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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


Northwestern quarterback Trevor Siemian throws the ball to sophomore Christian Jones. Siemian finished 15-of-35 passing and failed to connect on several deep throws.

Football: Game-winning play eludes Northwestern against Nebraska

October 20, 2012

Most one-point games come down to one play. On Saturday, Northwestern failed to make the one play necessary to beat Nebraska. The Wildcats had plenty of opportunities: three turnovers, numerous close...

Northwestern cornerback Quinn Evans misses a tackle on Nebraska running back Ameer Abdullah. Abdullah finished with 101 yards on 19 carries.

Football: Wildcats bungle late 12-point lead against Cornhuskers

October 20, 2012

Northwestern’s loss to Nebraska was the movie remake nobody wanted. In shockingly similar fashion to their first loss of the season — as well as losses last year to Illinois, Michigan and Penn State...

Sophomore quarterback Trevor Siemian faces a difficult test with Penn State's defense, especially its vaunted linebacking corps.

Football: Wildcats seek vengeance against Nittany Lions

October 5, 2012

This has been quite an odd week of preparations for Northwestern. The Wildcats usually know conference opponents pretty well after seeing them on a regular basis on film and the field. However, this...

Northwestern running back Venric Mark breaks a tackle by Indiana linebacker David Cooper. Mark netted 139 yards on 29 attempts.

Football: Northwestern clocks record day to hold on against Indiana

September 29, 2012

Saturday's game against Indiana was another lesson for Northwestern that no lead is ever safe. The Wildcats took a 27-0 advantage with 11 minutes and 52 seconds remaining in the third quarter, but...

TRUMP CARD: Running back Mike Trumpy and the Wildcats aren’t getting swept up in the excitement surrounding the team’s 4-0 start. NU opens Big Ten play against Indiana on Saturday.

Football: Northwestern unfazed as Big Ten play looms

September 25, 2012

A new goal has been uncovered in Northwestern's team room: Win the Legends Division. After sweeping through the non-conference slate at 4-0, the Wildcats turn their attention to the Big Ten and the...

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