Despite suffering a heartbreaking defeat over the weekend in triple overtime, coach Carey and his staff made a big splash on the recruiting trail.
In-state standout Tyrice Richie announced his commitment to the Huskies on Monday evening. He currently attends Marian Catholic located in Chicago Heights, Illinois. He chose the Huskies over a reported offer from Miami.
Shortly after his commitment the 6-foot-1, 190 pound wide receiver caught up with Hustle Belt to explain what he liked about NIU.
“NIU made me feel like I was at home. I really loved the campus, coaching staff and of course the football team when I went down to visit.