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

The Daily Northwestern

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

The Daily Northwestern

Justin Jackson cuts away from the sideline during Northwesterns loss to Illinois last Saturday. After a stellar freshman season, the running back is a key part of the Wildcats future in 2015 and beyond.

Football: Looking ahead to the 2015 season

December 2, 2014

A second-straight season without a bowl game is disappointing, but despite having the same record, Northwestern’s 2014 campaign wasn’t as bad as 2013’s. A talented defense kept the Wildcats competitive...

The fast track to stardom: Freshman Jackson emerges as latest in Northwestern running back tradition

The fast track to stardom: Freshman Jackson emerges as latest in Northwestern running back tradition

October 17, 2014
Freshman Justin Jackson has quickly become Northwestern's lead running back, and the sky is the limit for the young ballcarrier.
Freshman running back Justin Jackson eludes Minnesota defenders on one of his 23 carries Saturday. Despite Northwestern’s loss, Jackson was named Big Ten Freshman of the Week, becoming the third straight Wildcats player to win the award.

Football: Jackson wins award, depth chart shaken up before Homecoming game

October 13, 2014

For the third consecutive week, a Northwestern player was named the Big Ten Freshman of the Week. This time it was running back Justin Jackson, who impressed last week against Minnesota by rushing...

Senior quarterback Trevor Siemian and the rest of the Wildcats offense have struggled to move the ball this season. Siemian is averaging only 5.58 yards per pass attempt and has thrown three interceptions to two touchdowns.

Football: Fitzgerald, Siemian address passing game

September 22, 2014

With an underwhelming 1-2 on the season and the team’s offense sputtering, senior quarterback Trevor Siemian’s play has come under scrutiny. Siemian has completed a respectable 59.1 percent of...

Gameday: Offensive line going back to fundamentals to fix leaks

Gameday: Offensive line going back to fundamentals to fix leaks

October 18, 2013

Northwestern’s offensive line started off air tight in its first four games, only allowing seven sacks and minimal pressure. But since conference play started, junior quarterback Trevor Siemian has been...

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