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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


Graduate student defensive lineman Jaylen Pate tries to get past a Wisconsin defender. Pate was named to Pro Football Focus’ College Football Team of the Week after the loss to Iowa.

Football: Double repping and rotational system: How Northwestern’s surprise success started in the trenches

November 16, 2023

Northwestern’s defensive line was paper thin during spring ball. With only four defensive tackles and four defensive ends available, getting a breather between reps seemed like slim pickings. Although...

Northwestern huddles together during its game at Wisconsin.

Football: What to Watch For: Northwestern welcomes Purdue to Ryan Field for final home game of 2023

November 16, 2023

It’s officially a new era in Evanston.  On Wednesday, Northwestern announced it had officially promoted David Braun to head coach, dropping the ‘interim’ label the University had tabbed him with...

David Braun claps on the sideline. Northwestern landed its presumptive starting quarterback Thursday.

Football: David Braun named Northwestern’s permanent head coach

November 15, 2023

Time to scratch the “interim” tag. Northwestern has named David Braun its permanent head coach, the University announced Wednesday. “I have had the opportunity to sit down with Coach Braun...

Sixth-year quarterback Ben Bryant celebrates with junior offensive lineman Josh Thompson. Bryant finished with three total touchdowns in his return.

“Alright, I’m back”: Quarterback Ben Bryant returns from injury, leads Northwestern to 24-10 victory over Wisconsin

November 12, 2023

MADISON, Wis. — Northwestern’s slugfest against Iowa on Nov. 4 meant many tuned into the Wildcats' battle against Wisconsin this Saturday from the get-go. It was a chance to see how the ’Cats (5-5,...

A person in purple and white tackles another player in red, who is running with a football.

Football: Northwestern’s stifling defense silences Wisconsin crowd in 24-10 road victory

November 12, 2023

MADISON, Wis. —  Moments before Northwestern’s offense retook the field to begin fourth quarter action against Wisconsin, the Camp Randall Stadium speakers blared House of Pain’s “Jump Around,”...

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