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NIU Huskies vs Central Michigan Chippewas Wrap - Central Michigan Wins 37-31

Marion Lukes tore up the turf for 202 rushing yards on Tuesday to lead the Chippewas to a 37-31 win over the Huskies at Kelly/Shorts Stadium.

Central Michigan was the ATS victor, as they covered the +6.0-point spread as an underdog. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 47.5 were rewarded at the payout window.

Marion Lukes rushed for 202 yards, while Jase Bauer added 106 yards in the win. Jesse Prewitt III and Chris Parker added 49 and 31 receiving yards respectively.

Antario Brown rushed for 167 yards for NIU, while Rocky Lombardi added 31 yards. Rocky Lombardi threw for 298 yards for the Huskies, while receivers Trayvon Rudolph and Grayson Barnes had 172 and 36 yards respectively.

NIU outgained Central Michigan 506-447 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 23-22 by the Huskies.

Central Michigan led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 30:07-29:48 split in that important category.

Central Michigan looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Western Michigan. NIU will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Ball State.