Western Illinois at Northern Illinois

Saturday, November 7, 1987 Share

Northern Illinois beat Western Illinois 29–⁠14. It was their fourth meeting; after it, the series stood even at 2–⁠2.

AwayWestern Illinois0–⁠2 in 1987

HomeNorthern Illinois5–⁠5–⁠1 in 1987

FinalHigh 49°F, low 32°FAttendance 21,863

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Northern Illinois 72% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Tied 6–⁠6 in 12 meetings, counting the eight 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