Northern Illinois University Athletics

PRIOR TO NIU (2023-24 at Eastern Michigan) 

2024 

• Saw his only playing time in the double overtime win over Jacksonville State (9-14). 

2023 

• Did not see any action during a redshirt season.   

HIGH SCHOOL 

• Helped the team to a 10-3 record as a senior, recording one tackle, one fumble recovery, and one rushing touchdown. 

• Selected as the Special Teams Player of the Week four times. 

• Part of three teams that went undefeated in conference play. 

• Team was the 2021 7A state runner-up and the 2022 7A state semifinalist. 

• Was a member of the lacrosse team. 

• Selected 2022 Second Team All-CCL. 

• Named a 2022 Project Midwest Showcase All-Star. 

PERSONAL  

• Son of Mark and Jen Kelly 

• Has five siblings:  Three brothers (Duffy, Connor, and Kelly) and two sisters (Eva and Lyla) 

• Plans to major in business