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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


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...

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.
Sophomore defensive end Ifeadi Odenigbo is part of a versatile Northwestern defensive line that has thrived both in pass-rushing and against the run in recent weeks.

Football: With mix of talents, Wildcat defensive line succeeds by committee

October 16, 2014

Gameday It isn’t easy being a defensive lineman in the Big Ten. Slippery quarterbacks, bruising running backs and massive offensive lineman all stand in the way of a defensive end or tackle doing...

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...

Collin Ellis will anchor Northwestern's linebacking corps in 2014. The senior will shift to middle linebacker to replace the departed Damien Proby.

2014 Northwestern football preview: linebackers

August 26, 2014

Depth chart, via ourlads.com Weak-side linebacker Middle linebacker Strong-side linebacker Chi Chi Ariguzo (senior) Collin Ellis (senior) Jimmy Hall (senior) Drew...

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