Antario Brown News, Rumors, Updates - Northern Illinois Huskies

Not on depth chart for bowl game Brown (leg) is not on the depth chart for Monday's game against Fresno State.

Impact The senior running back isn't expected to play in the bowl game, and if that's the case, his season will end with 115 carries for 567 yards and four touchdowns across eight appearances. Gavin Williams could see more of the workload out of the backfield, while Telly Johnson and Jaylen Poe are also options to see work.

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out again in Week 14 Brown (leg) won't play against Central Michigan in Week 14.

Impact Brown will miss his second straight game for the Huskies. NIU is bowl eligible, so he'll look to return in the postseason. Telly Johnson should assume the top role in the backfield in his absence.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Miami (OH) Brown (leg) is out for Tuesday's game against Miami (OH).

Impact Losing Brown is a huge blow for Northern Illinois. His absence means Telly Johnson and Gavin Williams are expected to pick up the slack in the backfield. Brown will have one final chance to play against Central Michigan on Nov. 30.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not part of depth chart Brown (leg) is not part of Northern Illinois' depth chart for Tuesday at Miami (OH), Skyler Kisellus of the Northern Star reports.

Impact Brown not being part of Northern Illinois' updated depth chart suggests he will be unavailable when the Huskies log their next game Tuesday. Telly Johnson and Gavin Williams are expected to pick up the slack at carries should their injured RB teammate actually sit out.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Akron Brown (leg) is out for NIU's clash with Akron.

Impact Brown was considered to have a good chance to play given an early press conference with Huskies' head coach Thomas Hammock. Still, the starting tailback is officially out ahead of this Wednesday night showdown. In Brown's stead, Telly Johnson and Gavin Williams should see their snaps increase.

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Brown (leg) has "a good chance to play" in Wednesday's game against Akron, Skyler Kellus of the Northern Star reports.

Impact More light will be shed on Brown's availability by the time the injury report is available around 6 p.m. ET, but it seems the running back could be able to suit up, which would represent a huge boost for Northern Illinois. If that's not the case, though, then fellow running backs Gavin Williams and Telly Johnson should see upticks in their usage. Brown has 115 carries for 567 yards and four scores this season.

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves early with injury Brown (leg) left early during Wednesday's game against Western Michigan with an injury and was later seen on the sideline in crutches, per Skyler Kellus of the Northern Star.

Impact Brown was injured on a tackle at the end of a 49-yard run in the first quarter, ending his day for the Huskies. To make matters worse, the senior running back was later seen on the sideline in crutches, indicating that the injury could be potentially serious enough to keep him out of a few games down the stretch this season. The severity and details of the injury are thus far unknown, so Brown can be looked at as questionable for next Wednesday's game against Akron, barring any negative updates. Should he miss time moving forward, fellow running backs Gavin Williams and Telly Johnson should see upticks in their usage.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two touchdowns in close loss Brown tallied 11 carries for 62 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 25-23 defeat versus Ball State.

Impact Brown recorded his second game of the season with two touchdowns, which was more impressive considering he didn't have a 20-plus carry performance like he's recorded earlier this season. The senior running back looks to still be the RB1 in the Huskies' backfield, and that trend should continue when the team comes out of the bye against Western Michigan on Nov. 6.

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

53 yards on the ground in loss Brown tallied 13 rushes for 53 yards during Saturday's 13-6 loss to Toledo.

Impact Brown was questionable with an undisclosed injury heading into the matchup, meaning his 13 carries could've been increased if he was fully healthy. Nonetheless, the running back now has competition with Gavin Williams commanding a high amount of carries and pushing solid output out in the recent weeks.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Brown (undisclosed) is listed as questionable for NIU's game against Toledo.

Impact Brown wasn't expected to play this week, but he's listed as questionable on the injury report. It's unclear how much run he'll get even if he is available. The tailback would likely be replaced by Gavin Williams if he's not able to go.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to out Brown (undisclosed will not play in Saturday's game against Bowling Green, per the MAC availability report.

Impact Brown was initially deemed probable for the contest, but the tailback will remain on the sidelines. In his stead, Gavin Williams and Jaylen Poe should see plenty of carries. Brown's next chance to play will come Oct. 19 against Toledo.

OCTOBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed on depth chart Bronw (undisclosed) is listed as the starting running back on the team's two-deep depth chart for Saturday's game against Bowling Green, Skyler Kellus of the Northern Star reports.

Impact Brown appears to be trending in the right direction after leaving Saturday's game early with an injury. If active, he'll be in line to lead the rushing attack for the Huskies with Gavin Williams filling in behind him. Brown is having a very strong season, totaling 605 total yards and three touchdowns through five games.

OCTOBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Done for the day Brown is out for the remainder of Saturday's game against UMass, 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Brown will not be able to return to Saturday's game, finishing with seven carries for 46 yards. The severity of his injury is unclear and another update will likely come after the game or to begin the new week. Jaylen Poe is currently leading the way with five carries for 44 yards and a touchdown.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off field Brown limped off the field in NIU's game against UMass, Skyler Kellus of the Northern Star reports.

Impact Brown was questionable heading into the contest, but managed to take the field early in the game. However, he's now been knocked out of the contest for the foreseeable future and it appears unlikely the tailback will return. Brown had logged seven carries for 46 yards.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Playing vs. UMass Brown (undisclosed) is playing Saturday against the Minutemen, Skyler Kellus of the Northern Star reports.

Impact Brown was deemed questionable, but got into the game early for NIU and is clearly healthy enough to take the field. The tailback is getting carries, and should remain a fixture of the Huskies' offensive backfield.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed questionable for Saturday Brown is listed as a question mark for Saturday's game versus UMass, per the MAC availability report.

Impact Brown has seen significant usage through the last three games, logging 20 or more snaps in each of them. Unfortunately, he seems to be feeling the wear of the usage and his status is in question leading up to the opening kick. If Brown can't go, he'll get another chance to suit up next week, while Gavin Williams could be in line for the lead backfield role.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Another huge usage game Brown had 28 carries for 114 yards and gathered in his only target for 11 yards during Saturday's 24-17 defeat against North Carolina State.

Impact Brown has been used at copious amounts in the recent weeks with 20 plus carries in three-straight games. He should continue to get huge output in the coming weeks, especially as the Huskies have struggled to get a consistent passing game going. He'll look to replicate another big game as the team takes on UMass next weekend.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two touchdowns in near loss Brown had 24 rushes for 73 yards and two touchdowns and gathered in 3 of 5 targets for 22 yards during Saturday's 23-20 overtime defeat to Buffalo.

Impact Brown had complete control over the Huskies' backfield with a bonus two touchdowns, and he's now logged back-to-back weeks with 20 or more carries. The senior running back should continue to be the catalyst of Northern Illinois' rushing attack in the coming weeks.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Huge day with lots of production Brown compiled 20 carries for 99 yards and caught all two targets for 126 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 16-14 win against Notre Dame.

Impact Brown was relied on heavily as the Huskies eventually upset the Fighting Irish. The dominant runner has now had two-straight huge games, and it appears the offense will continue to run through him. He now has 168 rushing yards and one receiving touchdown this season.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in all facets Brown posted eight rushes for 69 yards and caught all two targets for 45 yards during Saturday's 54-15 victory versus Western Illinois.

Impact Brown led the team in rushing yards in the blowout victory and also was solid in the passing game. The 5-foot-10 running back ended the matchup with over 100 scrimmage yards and should continue to be relied on heavily as the top backfield option for the Huskies this season.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in all facets Brown posted eight rushes for 69 yards and caught all two targets for 45 yards during Saturday's 54-15 victory versus Western Illinois.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores touchdown vs. Kent State Brown had 11 carries for 89 yards and a touchdown on Saturday against Kent State.

Impact Brown came into the game with an undisclosed injury, and it showed with a lesser workload that normal. He has scored in four of the last five games heading into Northern Illinois' upcoming bowl game.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brown delivers 2TDs for Northern Illinois in a shut-out win over Western Michigan

Antario Brown ran for 159 yards and two touchdowns and Northern Illinois kept its post-season aspirations alive with a commanding 24-0 win over Western Michigan

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • Associated Press

Could have returned to game Brown (undisclosed) exited Tuesday's 24-0 win over Western Michigan in the third quarter, but he was healthy enough to return if needed, Eddie Carifio of the DeKalb Daily Chronicle...

Impact Brown finished with 159 yards and two touchdowns prior to suffering an apparent injury late in the third quarter. In a closer game, Brown likely would have returned, but the reps could be handed out down the depth chart with Northern Illinois firmly in control. Barring a setback, Brown appears fully on track to play next Saturday against Kent State.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Runs for 167 vs. Central Michigan Brown had 22 carries for 167 yards and a touchdown against Central Michigan on Tuesday night.

Impact Brown has scored in back-to-back games, and in three of the last four. He'll look to keep the momentum going next Tuesday night against Ball State.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Brown delivers 2TDs for Northern Illinois in a shut-out win over Western Michigan