Northern Illinois head coach Thomas Hammock, center, talks into his headset during an NCAA college football game against Notre Dame, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in South Bend, Ind. (AP Photo/Michael Caterina)

Northern Illinois quarterback Ethan Hampton (2) celebrates with fans after defeating Notre Dame in an NCAA college football game Saturday Sept. 7, 2024, in South Bend, Ind. (AP Photo/Michael Caterina)