The Northern Illinois Huskies were a touchdown away from completing a second half comeback against No. 19 San Diego State on Saturday.
The Aztecs defense was too much in the fourth quarter, propelling SDSU to a 34-28 victory.
Three other Mid-American Conference teams played Power Five schools, however, none gained a victory.
Notre Dame and Boston College rolled over Miami (Ohio) and Central Michigan, respectively, while Kentucky won in a close game against Eastern Michigan.
Buffalo beat Kent State, Akron topped Bowling Green and Western Michigan demolished Ball State in conference matchups.
MAC West Division
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