Taylor Mashack brings playmaking range and back-end ball production to NIU
Taylor Mashack is a **safety** at Northern Illinois whose best calling card is disruptive, versatile defense: in the 2014 season, he posted **42 tackles, five tackles for loss, and three interceptions** in 10 games, plus three pass breakups and three fumble recoveries, showing instincts and ball skills that matter beyond raw tackle counts.[3] That profile suggests a defender who can diagnose quickly, create turnovers, and add value in multiple coverage and run-support situations—exactly the kind of low-flash, high-impact piece a secondary can trust.
