Richter-to-Newton connection sparks Toledo in low-scoring win over Northern Illinois


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DEKALB, Ill. — Alan Richter and Jerjuan Newton connected on a 52-yard pass for the game's only touchdown and Toledo defeated Northern Illinois 13-6. Richter's pass to Newton gave the Rockets a 7-3 lead midway through the second quarter and after the Huskies followed with a field goal the Rockets led 7-6 at halftime. Toledo's Dylan Cunanan kicked two field goals of less than 30 yards for the only scoring of the second half. Northern Illinois had a 391-285 advantage in total yards but was 4 for 19 on third down and 2 of 8 on fourth. Toledo was 2 of 15 on third and 0 for 2 on fourth.

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