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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


Former defensive lineman Jordan Thompson takes down Michigan State quarterback Brian Lewerke. Thompson is one of many seniors whose presence the Wildcats have missed this season.

Football: Why Northwestern is missing Clayton Thorson and the winningest class in program history

October 24, 2019

Football Pat Fitzgerald actually looked under the podium during his press conference Monday, pretending he might find a way to end Northwestern’s worst start to a season since 1992. There wasn’t...

Clayton Thorson throws a pass. The senior quarterback is projected as a fourth- or fifth-round pick in this week’s NFL Draft.

Football: Clayton Thorson headlines prospects with NFL dreams

April 24, 2019

Football After four record-setting years leading the Northwestern offense, quarterback Clayton Thorson will now look to continue his football career in the NFL. Thorson, the Wildcats’ all-time...

Tackling the Draft – Episode One: Roller Coaster

February 18, 2019

In the first episode of The Daily’s new documentary series “Tackling the Draft,” Jordan Thompson discusses his recovery efforts after his injury when playing against Ohio State.

Jordan Thompson gestures before the Big Ten Championship Game. The senior will not play in the Holiday Bowl.

Football: Seniors Nate Hall and Jordan Thompson out for Holiday Bowl

December 21, 2018

Football The last time Utah quarterback Jason Shelley took the field, he was held without a touchdown and to just 137 yards in the Pac 12 Championship Game by Washington’s defense. Against Northwestern...

Cameron Green celebrates a touchdown last December. The superback said in a Tweet on Monday that he is retiring from football.

Football: Northwestern gains third quarter momentum, only to let it slip away

December 2, 2018

Football INDIANAPOLIS — There was no question coming out of halftime of Saturday’s Big Ten Championship Game: If Northwestern didn’t score right away, the game would get out of hand. So after...

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