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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


Statistical Highlights: Northwestern vs. Illinois

November 28, 2012

Thanks to the powers of TiVo, I was able to break down the first half in Northwestern’s blowout win versus Illinois. Wrap it up Though the Wildcats' defense had a tremendous amount of success...

Northwestern superback Dan Vitale has slowly grown into a larger part of the  NU offense as a true freshman, and his coaches think his future is bright.

Football: The changing role of the Northwestern superbacks

November 8, 2012

Most schools have tight ends or fullbacks or maybe both. At Northwestern, those two positions are rolled up into one: the superback. Superbacks do it all for the Wildcats from being extra offensive...

 Northwestern running back Tyris Jones has embraced his role as the Wildcats’ third down back in passing situations.

Football: Jones gives back to Northwestern and Evanston communities

November 8, 2012

Tyris Jones came to Northwestern in 2008 as a walk-on linebacker with the hope of giving back to his community. In 2012, the senior is now a running back, but his commitment to the NU and Evanston...

Northwestern running back Venric Mark eclipsed 1,000 rushing yards on the season in the second quarter against Iowa on Saturday. The Wildcats went on to defeat the Hawkeyes 28-17.

Football: Breaking down Northwestern’s success on ground

October 28, 2012

It’s possible that Northwestern’s offensive linemen are truly good people at heart — just don’t ask the Iowa defense. The Wildcats and their five men in the trenches — tackles Jack Konopka...

Northwestern defender Tyler Scott makes his only tackle of the game against South Dakota running back Jasper Sanders.

Football: Wildcats win battle in trenches

September 27, 2012

For Northwestern, translating non-conference success to Big Ten victories rests on winning the battle up front — on both sides of the ball. One month into the season, the Wildcats have done just that,...

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