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Kansas at Northern Illinois
Sep 22, 2012 • Completed
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Kansas
Big 12

Final Score
23 - 30

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56%
Precipitation
0.00 in
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Game Story
Northern Illinois holds off Kansas 30-23
Northern Illinois finished ahead of Kansas 30-23 on Sep 22, 2012. The result came in week 4 of the 2012 season.
Northern Illinois finished ahead of Kansas 30-23 on Sep 22, 2012. The result came in week 4 of the 2012 season.
Northern Illinois built the decisive edge with a 7-point margin, turning the box score into a one-possession finish.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Northern Illinois 455; Kansas 329. Another key split was passing yards: Northern Illinois 235; Kansas 150.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Northern Illinois 455; Kansas 329
Passing yards
Northern Illinois 235; Kansas 150
Rushing yards
Northern Illinois 220; Kansas 179
Turnovers
Northern Illinois 1; Kansas 0
First downs
Northern Illinois 22; Kansas 21
Possession time
Northern Illinois 28:30; Kansas 31:30
Third downs
Northern Illinois 9-19; Kansas 4-16
Completions-attempts
Northern Illinois 23-35; Kansas 11-27
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Northern Illinois | Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 455 | 329 |
| Passing Yards | 235 | 150 |
| Rushing Yards | 220 | 179 |
| First Downs | 22 | 21 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 9-19 | 4-16 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 1-1 | 2-4 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 6-50 | 4-21 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Completions / Attempts | 23-35 | 11-27 |
| Rushing Attempts | 46 | 45 |
| Passing TDs | 2 | 0 |
| Rushing TDs | 2 | 2 |
| Kicking Points | 6 | 5 |
| Possession Time | 28:30 | 31:30 |