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: Northwestern attempts comeback, but first-half struggles mark 30-23 loss to Duke

September 18, 2021

Football DURHAM, N.C. — Northwestern had been here before. In Oct. 2018, the Wildcats trailed 31-24 to Nebraska with less than two minutes remaining and starting field position on their own one-yard...

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Football: “They will not stop the run”: How Northwestern’s running backs are making their presence felt in 2021

September 17, 2021

Football Northwestern started its Week Two game against Indiana State with a 12-yard rush by running back Evan Hull. The sophomore then took the next play 18 yards. Then another for eight. Across...

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Football: Northwestern’s defense readies for test against Mataeo Durant and Duke’s rushing attack

September 17, 2021

Football After giving up 264 yards and four touchdowns to Michigan State running back Kenneth Walker III, Northwestern tightened its rushing defense against Indiana State. In a 24-6 win over the...

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Football: Northwestern prepares to face Duke for first time in three years in opening road game

September 17, 2021

Football In 2008, Pat Fitzgerald and David Cutcliffe clashed on opposing sidelines for the first time as head coaches. Fitzgerald, who took over Northwestern after the sudden passing of coach Randy...

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Football: After defensive struggles last week, Northwestern bounces back with dominant showing against Indiana State

September 11, 2021

Football In its first two games of the 2021 season, Northwestern (1-1, 0-1 Big Ten) has given up 44 combined points. Only six of those came against Indiana State (1-1). The Wildcats 24-6 victory...

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