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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

University President Morton Schapiro (pictured on the sideline during last year’s game against Ohio State) recently missed his first home game as NU president for Yom Kippur. Schapiro named senior wide receiver Kyle Prater as his favorite Wildcats player.

Football: University President Morton Schapiro on his favorite football player, choosing temple over Ryan Field

October 14, 2014

Almost nothing can prevent University President Morton Schapiro from assuming his customary position on the Ryan Field sideline during Northwestern home games. But when this year's bout with Wisconsin...

Freshman running back Justin Jackson eludes Minnesota defenders on one of his 23 carries Saturday. Despite Northwestern’s loss, Jackson was named Big Ten Freshman of the Week, becoming the third straight Wildcats player to win the award.

Football: Jackson wins award, depth chart shaken up before Homecoming game

October 13, 2014

For the third consecutive week, a Northwestern player was named the Big Ten Freshman of the Week. This time it was running back Justin Jackson, who impressed last week against Minnesota by rushing...

Trevor Siemian caps a 97-yard drive with a 2-yard touchdown rush. Immediately following the score, Minnesotas Jalen Myrick returned Northwesterns kickoff 100 yards for a touchdown, sending the Wildcats to a 24-17 loss.

Football: Little mistakes, big kick return cost Northwestern in loss to Minnesota

October 11, 2014

MINNEAPOLIS — After two steps forward, Northwestern took a big one back Saturday. The Wildcats (3-3, 2-1 Big Ten) lost 24-17 to Minnesota (5-1, 2-0) at TCF Bank Stadium, killing the good vibes from...

Senior quarterback Trevor Siemian completed 32 of 50 passes for 269 yards, but that wasnt enough for Northwestern on Saturday. Issues in the passing game, particularly downfield, helped doom the Wildcats to their 24-17 loss to Minnesota.

Football: Northwestern’s passing game not good enough for victory over Minnesota

October 11, 2014

MINNEAPOLIS — Trevor Siemian had probably his best game of the season against Minnesota, and Northwestern still lost. The senior quarterback completed 32 of his 50 passes for one touchdown and one...

Rapid Reaction: Minnesota 24, Northwestern 17

October 11, 2014

What went right It wasn't perfect, but senior quarterback Trevor Siemian probably had his best all-around game of the season. He completed 32 of 50 passes for 269 yards and a touchdown while only taking...

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