Explosive former Florida standout still waiting for a bigger NIU role
Romelo Ware brings the profile of a downhill, big-play running back: as a high school senior in 2023, he rushed for 1,505 yards and 21 touchdowns, and NIU listed him as a team captain and All-State selection. In college, his workload has been very limited so far, with only two carries and one kickoff return in 2025 after a redshirt-preserving 2024 debut, so the “why care” is more projection than production right now. His fit is strongest for a team valuing burst, special teams value, and untapped upside.
