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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


Joe Gaziano lifts the Hat trophy after Northwestern’s 2018 win over Illinois. The senior has been one of NU’s most productive players during his career in Evanston.

Football: On the brink of NU history, Joe Gaziano prepares to cap off a remarkable career in the midst of a not-so-remarkable season

November 22, 2019

Football It was third down at Michigan State’s seven-yard line. Down by three points and looking for a shift of momentum, Northwestern’s defense had a prime opportunity to earn a stop...

Clayton Thorson throws a pass. The senior quarterback is projected as a fourth- or fifth-round pick in this week’s NFL Draft.

Football: Clayton Thorson headlines prospects with NFL dreams

April 24, 2019

Football After four record-setting years leading the Northwestern offense, quarterback Clayton Thorson will now look to continue his football career in the NFL. Thorson, the Wildcats’ all-time...

Ohio State cornerback Shawn Wade grabs the ball from Flynn Nagel. NU committed three costly turnovers in Saturday's loss.

Football: Costly turnovers doom Northwestern in Big Ten Championship Game

December 2, 2018

Football INDIANAPOLIS — Any path to a win for No. 21 Northwestern, which entered Lucas Oil Stadium as 16.5-point underdogs, involved the Wildcats winning the turnover battle. Instead, they coughed...

Wilkinson: Seeing college athletes in a different light

November 30, 2018

I walked into Bobb Hall unsure of what to expect. It was move-in day my freshman year, and I was just another kid in a sea of freshmen. As I made my way through my freshman hall, I saw a name I recognized...

Football: In attracting in-state standouts, Northwestern blows past rival Illinois

Football: In attracting in-state standouts, Northwestern blows past rival Illinois

November 20, 2018

Most people in Jacksonville, Illinois — population 18,454 — are University of Illinois fans. After all, Champaign is just 120 miles from the town. The two places share some similarities, as small population...

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