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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's captains enter the field ahead of Sept. 7's Duke game.

Football: New quarterback, downhill running, dominant defense: What to watch for in Northwestern’s Eastern Illinois matchup

September 13, 2024

On the heels of a heartbreaking double overtime defeat last Saturday, Northwestern football returns to Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium this weekend with a new signal-caller under center. Coach...

Cats Corner: The Gameday Podcast Season 2: Episode 2

October 20, 2023

After a few weeks off, Cats Corner returns with its second episode of the Gameday Podcast’s second season featuring Gameday members Lawrence, Alex and Jake. The crew discusses Northwestern's 23-20 win...

Northwestern quarterback Brendan Sullivan pans the field to make a pass. Sullivan threw for 131 yards in the win against Howard.

What to Watch For: Northwestern hopes to get above .500 after bye week, returns to action Saturday against Nebraska

October 18, 2023

Coming off its bye week, Northwestern hopes to pick up where it left off — a 23-20 win over Howard — facing Nebraska in Lincoln. Currently sitting at .500, the Wildcats’ (3-3, 1-2 Big Ten) clash...

Multiple Northwestern defenders tackle Howard running back Eden James. In NU’s victory, the defense struggled to stop the Bisons run game, which led to a much closer game than expected.

Northwestern’s defense struggles to limit Howard’s run game, leading to a mere three-point victory

October 9, 2023

Hoping to enter its bye week with a statement win, Northwestern (3-3, 1-2 Big Ten) hosted Howard (2-3, 0-0 MEAC) for homecoming weekend. While the Wildcats earned a wire-to-wire 23-20 victory on Saturday,...

Talk to the hand: Sophomore running back Joseph Himon II stiff arms a Howard defender during Northwestern’s 23-20 win against the Bison.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 23, Howard 20

October 7, 2023

After falling 42-7 to Wisconsin on Homecoming last year, Northwestern welcomed alumni back to Ryan Field with a 23-20 win against Howard. Saturday’s game marked the Wildcats’ (3-3, 1-2 Big Ten) ...

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