Northern Iowa Claims Victory Over Illinois State, Snapping Road Streak
Northern Iowa defeated FCS No. 3 Illinois State 28-21, with Jaxon Dailey scoring three total touchdowns (two passing, one rushing) to secure the victory and end Illinois State's 11-game road winning streak.
Des Moines Ames, IA, September 26, 2026 —
Northern Iowa secured a significant win on Saturday, defeating FCS No. 3 Illinois State with a final score of 28-21. The victory not only marked a key conference achievement for Northern Iowa but also ended Illinois State’s impressive 11-game road winning streak.
The decisive performance for Northern Iowa was highlighted by quarterback Jaxon Dailey, who was instrumental in the team’s offensive success. Dailey accounted for three total touchdowns in the contest. His contributions included two touchdown passes and one rushing touchdown, demonstrating his dual-threat capability and leadership on the field.
The offensive output from Dailey and the Northern Iowa team proved sufficient to overcome Illinois State’s efforts. The final score of 28-21 reflects a closely contested game where Northern Iowa managed to maintain its lead and secure the win.
Illinois State entered the game with a notable reputation, having won their previous 11 consecutive games played away from home. This streak underscored their strength as a road team, making Northern Iowa’s victory a notable achievement that halted this significant run.
Further details regarding the specific timing of the touchdowns, other key players’ statistics, or the overall game narrative beyond the final score and Dailey’s performance were not provided in the summary.
Story summarized from the original created by Associated Press on who13.com, see more information here.
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