Western Illinois at Northern Illinois

Saturday, October 14, 1978 Share

Northern Illinois beat Western Illinois 24–⁠20. It was their second meeting; after it, the series stood even at 1–⁠1.

AwayWestern Illinois1–⁠2 in 1978

HomeNorthern Illinois5–⁠6 in 1978

FinalHigh 59°F, low 34°F

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Northern Illinois 77% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Tied 6–⁠6 in 12 meetings, counting the 10 since this game.

Recent meetings
2024	Northern Illinois 54, Western Illinois 15
2016	Western Illinois 28, Northern Illinois 23
2009	Northern Illinois 41, Western Illinois 7
2002	Western Illinois 29, Northern Illinois 26
1999	Western Illinois 27, Northern Illinois 21
1996	Western Illinois 17, Northern Illinois 0