NIU Picked To finish 3rd In MAC West Race

The Northern Illinois University Huskies were picked to finish third in the MAC West race by members of the media, garnering 293 votes including three first place nods. NIU returns 41 lettermen and 17 starters (7 offense, 9 defense, 1 special teams) from a 5-6 1999 squad. Listen to coach Joe Novak and view player highlights by clicking below.

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Coach Novak gives an overview of this year's team. (Real Player 8)

Coach Novak talks about the MAC Conference. (Real Player 8)

Coach Novak discusses the team's non-conference schedule. (Real Player 8)

Coach Novak talks about the linebackers. (Real Player 8)

Coach Novak discusses the defensive backs. (Real Player 8)

Coach Novak talks about the defensive ends. (Real Player 8)

Coach Novak talks about his team's defensive line. (Real Player 8)

Coach Novak discusses the team's kicking game. (Real Player 8)

Coach Novak talks about his team's offensive line. (Real Player 8)

Coach Novak talks about the quarterbacks. (Real Player 8)

Coach Novak talks about his team's receivers (Real Player 8)

Northern Illinois team highlights. (Real Player 8)