Holy Cross Crusaders vs. Northern Illinois Huskies: 2025 Week 1 Recap

Quick answer

Northern Illinois Huskies defeated Holy Cross Crusaders 19–17 in Week 1, 2025. Final score: Holy Cross Crusaders 17, Northern Illinois Huskies 19.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Holy Cross Crusaders	0	3	0	12	17
Northern Illinois Huskies	3	3	0	12	19

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Josh Holst (Northern Illinois) — 101.0 yds · -0.08 EPA/play -1.44 EPA
• Jackson Proctor (Northern Illinois) — 8.0 yds · -0.85 EPA/play -5.13 EPA
• Cal Swanson (Holy Cross) — 134.0 yds · 1 TD · -0.47 EPA/play -14.56 EPA

Rushing

• Telly Johnson Jr. (Northern Illinois) — 67.0 yds -0.28 EPA
• Chavon Wright (Northern Illinois) — 77.0 yds · 1 TD +0.38 EPA
• Cal Swanson (Holy Cross) — 64.0 yds +0.53 EPA

Receiving

• DeAree Rogers (Northern Illinois) — 7 rec · 73.0 yds +0.72 EPA
• Max Mosey (Holy Cross) — 6 rec · 71.0 yds -0.03 EPA
• Charly Mullaly (Holy Cross) — 4 rec · 29.0 yds +0.09 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Josh Holst	Northern Illinois	18	66.7%	101	0	-0.08	-1.44
Jackson Proctor	Northern Illinois	6	33.3%	8	0	-0.85	-5.13
Cal Swanson	Holy Cross	31	54.8%	134	1	-0.47	-14.56

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Holy Cross	Northern Illinois
Plays	54	72
EPA / play	-0.337	-0.184
Total EPA	-18.18	-13.21
Success rate	29.6%	33.3%
Pass EPA / play	-0.470	-0.273
Rush EPA / play	-0.158	-0.139
Yards	209	351

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Northern Illinois	6	15	-2.01	Punt
Q1	Holy Cross	8	26	-1.08	Punt
Q1	Northern Illinois	7	63	+1.46	Field goal
Q1	Holy Cross	4	18	-3.41	Interception
Q1	Northern Illinois	9	26	-1.44	Punt
Q2	Holy Cross	10	46	-4.47	Ended
Q2	Northern Illinois	5	45	-5.90	Fumble
Q2	Holy Cross	3	-2	-2.84	Field goal
Q2	Northern Illinois	11	66	+0.80	Field goal
Q2	Holy Cross	4	5	-2.57	Missed FG
Q3	Northern Illinois	5	28	-0.91	Interception
Q3	Holy Cross	3	9	-0.70	Punt
Q3	Northern Illinois	3	5	-2.92	Punt
Q3	Holy Cross	5	11	-1.03	Punt
Q3	Northern Illinois	7	24	-1.37	Ended
Q3	Holy Cross	6	10	-2.68	Missed FG

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Kickoff (+6.17 EPA)
2. Q4 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Kickoff (+5.62 EPA)
3. Q1 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Cal Swanson pass intercepted (-4.54 EPA)
4. Q2 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Fumble (-4.13 EPA)
5. Q2 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Cal Swanson rushes for 33 yards (2nd & 9) (+3.43 EPA)
6. Q3 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Kickoff (+3.41 EPA)
7. Q4 · Northern Illinois Huskies · Jaylen Poe rushes for 21 yards (3rd & 5) (+3.34 EPA)
8. Q4 · Holy Cross Crusaders · Cal Swanson pass to Max Mosey for 46 yards (2nd & 10) (+3.31 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Northern Illinois Huskies controlled the final (19–17) in Week 1.
• Passing edge: Josh Holst (Northern Illinois) — 101.0 yds.
• EPA edge: Northern Illinois at -0.184 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 Holy Cross Crusaders vs Northern Illinois Huskies?

Holy Cross Crusaders 17, Northern Illinois Huskies 19 in Week 1 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Holy Cross Crusaders vs Northern Illinois Huskies?

Northern Illinois Huskies won with a final score of 17–19.

Where can I find the Holy Cross Crusaders vs Northern Illinois Huskies box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401762793.

Who led Holy Cross Crusaders vs Northern Illinois Huskies in passing?

Josh Holst (Northern Illinois) led passers with 101.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

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