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

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


Northwestern running back Venric Mark evades tacklers on the wet field at Minnesota. Mark provided the majority of the offense for the now-bowl eligible Wildcats, rushing for a career high 182 yards on 20 carries.

Football: Wildcats hold on late, become bowl eligible

October 13, 2012

MINNEAPOLIS — Saturday was just another example of Northwestern finding a way to win a football game. The Wildcats failed to score a single point in the second half, but held on to beat Minnesota...

Minnesota quarterback MarQueis Gray is questionable for Saturday’s game with a high ankle sprain. Last season, Gray ran for 160 yards and a touchdown on 27 carries against NU.

Football: Northwestern trying not to let season spiral out of control

October 11, 2012

Last season, Northwestern's first loss was the start of a five-game slide that took the Wildcats from 2-0 to 2-5. Now, NU is hoping Saturday's loss to Penn State doesn't result in a similar tailspin. The...

Football: Wildcats look to improve on little things

October 9, 2012

Northwestern suffered its first loss Saturday , but you wouldn't know it from listening to coach Pat Fitzgerald and the rest of the Wildcats. The theme of the week is improving on the little things...

Becht: ‘Bend, don’t break’ defense enough for Northwestern

September 16, 2012

Let’s start with the obvious flaws. Boston College quarterback Chase Rettig threw for nearly 300 yards. The Northwestern pass rush was inconsistent. A lack of discipline cost the Wildcats dearly on...

Offensive linemen Pat Ward (left) and Taylor Paxton (right) sign a young fans poster. (Ariel Yong/The Daily Northwestern)

Photo gallery: Meet the Team Night

August 26, 2012

Normally, it’s all about offensive plays and defensive stops for the Northwestern football team. But Friday night, it was all about the kids. The team invited fans to their annual meet-and-greet event...

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