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N Illinois Football Career Interceptions Leaders
Dan Meyer holds N Illinois's career interceptions record with 16 interceptions (1964–1966). Al Eck (15) and Vince Thompson (15) round out the top three. 5 of the top 12 played since 2000; the most recent is Shawun Lurry (2014–2017), No. 4 on the list.
Northern Illinois HuskiesUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Interceptions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dan Meyer | 1964–1966 | 16 |
| 2 | Al Eck | 1958–1960 | 15 |
| 2 | Vince Thompson | — | 15 |
| 4 | Chris Blake | 1971–1973 | 14 |
| 4 | Randee Drew | 2000–2003 | 14 |
| 4 | Shawun Lurry | 2014–2017 | 14 |
| 7 | Steve Hirsch | 1980–1983 | 13 |
| 8 | Dan DeVito | 1968–1970 | 12 |
| 8 | Rich Marks | 1971–1973 | 12 |
| 10 | Dechane Durante | 2011–2014 | 11 |
| 10 | Jimmie Ward | 2009–2013 | 11 |
| 10 | Lionel Hickenbottom | 2001–2004 | 11 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at N Illinois only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.