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Mar 12, 2020; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Mid-American Conference commissioner Jon Steinbrecher talks to the media during a press conference at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Steinbrecher announced that the Mid-American Conference basketball tournament was cancelled in an attempt to prevent the spread of the Covid-19 coronavirus. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

MAC Commissioner Responds To Northern Illinois Exit Announcement

Northern Illinois University announced Tuesday their intention to leave the Mid-American Conference in the summer of 2026. The football program will join the Mo

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Mar 12, 2020; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Mid-American Conference commissioner Jon Steinbrecher talks to the media during a press conference at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Steinbrecher announced that the Mid-American Conference basketball tournament was cancelled in an attempt to prevent the spread of the Covid-19 coronavirus. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
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MAC Commissioner Responds To Northern Illinois Exit Announcement

Northern Illinois University announced Tuesday their intention to leave the Mid-American Conference in the summer of 2026. The football program will join the Mo

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Dec 31, 2024; Glendale, AZ, US; Boise State Broncos running back (2) Ashton Jeanty tries to break past Penn State Nittany Lions safety Zakee Wheatley (6) during their Vrbo Fiesta Bowl matchup at State Farm Stadium.
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Latest NFL Mock Draft Slots Ashton Jeanty and 2 Other G5 Football Stars Into First Round

The 2025 NFL Draft is only a few months away. Could the first round see multiple representatives from the Group of Five ranks be selected in the first round? So

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Northern Illinois Huskies head coach Thomas Hammock signals for a touchdown during a review as Arkansas State Red Wolves take on the Northern Illinois Huskies during the Camellia Bowl at Cramton Bowl in Montgomery, Ala., on Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023. Northern Illinois Huskies leads Arkansas State Red Wolves 21-13.
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Mountain West Conference and NIU Football Announce Huskies' Membership For 2026

The Northern Illinois Huskies' football program is officially joining the Mountain West Conference for the 2026 season. NIU's board of trustees approved the MWC

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Sep 30, 2023; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; Utah State Aggies wide receiver Jalen Royals (1) makes the catch against UConn Huskies defensive back D'Mon Brinson (3) in the second quarter at Rentschler Field at Pratt & Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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Every G5 Football Player Headed to the 2025 Reese's Senior Bowl

The week of February 1, over 100 of college football's best outgoing players will look to add to their NFL resumes at the Reese's Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama

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Boise State Broncos running back Ashton Jeanty (2) runs past Penn State Nittany Lions linebacker Kobe King (41) during their Vrbo Fiesta Bowl matchup at State Farm Stadium on Dec. 31, 2024.
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Heisman Runner-Up Ashton Jeanty Headlines Phil Steele's G5 First-Team All-Americans

Following the conclusion of the 2024 college football season, acclaimed college football writer Phil Steele released his postseason All-America teams. Six playe

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Oct 5, 2024; Boise, Idaho, USA; Boise State Broncos quarterback Malachi Nelson (7) looks to throw during the second half against the Utah State Aggies at Albertsons Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Losness-Imagn Images
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TRANSFER PORTAL: UTEP Lands Former #1 Recruit, Boise State & USC QB Malachi Nelson

Per ESPN's Pete Thamel, former Boise State quarterback Malachi Nelson will join Conference USA and transfer to UTEP. He was the former number one overall recrui

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Sep 17, 2011; Chicago, IL, USA; Northern Illinois Huskies helmet during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Soldier Field. Wisconsin defeated Illinois 49-7. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
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REPORT: Northern Illinois Football Joining Mountain West Conference For 2026 Season

After spending 28 years as members of the Mid-American Conference, Northern Illinois are set to join the Mountain Wet Conference as conference realignment conti

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Nov 11, 2017; Colorado Springs, CO, USA; Wyoming Cowboys quarterback Josh Allen (17) attempts a pass in the first quarter against the Air Force Falcons at Falcon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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Buffalo Bills Send G5 Football Greats Josh Allen & Dion Dawkins To 2025 Pro Bowl

The rosters for the 2025 NFL Pro Bowl games were announced Thursday, with two members of the Buffalo Bills representing their team and the AFC. Those two repres

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Dec 31, 2024; Glendale, AZ, USA; Boise State Broncos running back Ashton Jeanty (2) rushes the ball against the Penn State Nittany Lions during the first half in the Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Boise State Football Falls To Penn State 31-14 in VRBO Fiesta Bowl

Boise State's remarkable 2024 season will come to an end after a loss to Penn State in the VRBO Fiesta Bowl. Spencer Danielson's team were downed to the tune of

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Nov 23, 2024; Laramie, Wyoming, USA; Boise State Broncos running back Ashton Jeanty (2) runs against the Wyoming Cowboys during the first quarter at Jonah Field at War Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Babbitt-Imagn Images
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Boise State's Ashton Jeanty Falls Short of FBS Single-Season Rushing Record

Tuesday night was Boise State Broncos running back Ashton Jeanty's final chance to break the FBS college football record for most rushing yards in a single seas

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Dec 28, 2024; Tucson, AZ, USA; Rapper Snoop Dogg on the field prior to the Colorado State Rams game against the Miami (OH) RedHawks in the Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Snoop Dogg Predicts Ashton Jeanty & Boise State's Fate in Fiesta Bowl Against Penn State

On Tuesday night, the College Football Playoff continues as the Boise State Broncos take on the Penn State Nittany Lions in the VRBO Fiesta Bowl. As to be expec

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Dec 28, 2024; Tucson, AZ, USA; Miami (OH) RedHawks running back Kevin Davis (8) against the Colorado State Rams during the first half of the Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Miami RedHawks Dominate Second Half To Claim 43-17 Arizona Bowl Victory

The Miami RedHawks will finish the season with a record of 9-5 after capping 2024 with a win over Colorado State. Miami took a 9-3 lead into halftime of the 202

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Dec 24, 2024; Honolulu, HI, USA; South Florida Bulls running back Ta'Ron Keith (9) makes a 93 yard return against the San Jose State Spartans during the second quarter at Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex. Mandatory Credit: Marco Garcia-Imagn Images
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South Florida Claims Historic Hawaii Bowl Victory in Five Overtimes

In more ways than one, it was an odd day at the Hawaii Bowl, the only college football game on the schedule for Christmas Eve.

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Sep 7, 2024; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Northern Illinois Huskies head coach Thomas Hammock watches in the first quarter against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-Imagn Images
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Northern Illinois Claim Famous Idaho Potato Bowl In Double OT Win Over Fresno State

Monday's Famous Idaho Potato Bowl saw the Northern Illinois Huskies claim their second consecutive postseason victory. Thomas Hammock saw his team overcome seve

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Nov 16, 2024; San Jose, California, USA; Boise State Broncos quarterback Malachi Nelson (7) stands on the field before the start of the game against the San Jose State Spartans at CEFCU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images
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UTEP Football: Former Five-Star Quarterback Visits Miners

On Saturday, reports surfaced that former five-star quarterback Malachi Nelson visited the UTEP Miners. Nelson was spotted at the most recent UTEP basketball ga

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Dec 30, 2022; Glendale AZ, USA; The College Football Playoff logo on the field at State Farm Stadium, the site of the 2022 CFP Semifinal between the TCU Horned Frogs and the Michigan Wolverines and Super Bowl 57 (LVII). Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Boise State Football Will Face Penn State in Fiesta Bowl Playoff Game

The Boise State Broncos now know the identity of the opponent that they will face in their College Football Playoff Debut.  The #6 Penn State Nittany Lions defe

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Northern Illinois Huskies head coach Thomas Hammock signals for a touchdown during a review as Arkansas State Red Wolves take on the Northern Illinois Huskies during the Camellia Bowl at Cramton Bowl in Montgomery, Ala., on Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023. Northern Illinois Huskies leads Arkansas State Red Wolves 21-13.
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Famous Idaho Potato Bowl - NIU vs. Fresno State: How To Watch, Preview, Time/Date, Storylines

Bowl season continues Monday on the blue turf of Boise State University. The Northern Illinois Huskies will face off against the Fresno State Bulldogs after reg

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Dec 18, 2024; Inglewood, CA, USA; UNLV Rebels linebacker Jackson Woodard (7) and defensive back Cameron Oliver (5) celebrate after a play in the first half against the California Golden Bears at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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#24 UNLV Football Overpowers Cal 24-13 in LA Bowl

Under interim head coach Del Alexander, the #24 UNLV Rebels finished their historic 2024 season on Wednesday night with an 11-3 overall record. That campaign en

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Nov 23, 2024; Laramie, Wyoming, USA; Boise State Broncos running back and Heisman Trophy candidate Ashton Jeanty (2) runs for a touchdown against the Wyoming Cowboys during the first quarter at Jonah Field at War Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Babbitt-Imagn Images
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Ashton Jeanty Headlines G5 Players on FWAA All-America Teams For 2024

The 2024 Football Writers Association of America All-America Team was announced Tuesday afternoon with several Group of Five standouts earning selections to the

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Dec 26, 2023; Phoenix, AZ, USA; UNLV Rebels linebacker Jackson Woodard (7) against the Kansas Jayhawks in the Guaranteed Rate Bowl at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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LA Bowl - Cal vs. #24 UNLV: How To Watch, Preview, Time/Date, Storylines

Bowl season continues on the west coast this Wednesday night, when the UNLV Rebels and Cal Golden Bears meet in Los Angeles. UNLV are looking to reach 11 wins f

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Sep 28, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Nothern Illinois Huskies head coach Thomas Hammock talks with quarterback Ethan Hampton (2) during the second quarter against the North Carolina State Wolfpack at Carter-Finley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images
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REPORT: Northern Illinois Football Expected To Join Mountain West Conference

Another big change is reportedly coming to the G5 football landscape this week. Last week, Brett McMurphy of Action Network reported that Northern Illinois wer

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September 16, 2023; Berkeley, California, USA; Idaho Vandals head coach Jason Eck watches from the sideline against the California Golden Bears during the first quarter at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
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Jason Eck Hired To Replace Bronco Mendenhall As New Mexico Football Head Coach

New Mexico is set to hire Idaho’s Jason Eck as the as the program’s next head coach. “I am thrilled to have Jason Eck as our next head football coach,” said Ath

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Dec 14, 2024; New York, NY, USA; Boise State Broncos running back Ashton Jeanty answers questions during media interviews before the 2024 Heisman Trophy Presentation. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Boland-Imagn Images
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Boise State Star Ashton Jeanty Finishes Runner-Up in Heisman Race

Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty’s stellar season will continue on in the College Football Playoff, but despite rushing for almost 2,500 yards on the seas

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Nov 16, 2024; San Jose, California, USA; Boise State Broncos quarterback Malachi Nelson (7) stands on the field before the start of the game against the San Jose State Spartans at CEFCU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images
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TRANSFER PORTAL: 3 G5 Landing Spots For Boise State QB Transfer Malachi Nelson

After signing with Southern California out of high school and transferring to Boise State last offseason, former 247Sports’ five-star recruit Malachi Nelson is

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Nov 29, 2024; Boise, Idaho, USA; Boise State Broncos running back Ashton Jeanty (2) and safety Seyi Oladipo (23) after the game against the Oregon State Beavers at Albertsons Stadium. Boise State defeats Oregon State 34-18. Mandatory Credit: Brian Losness-Imagn Images
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What The College Football Playoff Committee Said About Boise State's First-Round Bye

Earlier this week, the Boise State Broncos not only captured their second consecutive Mountain West Conference Championship, but also moved up to #9 in the Coll

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