Quick answer
Southern Illinois Salukis defeated Northern Illinois Huskies 14–11 in Week 2, 2023. Final score: Southern Illinois Salukis 14, Northern Illinois Huskies 11.
Game summary
Southern Illinois Salukis edged Northern Illinois Huskies 14–11 in Week 2 of the 2023 season.
- Scoring: 3 touchdowns, 1 field goal across 4 plays.
- Passing leader: Rocky Lombardi (Northern Illinois) — 272.0 pass yds, 1 TD, +0.03 EPA/play.
- Rushing leader: Antario Brown — 69.0 yds.
- Receiving leader: Kacper Rutkiewicz — 6 rec, 141.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Northern Illinois (-0.036/play) vs Southern Illinois (-0.132/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Southern Illinois Salukis | 6 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 14 |
 Northern Illinois Huskies | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 11 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
SIUSouthern Illinois SalukisNic Baker rushes 8 yards for a touchdown
Ro Elliott rushes 10 yards for a touchdown
Field goal good from 27 yards
Rocky Lombardi pass to Kacper Rutkiewicz for a touchdown (62 yards)
NIUNorthern Illinois HuskiesFantasyHQ CFB Analytics
Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Southern Illinois
Q1TD NBNic BakerPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 6-0
Nic Baker rushes 8 yards for a touchdown
- Southern Illinois
Q3TD RERo ElliottPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-0
Ro Elliott rushes 10 yards for a touchdown
- Northern Illinois
Q3FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 10
- Score
- 12-3
Field goal good from 27 yards
- Northern Illinois
Q4TD KRKacper RutkiewiczPoints+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 12-9
Rocky Lombardi pass to Kacper Rutkiewicz for a touchdown (62 yards)
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- Rocky Lombardi (Northern Illinois) — 272.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.03 EPA/play +1.28 EPA
- Nic Baker (Southern Illinois) — 129.0 yds · -0.38 EPA/play -11.12 EPA
Rushing
- Antario Brown (Northern Illinois) — 69.0 yds -0.20 EPA
- Ro Elliott (Southern Illinois) — 55.0 yds · 1 TD +0.38 EPA
- Rocky Lombardi (Northern Illinois) — 23.0 yds +0.04 EPA
Receiving
- Kacper Rutkiewicz (Northern Illinois) — 6 rec · 141.0 yds +1.27 EPA
- Vinson Davis III (Southern Illinois) — 5 rec · 46.0 yds -0.15 EPA
- Gavin Williams (Northern Illinois) — 5 rec · 32.0 yds +0.39 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rocky Lombardi | Northern Illinois | 41 | 56.1% | 272 | 1 | +0.03 | +1.28 |
| Nic Baker | Southern Illinois | 29 | 55.2% | 129 | 0 | -0.38 | -11.12 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Southern Illinois | Northern Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 49 | 71 |
| EPA / play | -0.132 | -0.036 |
| Total EPA | -6.49 | -2.57 |
| Success rate | 38.8% | 39.4% |
| Pass EPA / play | -0.383 | +0.031 |
| Rush EPA / play | +0.232 | -0.129 |
| Yards | 216 | 380 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Southern Illinois | 4 | 18 | -0.14 | Punt |
| Q1 | Northern Illinois | 6 | 29 | +2.21 | Punt |
| Q1 | Southern Illinois | 3 | 2 | -1.96 | Punt |
| Q1 | Northern Illinois | 4 | 22 | -1.45 | Missed FG |
| Q1 | Southern Illinois | 5 | 70 | +5.41 | Rush TD |
| Q1 | Northern Illinois | 11 | 65 | +1.26 | Missed FG |
| Q2 | Southern Illinois | 3 | 4 | -2.29 | Punt |
| Q2 | Northern Illinois | 5 | 19 | -1.80 | Punt |
| Q2 | Southern Illinois | 7 | 28 | -0.60 | Punt |
| Q2 | Northern Illinois | 7 | 50 | -0.90 | Interception |
| Q2 | Southern Illinois | 1 | -1 | 0.00 | Ended |
| Q3 | Northern Illinois | 3 | 0 | -3.23 | Punt |
| Q3 | Southern Illinois | 5 | 57 | +4.20 | Rush TD |
| Q3 | Northern Illinois | 12 | 65 | +1.84 | Field goal |
| Q3 | Southern Illinois | 3 | 0 | -3.45 | Punt |
| Q3 | Northern Illinois | 9 | 99 | +8.72 | Pass TD |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q4 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Rocky Lombardi pass to Kacper Rutkiewicz for a touchdown (62 yards) (+6.52 EPA)
- Q3 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Rocky Lombardi pass to Kacper Rutkiewicz for 27 yards (3rd & 8) (+4.07 EPA)
- Q1 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Rocky Lombardi pass to Kacper Rutkiewicz for 23 yards (3rd & 10) (+4.06 EPA)
- Q4 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Rocky Lombardi to Kacper Rutkiewicz — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-2.91 EPA)
- Q2 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Rocky Lombardi pass to Christion Carter for 20 yards (3rd & 10) (+2.9 EPA)
- Q1 · Southern Illinois Salukis · Nic Baker pass to Aidan Quinn for 40 yards (2nd & 10) (+2.83 EPA)
- Q2 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Rocky Lombardi pass intercepted (-2.78 EPA)
- Q2 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Field goal missed (-2.71 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Southern Illinois Salukis controlled the final (14–11) in Week 2.
- Passing edge: Rocky Lombardi (Northern Illinois) — 272.0 yds, 1 TD.
- EPA edge: Northern Illinois at -0.036 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 Southern Illinois Salukis vs Northern Illinois Huskies?
Southern Illinois Salukis 14, Northern Illinois Huskies 11 in Week 2 of the 2023 college football season.
Who won Southern Illinois Salukis vs Northern Illinois Huskies?
Southern Illinois Salukis won with a final score of 14–11.
Where can I find the Southern Illinois Salukis vs Northern Illinois Huskies box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401532397.
Who led Southern Illinois Salukis vs Northern Illinois Huskies in passing?
Rocky Lombardi (Northern Illinois) led passers with 272.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Southern Illinois Salukis at Northern Illinois Huskies in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Southern Illinois Salukis
Entered 1-0 Now 2-0 W
Northern Illinois Huskies
Entered 2-0 Now 2-1 L
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