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Junior punter Chris Gradone has come on strong during Northwestern’s current three-game winning streak, consistently pinning opponents deep in their own territory.

Football: Gradone brings stability to special teams

October 9, 2014

It’s fourth down early in the first quarter of Northwestern’s game against Wisconsin, and Chris Gradone is fidgeting in the backfield as he waits for the snap. Finally the count is called, and the...

FRESH LOOK Northwestern’s Homecoming uniforms, unveiled Monday, feature a “gothic” black and gold design. The uniforms also include ivy imagery on the jersey and pants and The Arch is pictured on the helmets.

Football: Fitzgerald, players talk Minnesota prep, Northwestern debuts Homecoming uniforms

October 6, 2014
Northwestern unveiled new uniforms and coach Pat Fitzgerald discussed the team's preparation for Minnesota at his weekly news conference.
Running back Justin Jackson was Northwestern's best offensive player Saturday. The freshman rushed for 162 yards on 33 carries in the Cats' 20-14 win over Wisconsin.

Football: Three takeaways from Northwestern’s 20-14 victory over No. 17 Wisconsin

October 5, 2014

1. You need a two-dimensional offense to beat Northwestern’s defense It feels strange to say it after Melvin Gordon ran for a career-high 259 yards, but Northwestern’s run defense was pretty good...

Junior running back Miles Shuler celebrates with teammates after his 16-yard run on a third-quarter reverse play. The play was one of several aggressive calls from coach Pat Fitzgerald and offensive coordinator Mick McCall.

Football: Aggressive coaching leads to two Northwestern touchdowns

October 4, 2014

For a season and a half, Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald and offensive coordinator Mick McCall have been criticized for conservative play-calling and decision-making. Not on Saturday. The Wildcats’...

Redshirt freshman Godwin Igwebuike was Saturday's star, intercepting three Wisconsin passes, including two in the fourth quarter.

Football: Igwebuike, Jackson lead Northwestern over No. 17 Wisconsin

October 4, 2014

Northwestern’s mid-season renaissance continues. In their conference home opener, the Wildcats (3-2, 2-0 Big Ten) stretched their win streak to three with an upset victory over No. 17 Wisconsin (3-2,...

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