Northern Illinois vs. Toledo Short Report | Sep 30, 2023

Northern Illinois

33 - 35

Glass Bowl

Toledo, OH

Sep 30, 2023

Toledo

Glass Bowl

Toledo, OH

Sep 30, 2023

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Game Recap

In an exhilarating game, the Toledo Rockets edged out the Northern Illinois Huskies with a final score of 35-33. In a contest marked by dynamic offensive plays and significant defensive efforts, the game swung back and forth right up to the last minute. Toledo's DeQuan Finn delivered standout performances both in the air and on the ground, contributing heavily to their narrow victory.

Northern Illinois' Rocky Lombardi displayed remarkable passing skills, keeping the Huskies in the game with multiple touchdowns. Despite executing a successful fumble recovery and a defensive touchdown, the Huskies fell just short of securing the win. Standout performances were seen across all units, making this game a thrilling spectacle for fans.

Key Plays:

Jerjuan Newton (Toledo)

Scored a 42-yard touchdown, giving Toledo an early lead.

Rocky Lombardi (Northern Illinois)

Rushed for a 1-yard touchdown, tying the game at 7-7.

DeQuan Finn (Toledo)

Rushed for a 13-yard touchdown to put Toledo ahead 14-7.

Nate Valcarcel (Northern Illinois)

Recovered a fumble and returned it 50 yards for a touchdown, narrowing the deficit.

Connor Walendzak (Toledo)

Rushed for a 2-yard touchdown, extending Toledo's lead to 28-17.

Junior Vandeross III (Toledo)

Caught a 68-yard touchdown pass, which proved to be the game-winning score.

Jalen Johnson (Northern Illinois)

Caught a 24-yard touchdown pass, bringing the Huskies within striking distance.
Standout Players:
  • DeQuan Finn (Toledo, QB)

    Completed 16 of 20 passes for 281 yards and 2 touchdowns, and rushed for 61 yards and 1 touchdown.
  • Rocky Lombardi (Northern Illinois, QB)

    Completed 21 of 31 passes for 258 yards and 2 touchdowns, and rushed for 26 yards and 1 touchdown.
  • Antario Brown (Northern Illinois, RB)

    Rushed for 152 yards on 16 attempts, including a long run of 80 yards.
  • Junior Vandeross III (Toledo, WR)

    Caught 4 passes for 147 yards and 1 touchdown, including a game-changing 68-yard reception.
  • Nate Valcarcel (Northern Illinois, S)

    Recovered a fumble and returned it 50 yards for a touchdown in a crucial moment.
Team
1
2
3
4
T

Northern Illinois Huskies

7

0

10

16

33

Toledo Rockets

7

7

14

7

35

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