Mike Helfgot – Page 15

NIU wide receiver Kenny Golladay runs after the catch against Toledo cornerback Trevon Mathis during a game, Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2016, at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago.

Friday’s matchup, prediction: Northern Illinois at Kent State

June 8, 2018 at 10:40 p.m.

TV/radio: 11 a.m. Friday; CBS Sports Network, WIND-AM 560. Line: NIU by 4 1/2. Records: NIU 4-7, 4-3 MAC; Kent State 3-8, 2-5. Last meeting: Sophomore quarterback Anthony Maddie replaced...

Maine South's Kevin Jarvis lines up against Palatine during a Class 8A semifinal Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016 in Park Ridge.

Lineman Kevin Jarvis always comes up big for Maine South

May 12, 2019 at 8:10 p.m.

Kevin Jarvis' legacy at Maine South was secure before the final wild ride began. Off his junior year alone, Jarvis was, according to his coach, the best Maine South lineman...

Loyola's David Terrell Jr., son of the former Bears receiver, catches a long pass in front of O'Fallon's Robert Gonzalez during a Class 8A first-round playoff game Saturday, Oct. 29, 2016 in Wilmette.

Loyola receiver David Terrell Jr. enjoying breakout season

May 12, 2019 at 8:10 p.m.

The numbers say he's the most explosive player on the state's No. 1 team. David Terrell Jr. could have a 1,000-yard receiving season with one more productive game, and at...

Loyola's Tommy Herion passes against Glenbard West during a Class 8A semifinal Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016 in Glen Ellyn.

Mike Helfgot’s Week 14 Top 20

May 12, 2019 at 8:10 p.m.

1. Loyola Record: 13-0. Last week: 1. 8A semifinal: Won 42-13 at Glenbard West. Saturday vs. No. 3 Maine South (10-3), 7 p.m. 2. Prairie Ridge Record: 13-0. Last week:...

Fenwick's Jack Henige scores the game's first touchdown against Plainfield North.

Fenwick takes IHSA to court in dispute over Class 7A playoff loss

May 12, 2019 at 8:10 p.m.

The controversial finish to Saturday's IHSA Class 7A semifinal football game between Fenwick and Plainfield North will be decided by a judge. In the wake on an 18-17 overtime loss...

Montini coach Chris Andriano congratulates Springfield Sacred Heart-Griffin after SHG's win in the Class 5A state championship Saturday, Nov. 29, 2014 at Memorial Stadium in Champaign. (Anthony Souffle/baiduhai)

Montini coach Chris Andriano retires after 300 wins, 6 state titles

May 12, 2019 at 8:10 p.m.

Thirty-eight seasons and exactly 300 wins after becoming the head football coach at Montini, Chris Andriano announced his retirement Sunday night at his final team's awards banquet. Mike Bukovsky, an...

Fenwick coach: IHSA should overturn Plainfield North’s 7A semifinal win

May 12, 2019 at 8:10 p.m.

It was immediately apparent to Fenwick coach Gene Nudo that his kids had just been wronged by the action of adults on Saturday night Nudo initially placed the blame for...

Loyola's Kyle Rock rushes against Glenbard West during a Class 8A semifinal Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016 in Wilmette.

‘Legendary’ line leads No. 1 Loyola past No. 4 Glenbard West in 8A semifinal

May 12, 2019 at 8:10 p.m.

Jack Badovinac and the rest of the Loyola offensive line had just been told they were legendary. It was genuine praise, and it came not from teammates, fans or family...

Simeon players celebrate after their win against Curie in the Public League final Friday, Nov. 18, 2016 at Gately Stadium in Chicago.

Simeon reclaims Public League title with emphatic win against Curie

May 12, 2019 at 8:10 p.m.

Not long ago, Simeon was the dominant force in Public League football. The Wolverines had a serious winning streak to show for it — 49 straight victories against Public League...

Maine South's Luke Hinkamp makes a 40-yard touchdown reception against Lincoln-Way East during a Class 8A quarterfinal Saturday, Nov. 12, 2016 in Frankfort.

Mike Helfgot’s semifinal picks blog

May 12, 2019 at 8:10 p.m.

Adam West is my Batman. I'm old enough to remember the TV show but was too young to realize it was all a big joke, so when I think Batman,...

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