Marshall at Northern Illinois

Saturday, October 9, 1971 Share

Northern Illinois beat Marshall 37–⁠18. It was their second meeting; after it, Northern Illinois led the series 2–⁠0.

AwayMarshall2–⁠8 in 1971

HomeNorthern Illinois5–⁠5–⁠1 in 1971

FinalHigh 50°F, low 37°FAttendance 11,800

Wikipedia’s season articles for both teams give Northern Illinois 33–⁠18 (1971 Marshall Thundering Herd, 1971 Northern Illinois Huskies).

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Northern Illinois 58% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Tied 4–⁠4 in eight meetings, counting the six since this game.