Northern Illinois Linebacker Suspended For Sacking Opposing Band Member
When you're on a defense that gives up 60 points in regulation, that's reason enough to be suspended. But NIU linebacker Jamaal Bass earned his suspension the hard way, by knocking over a Toledo band member before the matchup Tuesday night. Huskies coach Dave Doeren announced the suspension this afternoon, apologizing for the incident but not, again, for allowing 60 points to the University of Toledo.
Also owing an apology: ESPN analyst Tim Brown for pronouncing the state "Illinoise."
This is the second in a series of "Deadspin Videos." The music is "I'm In The Band" by Bratmobile.
Latest
How the Pittsburgh Steelers Can Survive Without T.J. Watt
Sat Dec 13 2025
UFC Vegas 112 Picks: Best Bets for the Final ESPN-Era Card
Sat Dec 13 2025
Latest Betting
- NBA Cup Semifinals Best Bets: Thunder vs. Spurs, Knicks vs. Magic Picks
- UFC Vegas 112 Picks: Best Bets for the Final ESPN-Era Card
- College Basketball Picks for Friday: UConn vs. Texas and Best Bets
- Why the Blackhawks and Bruins Are Playoff Longshots Worth Betting
- Falcons vs Buccaneers Thursday Night Football Week 15 Betting Picks
- NBA Picks December 10th: Thunder vs. Suns and Spurs vs. Lakers Best Bets
- NHL Futures Picks: Best Value Bets for Teams to Miss the Playoffs

