NIU’s steady, clutch kicker with proven big-game poise
Mathew Sims has been a dependable scoring weapon for Northern Illinois, with career numbers showing strong PAT reliability and enough leg to finish drives from range; ESPN lists him with a 68.4% career field-goal rate, 96.6% on extra points, and a long of 54 yards[5]. NIU has also highlighted his knack for thriving in pressure moments, including clutch late-game kicks and a 2013 season in which he ranked among the MAC and national scoring leaders for kickers[2][7][9]. If you want a kicker who brings composure, game-ready confidence, and proven experience in tight spots, Sims fits that profile well[2][7].
