Nonconference

DeKalb vs. Sycamore

When: 7 p.m. Friday, NIU’s Huskie Stadium

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About the Barbs: The Barbs have lost three in a row in the series but won seven in a row before that. Last year, they trailed 14-0 early, but led 28-14 early in the fourth. Sycamore won 35-28 . DeKalb outgained Sycamore 490-356 last year but Sycamore had a 106-67 edge on the ground. Quarterback Cole Latimer passed for 423 yards last year, four touchdowns and three interceptions in the loss. DeKalb coach Schneeman said he’s liked the way Latimer has improved throughout the offseason. He said the senior quarterback has always been good off-schedule, but has gotten better at making sure he’s more consistent when he has time in the pocket. He’s done a

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