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Central Michigan at Northwestern
Sep 25, 2010 • Completed
Away
Central Michigan
Mid-American

Final Score
25 - 30

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Game Conditions
Humidity
53%
Precipitation
0.00 in
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Game Story
Northwestern holds off Central Michigan 30-25
Northwestern finished ahead of Central Michigan 30-25 on Sep 25, 2010. The result came in week 4 of the 2010 season.
Northwestern finished ahead of Central Michigan 30-25 on Sep 25, 2010. The result came in week 4 of the 2010 season.
Northwestern built the decisive edge with a 5-point margin, turning the box score into a one-possession finish.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Northwestern 429; Central Michigan 423. Another key split was passing yards: Northwestern 292; Central Michigan 369.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Northwestern 429; Central Michigan 423
Passing yards
Northwestern 292; Central Michigan 369
Rushing yards
Northwestern 149; Central Michigan 76
Turnovers
Northwestern 2; Central Michigan 3
First downs
Northwestern 28; Central Michigan 24
Possession time
Northwestern 20:52; Central Michigan 15:48
Third downs
Northwestern 11-17; Central Michigan 2-10
Completions-attempts
Northwestern 23-30; Central Michigan 29-43
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Northwestern | Central Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 429 | 423 |
| Passing Yards | 292 | 369 |
| Rushing Yards | 149 | 76 |
| First Downs | 28 | 24 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 11-17 | 2-10 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 0-0 | 1-1 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 11-106 | 9-90 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 3 |
| Completions / Attempts | 23-30 | 29-43 |
| Rushing Attempts | 47 | 23 |
| Passing TDs | 2 | 2 |
| Rushing TDs | 2 | 2 |
| Kicking Points | 6 | 1 |
| Possession Time | 20:52 | 15:48 |