Quick answer
Northern Illinois Huskies defeated Western Michigan Broncos 24– in Week 12, 2023. Final score: Western Michigan Broncos , Northern Illinois Huskies 24.
Game summary
Northern Illinois Huskies rolled past Western Michigan Broncos 24–0 in Week 12 of the 2023 season.
- Scoring: 3 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 4 plays.
- Passing leader: Trayvon Rudolph (Northern Illinois) — 7.0 pass yds, +0.29 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Antario Brown — 174.0 yds, 2 TD.
- Receiving leader: Leroy Thomas — 6 rec, 89.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Northern Illinois (+0.074/play) vs Western Michigan (-0.195/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Western Michigan Broncos | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | |
 Northern Illinois Huskies | 6 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 24 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
WMUWestern Michigan BroncosAntario Brown rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
Antario Brown rushes 66 yards for a touchdown
Punt return touchdown
Field goal good from 25 yards
NIUNorthern Illinois HuskiesFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Northern Illinois
Q1TD ABAntario BrownPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 0-6
Antario Brown rushes 1 yard for a touchdown
- Northern Illinois
Q2TD ABAntario BrownPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 0-12
Antario Brown rushes 66 yards for a touchdown
- Western Michigan
Q3TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-12
Punt return touchdown
- Northern Illinois
Q4FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 8
- Score
- 6-15
Field goal good from 25 yards
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Trayvon Rudolph (Northern Illinois) — 7.0 yds · +0.29 EPA/play +0.29 EPA
- Hayden Wolff (Western Michigan) — 176.0 yds · -0.15 EPA/play -5.20 EPA
- Rocky Lombardi (Northern Illinois) — 94.0 yds · -0.32 EPA/play -5.49 EPA
Rushing
- Antario Brown (Northern Illinois) — 174.0 yds · 2 TD +0.52 EPA
- Gavin Williams (Northern Illinois) — 52.0 yds -0.10 EPA
- Jalen Buckley (Western Michigan) — 26.0 yds -0.44 EPA
Receiving
- Leroy Thomas (Western Michigan) — 6 rec · 89.0 yds +0.50 EPA
- Trayvon Rudolph (Northern Illinois) — 5 rec · 24.0 yds -0.82 EPA
- Anthony Sambucci (Western Michigan) — 3 rec · 37.0 yds +0.51 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trayvon Rudolph | Northern Illinois | 1 | 100.0% | 7 | 0 | +0.29 | +0.29 |
| Hayden Wolff | Western Michigan | 35 | 51.4% | 176 | 0 | -0.15 | -5.20 |
| Rocky Lombardi | Northern Illinois | 17 | 52.9% | 94 | 0 | -0.32 | -5.49 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Western Michigan | Northern Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 49 | 68 |
| EPA / play | -0.195 | +0.074 |
| Total EPA | -9.56 | +5.04 |
| Success rate | 24.5% | 48.5% |
| Pass EPA / play | -0.149 | -0.289 |
| Rush EPA / play | -0.311 | +0.205 |
| Yards | 228 | 415 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Northern Illinois | 11 | 56 | -3.19 | Ended |
| Q1 | Western Michigan | 4 | 22 | -1.08 | Punt |
| Q1 | Northern Illinois | 13 | 83 | +6.68 | Rush TD |
| Q1 | Western Michigan | 3 | 5 | -2.58 | Punt |
| Q2 | Northern Illinois | 9 | 25 | -1.32 | Punt |
| Q2 | Western Michigan | 3 | 14 | +0.37 | Punt |
| Q2 | Northern Illinois | 1 | 66 | +5.01 | Rush TD |
| Q2 | Western Michigan | 3 | 6 | -1.76 | Punt |
| Q2 | Northern Illinois | 6 | 16 | -1.07 | Punt |
| Q2 | Western Michigan | 4 | 32 | -0.41 | Punt |
| Q2 | Northern Illinois | 1 | 0 | 0.00 | Ended |
| Q3 | Western Michigan | 7 | 41 | +0.01 | Punt |
| Q3 | Northern Illinois | 11 | 48 | +0.94 | Punt |
| Q3 | Western Michigan | 11 | 33 | -3.10 | Punt |
| Q3 | Northern Illinois | 6 | 49 | -0.63 | Field goal |
| Q4 | Western Michigan | 14 | 75 | -1.00 | Ended |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q2 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Antario Brown rushes 66 yards for a touchdown (+5.01 EPA)
- Q2 · Western Michigan Broncos · Punt (-4.3 EPA)
- Q4 · Western Michigan Broncos · Hayden Wolff pass to Leroy Thomas for 32 yards (3rd & 12) (+4.11 EPA)
- Q3 · Western Michigan Broncos · Punt return touchdown (-3.96 EPA)
- Q4 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Rush (1st & 10) (-3.84 EPA)
- Q1 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Rocky Lombardi to Trayvon Rudolph — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-3.54 EPA)
- Q3 · Western Michigan Broncos · Hayden Wolff pass to Anthony Sambucci for 15 yards (3rd & 9) (+2.85 EPA)
- Q3 · Western Michigan Broncos · Hayden Wolff pass to Kenneth Womack for 18 yards (3rd & 4) (+2.73 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Northern Illinois Huskies controlled the final (24–) in Week 12.
- Passing edge: Trayvon Rudolph (Northern Illinois) — 7.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Northern Illinois at 0.074 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 Western Michigan Broncos vs Northern Illinois Huskies?
Western Michigan Broncos 0, Northern Illinois Huskies 24 in Week 12 of the 2023 college football season.
Who won Western Michigan Broncos vs Northern Illinois Huskies?
Northern Illinois Huskies won with a final score of 0–24.
Where can I find the Western Michigan Broncos vs Northern Illinois Huskies box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401532444.
Who led Western Michigan Broncos vs Northern Illinois Huskies in passing?
Trayvon Rudolph (Northern Illinois) led passers with 7.0 yards.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Western Michigan Broncos at Northern Illinois Huskies in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Western Michigan Broncos
Entered 4-6 Now 4-7 L
Northern Illinois Huskies
Entered 5-6 Now 6-6 W
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