The Northern Illinois Huskies is a college football team that represents Northern Illinois University and competes in the Mid-American Conference. The Northern Illinois Huskies play their home games at the Huskie Stadium, which has a capacity to accommodate 24,000 fans. Northern Illinois has an impressive football tradition, having won numerous conference championships and Bowl games. The Huskies had remarkable seasons after the year 2010 when they made 10 bowl appearances and won five MAC championships. The Huskies' colors are cardinal and black and have set rivalries with teams such as Western Michigan, Toledo, and Northern Iowa.
How many National Championships has Northern Illinois won?
The Northern Illinois Huskies have claimed one national championship in 1963. Their most successful season was in 2012 when they appeared in the Orange Bowl for the first time in BCS history. Although they lost to Florida State, they still went on to win the MAC conference championship.
When was the last time Northern Illinois won the National Championships?
The Northern Illinois Huskies last won the national championship in 1963.
Northern Illinois National Championship-winning years
The Northern Illinois Huskies claimed one national championship in 1963.
| Year | Opponent | Score |
| 1963 | - | - |
Northern Illinois Conference Title Wins
The Northern Illinois Huskies have won 12 conference titles in 1938, 1944, 1951, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1983, 2011, 2012, 2014, 2018 and 2021.
Northern Illinois Division Title Wins
The Northern Illinois Huskies have won 12 division titles.
| Season | Division | Coach | Opponent | Result Scoreline |
| 2021 | MAC West | Thomas Hammock | Kent State | Lost 41-23 |
| 2018 | MAC West | Rod Carey | Buffalo | Lost 30-29 |
| 2015 | MAC West | Rod Carey | Bowling Green | Lost 34-14 |
| 2014 | MAC West | Rod Carey | Bowling Green | Lost 47-27 |
| 2013 | MAC West | Rod Carey | Bowling Green | Lost 47-27 |
| 2012 | MAC West | Dave Doeren | Kent State | Won 44-37 |
| 2011 | MAC West | Dave Doeren | Ohio | Won 23-20 |
| 2010 | MAC West | Jerry Kill | Miami (OH) | Won 26-21 |
| 2005 | MAC West | Joe Novak | Toledo | Won 34-27 |
| 2004 | MAC West | Joe Novak | Miami (OH) | Lost 49-48 |
| 2002 | MAC West | Joe Novak | Marshall | Won 24-21 |
| 2001 | MAC West | Joe Novak | Western Michigan | Won 27-21 |
FAQs on Northern Illinois
A. Northern Illinois University is located in DeKalb, Illinois.
A. The Northern Illinois Huskies home stadium is Huskie Stadium.
A. The Huskies have played in several bowl games, including the Orange Bowl in 2013.
A. Huskies’ all-time leading rusher is Jordan Lynch.
