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The Daily Northwestern

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


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Football: How Jeremy Meiser became a dominant force on Northwestern’s defensive line

October 15, 2021

Following the 2020 season, first-year defensive coordinator Jim O’Neil and defensive line coach Marty Long searched the transfer portal as part of their effort to retool Northwestern’s defensive line.  Despite...

Junior right guard Conrad Rowley blocks a Nebraska defender. Rowley and three other offensive linemen injured in the contest are listed in the projected depth chart against Rutgers.
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Football: Bye week gives Northwestern’s offensive line time to ready for Rutgers

October 15, 2021

Many things did not go in Northwestern’s favor in its 56-7 loss to Nebraska two weeks ago.  The Wildcats’ defense allowed 657 yards, the most in a game under coach Pat Fitzgerald. NU’s rushing...

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Football: Northwestern and Hilinski’s Hope team up to break down mental health stigma

October 15, 2021

Content Warning: This story contains mention of suicide. This year, Northwestern participated in College Football Mental Health Week for the first time.  The Wildcats kicked off the week at their...

Brandon Joseph and Chris Bergin survey the field in between plays. Northwestern’s defense is looking to recover from a 56-7 loss to Nebraska, in which it gave up 657 total yards.

Football: Northwestern welcomes improved Rutgers for Homecoming, looks to rebound from Nebraska

October 15, 2021

There was a time not long ago when Rutgers was synonymous with futility in college football. The Scarlet Knights were the team every Big Ten squad looked forward to playing. In 2016, they were outgained...

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Schott: Beating Rutgers is crucial for Northwestern. It may define the remainder of the Wildcats’ 2021 season.

October 14, 2021

Northwestern is at a crossroads.  The Wildcats are so far winless against Power Five opponents and Nebraska just dealt them a 56-7 drubbing. NU’s defense has given up the most yards in the Big Ten...

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