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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

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Football: Northwestern attempts comeback, but first-half struggles mark 30-23 loss to Duke

September 18, 2021

Football DURHAM, N.C. — Northwestern had been here before. In Oct. 2018, the Wildcats trailed 31-24 to Nebraska with less than two minutes remaining and starting field position on their own one-yard...

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Rapid Recap: Duke 30, Northwestern 23

September 18, 2021

Football Entering this week’s matchup against Duke, Northwestern’s dominant 24-6 win over Indiana State hushed the questions and concerns following the team’s Week One loss to Michigan State. However,...

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Football: Experienced defensive line pacing Northwestern by finding success against the pass

September 17, 2021

Football Midway through the first quarter of Northwestern’s 24-6 win over Indiana State, the Sycamores were on the march. Trailing 7-0, Indiana State ripped off seven, eight and 17-yard gains...

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Football: “They will not stop the run”: How Northwestern’s running backs are making their presence felt in 2021

September 17, 2021

Football Northwestern started its Week Two game against Indiana State with a 12-yard rush by running back Evan Hull. The sophomore then took the next play 18 yards. Then another for eight. Across...

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Football: Northwestern’s defense readies for test against Mataeo Durant and Duke’s rushing attack

September 17, 2021

Football After giving up 264 yards and four touchdowns to Michigan State running back Kenneth Walker III, Northwestern tightened its rushing defense against Indiana State. In a 24-6 win over the...

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