northern Illinois Huskies	6	12	3	15	41

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Rocky Lombardi (2459) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.53 EPA/play +12.22 EPA
• Derek Robertson (311) — 0.0 yds · +0.18 EPA/play +4.05 EPA

Rushing

• Harrison Waylee (2459) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.10 EPA
• Freddie Brock (311) — 0.0 yds · 1 TD -0.19 EPA
• Rocky Lombardi (2459) — 0.0 yds · 3 TD +0.31 EPA

Receiving

• Tyrice Richie (2459) — 7 rec · 0.0 yds +0.32 EPA
• Devin Young (311) — 6 rec · 0.0 yds +0.64 EPA
• Andre Miller (311) — 5 rec · 0.0 yds +0.54 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Rocky Lombardi	2459	23	73.9%	0	1	+0.53	+12.22
Derek Robertson	311	23	60.9%	0	0	+0.18	+4.05

Team EPA comparison

Stat	ME	NIU
Plays	0	0
EPA / play	—	—
Total EPA	—	—
Success rate	—	—
Pass EPA / play	—	—
Rush EPA / play	—	—
Yards	0	0

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	2459	7	0	+2.44	Ended
Q1	311	1	0	+3.26	Rush TD
Q1	311	8	0	+4.09	Punt
Q1	2459	4	0	-0.01	Rush TD
Q1	311	3	0	-2.69	Ended
Q1	2459	8	0	-1.51	Ended
Q2	311	1	0	+0.08	Ended
Q2	2459	1	0	-2.36	Interception
Q2	2459	7	0	+2.44	Ended
Q2	311	2	0	-1.31	Ended
Q2	2459	1	0	+1.54	Rush TD
Q2	2459	7	0	+3.44	Punt
Q2	311	3	0	+0.17	Rush TD
Q2	2459	3	0	-1.90	Ended
Q2	311	7	0	+5.20	Ended
Q2	2459	1	0	+2.88	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Rocky Lombardi run for 8 yds to the NoIll 15 (-7.56 EPA)
2. Q3 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Rocky Lombardi pass complete to Cole Tucker for 66 yds to the Maine 11 for a 1ST down (+5.46 EPA)
3. Q1 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Harrison Waylee run for 3 yds to the Maine 7 (-4.89 EPA)
4. Q3 · Maine Black Bears · Jonny Messina 23 yd FG MISSED (-4.49 EPA)
5. Q4 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Rocky Lombardi run for 64 yds for a TD, (John Richardson KICK) (+4.36 EPA)
6. Q3 · Maine Black Bears · Freddie Brock run for no gain to the NoIll 43 (-3.84 EPA)
7. Q4 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Matt Ference punt for 34 yds , Jacob Hennie returns for no gain to the Maine 33 (-3.37 EPA)
8. Q1 · Maine Black Bears · Freddie Brock run for 28 yds for a TD, (Jonny Messina KICK) (+3.26 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Northern Illinois Huskies controlled the final (41–14) in Week 4.
• Passing edge: Rocky Lombardi (2459) — yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: ME 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 Maine Black Bears vs Northern Illinois Huskies?

Maine Black Bears 14, Northern Illinois Huskies 41 in Week 4 of the 2021 college football season.

Who won Maine Black Bears vs Northern Illinois Huskies?

Northern Illinois Huskies won with a final score of 14–41.

Where can I find the Maine Black Bears vs Northern Illinois Huskies box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401309556.

Who led Maine Black Bears vs Northern Illinois Huskies in passing?

Rocky Lombardi (2459) led passers with 0.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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