NIU Huskies Prepare for Season Opener with Unity and Situational Focus
Rain‑soaked practices in DeKalb highlight NIU’s emphasis on situational football, alumni support, and the rising contributions of key players ahead of the Iowa game.
Aug 15, 2026
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Mountain West Welcomes Fresh Faces as Conference Realigns for Future
The Mountain West Conference announces the addition of North Dakota State, Northern Illinois, Hawaii and UTEP, while several traditional members head to the revamped Pac‑12, sparking optimism among coaches.
Jul 30, 2026
Joe Novak, NIU Football Legend, Dies at 81
Joe Novak, the winningest coach in Northern Illinois University history, passed away on July 28 at 81. His career spanned decades, delivering MAC titles, national attention and a lasting legacy for the Huskies.
Jul 30, 2026
Joe Novak, Former NIU Coach, Dies at 81
Former Northern Illinois University head coach Joe Novak passed away at 81, leaving behind a legacy that reshaped Huskie football and inspired a generation.
Jul 29, 2026
Renowned NIU Football Coach Joe Novak Passes Away at 81
Legendary Northern Illinois University coach Joe Novak, who guided the Huskies from 1996 to 2007, died this week at age 81. His legacy endures through celebrated wins and the lives he shaped.
Jul 29, 2026
Northern Illinois Huskies Shift to Mountain West in Pursuit of Football Revival
Northern Illinois University's football program has left the Mid-American Conference for the Mountain West, seeking new competition and TV revenue while navigating a historic legacy and a changing coaching landscape.
Jul 28, 2026
Mountain West Football Media Days Forecast a New Era of Competition
Las Vegas hosts the annual Mountain West media summit where coaches and analysts dissect the upcoming season, revealing projected standings, key player awards and the conference's preseason all‑conference team.
Jul 27, 2026
College Football Transfer Portal: Key Additions Shaping the 2026 Season
A look at the most consequential portal moves for four programs and how they could influence the upcoming college football landscape.
Jul 9, 2026
Mountain West Announces 2026 Media Day Representatives in Las Vegas
The Mountain West has revealed the student‑athletes and coaches who will represent each school at the 2026 Old Trapper Media Days, scheduled for July 15‑16 at The Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas.
Jul 7, 2026
Taron Dickens Joins Northern Illinois, Bringing Record‑Breaking Talent to the Huskies
After being released by North Carolina for academic reasons, record‑setting quarterback Taron Dickens has committed to Northern Illinois, where he will look to add depth and experience as the Huskies prepare for their inaugural season in the Mountain West.
Jul 3, 2026
Mountain West Unveils 2026 Coaching Roster Amid Rankings
The Mountain West conference welcomes several new head coaches for the 2026 season, each bringing distinct records and ambitions, from Dan Mullen’s instant success at UNLV to Rob Harley’s interim appointment at Northern Illinois.
Jun 19, 2026
Realignment reshapes college football landscape for 2026
Upcoming changes in college football conference realignment for 2026 bring historic programs into the FBS, reshape major conferences and introduce new postseason challenges.
Jun 18, 2026
College Football Realignment 2026: New FBS Entrants and Conference Shifts
The 2026 college football landscape will see North Dakota State and Sacramento State enter the FBS, while the Mountain West, MAC and Pac‑12 undergo major realignments, affecting eligibility, postseason prospects, and historic power dynamics.
Jun 18, 2026
Iowa’s 2026 Football Schedule: A Tough Road Ahead
The Hawkeyes open against Northern Illinois on Sept. 5, then face a gauntlet of Big Ten powerhouses, with transfers, coaching changes and unanswered questions shaping the narrative.
May 16, 2026