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Western Michigan Falls 24-21 to Huskies - Recap
NIU got a 136-yard performance from Jaiden Credle as a key part of its 24-21 victory over the Broncos on Wednesday at Waldo Stadium.
NIU won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +0.0-point spread as underdogs. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 48.0.
Jaiden Credle rushed for 136 yards, while Justin Lynch added 83 yards in the win. Tristen Tewes and Brock Lampe added 64 and 31 receiving yards respectively.
Sean Tyler rushed for 97 yards for Western Michigan, while Treyson Bourguet added 43 yards. Treyson Bourguet threw for 185 yards for the Broncos, while receivers Corey Crooms and Nate Anderson had 105 and 39 yards respectively.
Western Michigan was outgained by NIU 353-316 yards in Wednesday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 21-15 by the Broncos.
The time of possession battle favored Western Michigan as their offense was on the field for 32:30, longer than the 27:30 of their opponents.
NIU looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Miami-OH. Western Michigan will aim to get back on the winning track at Central Michigan.