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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


Junior defensive tackle Jordan Thompson and senior tackle Tyler Lancaster smother Illinois running back Dre Brown. The  Wildcats' defensive front dominated Illinois on Saturday.

Football: Northwestern’s defense shuts down Illinois in lopsided win

November 25, 2017

Football CHAMPAIGN — Illinois’ first drive against Northwestern on Saturday was a strong one. Freshman quarterback Cam Thomas led his team down the field, then finished it off with a 23-yard touchdown...

Justin Jackson jukes. The senior running back picked up 144 rushing yards against Illinois on Saturday.

Football: No. 22 Northwestern dominates Illinois 42-7 to retain Land of Lincoln Trophy

November 25, 2017

Football CHAMPAIGN — As a freshman in 2014, Justin Jackson experienced a season-ending loss to Illinois that kept Northwestern out of a bowl. Three seasons and three decisive wins in the rivalry...

Justin Jackson carries the ball. The senior running back ran for 144 yards in the final Big Ten game of his career.

Rapid Recap: No. 22 Northwestern 42, Illinois 7

November 25, 2017

Football CHAMPAIGN — File this as a no-drama November for Northwestern. The No. 22 Wildcats (9-3, 7-2 Big Ten) plowed past Illinois (2-10, 0-9) 42-7 on Saturday, easing through the regular-season...

The Football Podcast: A perfect storm and perfect Senior Day at Ryan Field

The Football Podcast: A perfect storm and perfect Senior Day at Ryan Field

November 23, 2017

On this week's episode, Max Schuman, Tim Balk and Max Gelman discuss Northwestern's blowout win over Minnesota on a wet and windy Senior Day at Ryan Field. They also give their thoughts and predictions...

Brad North leads the Wildcats onto the field. The senior center and NU are looking to extend their winning streak at Illinois this weekend.

Football: Streaking Wildcats prepare for rivalry week against rebuilding Illinois

November 20, 2017

Football A win over Illinois on Saturday would give Northwestern almost twice as many Big Ten wins during its ongoing winning streak as the Fighting Illini have accumulated over the past three seasons...

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