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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


Justin Jackson carries the ball in the first half against Michigan State Saturday. The junior ran for 188 yards and two touchdowns.

Football: Northwestern silences Michigan State homecoming crowd in 54-40 win

October 15, 2016

Football EAST LANSING, Michigan — Opposing Big Ten schools might want to stop scheduling their homecomings when Northwestern comes to town. For the second time in three weeks, the Wildcats (3-3,...

Solomon Vault races toward the end zone. The junior's second half touchdown return highlighted a strong special teams performance from the Wildcats.

Football: Northwestern’s special teams find redemption in East Lansing

October 15, 2016

Football EAST LANSING, Michigan — A homecoming crowd of 75,625 felt a Michigan State comeback in the cards after two long touchdown passes cut Northwestern’s lead to 33-31 with 2:08 left in the...

Steven Reese tackles R.J. Shelton. The Wildcats took the lead over the Spartans eight minutes into the second quarter and led the rest of the way.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 54, Michigan State 40

October 15, 2016

EAST LANSING, Michigan —Northwestern’s chances didn’t look good after quickly falling down 14-0 in the first quarter on the road against Michigan State. But the Wildcats (3-3, 2-1 Big Ten) ultimately...

Flynn Nagel returns a punt during Northwestern’s Oct. 1 game at Iowa. The sophomore’s return set up the Wildcats at the opposing five-yard line, leading to an early touchdown.

Football: Wildcats look to take road mojo to Michigan State

October 13, 2016

Football Maybe it’s because Ryan Field so often feels like a road venue, its north stands filled with the scarlet of Ohio State or the maize and blue of Michigan. Maybe it’s because conference...

Schuman: Most college football teams aren’t very good — and that’s okay

October 6, 2016

Even after a 38-31 win over Iowa that was more convincing than the scoreline indicates, Northwestern probably isn’t a very good team. The Wildcats struggle with consistency, are dealing with injuries...

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