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

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Football: From separated shoulders to contested catches, Gordon and Navarro bring physicality to passing game

September 7, 2022

Junior tight end Thomas Gordon waited for years to get his shot to contribute to Northwestern’s offense, so when that opportunity finally arrived in the Wildcats’ season opener against Nebraska, he...

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Football: From blue to purple, NU’s Jeremiah Lewis ready to face his former team, Duke, on Saturday

September 7, 2022

Turn on the tape of Northwestern and Duke’s chaotic 2021 matchup and you’ll see a lot of action: a 27-0 first half lead for the Blue Devils, a roller coaster display under center from the Wildcats...

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Football: Northwestern seeks to maintain momentum in home opener against Duke

September 7, 2022

Two weeks after a comeback win against Nebraska, Northwestern looks to continue its winning ways stateside.  The pieces seemed to fall into place for the Cats against the Huskers: a triumphant offensive...

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Football: Emotions abound with Northwestern victory in Ireland

August 28, 2022

Content warning: this story contains mentions of suicide DUBLIN — One of the most important steps of Northwestern’s journey toward the Aer Lingus College Football Classic came on a whirlwind February...

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Winning and Irish Jigging: The seven plays that decided Northwestern’s instant classic win over Nebraska

August 28, 2022

After Nebraska’s early 32-yard receiving touchdown just three minutes into the contest, senior defensive back AJ Hampton II’s leg injury, and the Cornhuskers fast-paced offensive set, it seemed like...

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