Northwestern concluded its 2025 season with a 34-7 victory in the GameAbove Sports Bowl versus Central Michigan. Junior wide receiver Griffin Wilde was named the game’s Most Valuable Player for his 10-catch, 97-yard and two-touchdown performance.
The Wildcat (7-6, 4-5 Big Ten) defense forced turnovers on three consecutive drives, jumpstarting the offense and putting the game out of reach. Friday’s win marks coach David Braun’s second bowl victory in his three years leading the program.
The Northwestern marching band takes its seats prior to kickoff.Junior wide receiver Griffin Wilde celebrates after scoring a touchdown.Redshirt junior defensive back Robert Fitzgerald celebrates a turnover with his teammates.Redshirt junior defensive back Braden Turner returns a fumble for a touchdown.Turner smiles on the sidelines after his big play.A member of the Northwestern Spirit Squad performs during a game break.Kalen Caroll finds the camera after nabbing a fourth-quarter interception.Coach David Braun pumps up the crowd from the podium.The quarterback room poses with the GameAbove Sports Bowl trophy.The defensive backs pose for a group picture.Junior defensive lineman Michael Kilbane signs an autograph.A helmet sits at midfield after the postgame celebration.
