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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


Sophomore defensive end Ifeadi Odenigbo is part of a versatile Northwestern defensive line that has thrived both in pass-rushing and against the run in recent weeks.

Football: With mix of talents, Wildcat defensive line succeeds by committee

October 16, 2014

Gameday It isn’t easy being a defensive lineman in the Big Ten. Slippery quarterbacks, bruising running backs and massive offensive lineman all stand in the way of a defensive end or tackle doing...

Freshman running back Justin Jackson eludes Minnesota defenders on one of his 23 carries Saturday. Despite Northwestern’s loss, Jackson was named Big Ten Freshman of the Week, becoming the third straight Wildcats player to win the award.

Football: Jackson wins award, depth chart shaken up before Homecoming game

October 13, 2014

For the third consecutive week, a Northwestern player was named the Big Ten Freshman of the Week. This time it was running back Justin Jackson, who impressed last week against Minnesota by rushing...

Trevor Siemian caps a 97-yard drive with a 2-yard touchdown rush. Immediately following the score, Minnesota's Jalen Myrick returned Northwestern's kickoff 100 yards for a touchdown, sending the Wildcats to a 24-17 loss.

Football: Little mistakes, big kick return cost Northwestern in loss to Minnesota

October 11, 2014

MINNEAPOLIS — After two steps forward, Northwestern took a big one back Saturday. The Wildcats (3-3, 2-1 Big Ten) lost 24-17 to Minnesota (5-1, 2-0) at TCF Bank Stadium, killing the good vibes from...

Rapid Reaction: Minnesota 24, Northwestern 17

October 11, 2014

What went right It wasn't perfect, but senior quarterback Trevor Siemian probably had his best all-around game of the season. He completed 32 of 50 passes for 269 yards and a touchdown while only taking...

Statistical Preview: Minnesota vs. Northwestern

October 17, 2013

Northwestern desperately needs a win after its crushing loss at Wisconsin. Here's a preview of the Wildcats' Saturday opponent, the Minnesota Golden Gophers: The red zone will be absolutely critical...

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