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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


Solomon Vault navigates up the field. The sophomore is one of three Northwestern players transitioning to receiver next season in an effort to boost a thin corps of pass-catchers.

Football: New receivers continue to work on transitioning to position

March 1, 2016

Football During his redshirt season, then-defensive back Steven Reese became nationally famous for his macarena rendition on the sidelines. Now, the onus rests on Reese to invent a new routine —...

Stephen Buckley carries the ball during a game in 2013, before his knee injury. Buckley eventually switched to wide receiver and now plays mostly on special teams.

Football: After brutal knee injury, Stephen Buckley perseveres as team leader

November 23, 2015

Football For one week in November 2013, Stephen Buckley looked like a budding star. The then-redshirt freshman had rushed for 58 yards against Minnesota and 99 against Iowa and, with injuries afflicting...

Wide receivers helping pave way for rushing success

October 17, 2012

Imagine an intense Pat Fitzgerald recruiting a young wide receiver to be part of an offensive attack renowned for passing the ball. Then imagine that receiver arriving on campus to work on their blocking. For...

Football: ‘Jet team’ punt returners propel Northwestern to victory

September 5, 2012

Northwestern's punt-return unit — known among players as the "jet team" — lived up to its name against Syracuse on Saturday, poising itself for a promising season after an underwhelming run last...

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