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

The Daily Northwestern

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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

Redshirt freshman quarterback Clayton Thorson flips a short pass during Northwesterns 30-28 win over Nebraska. Thorson completed only 13/28 passes but threw a key touchdown pass to Dan Vitale in the fourth quarter.

Northwestern earns bowl eligibility with wild win against Nebraska

October 24, 2015

Football LINCOLN, Nebraska — In a game full of serious mishaps and big plays, Northwestern (6-2, 2-2- Big Ten) executed in all three phases and beat conference rival Nebraska (3-5, 1-3) Saturday. The...

Justin Jackson runs the ball on one of his 15 first half carries. The freshman led the Wildcats to a 17-14 halftime lead with 99 yards and two touchdowns.

Halftime Reaction: Northwestern 17, Nebraska 14

October 18, 2014

In front of a hyped-up Ryan Field crowd, freshman running back Justin Jackson came out with a bang, rushing for 99 yards on 15 carries. Strong tackling stalled No. 19 Nebraska's first drive, and the...

Gameday: Northwestern defense looks to get back to ball-hawking ways

October 30, 2013

It’s been a spooky past two weeks for the Northwestern defense. The unit has allowed only three offensive touchdowns in two games against Minnesota and Iowa — but only has two losses to show for...

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