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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


Graduate student running back Cam Porter rushes against No. 2 Ohio State on Saturday. Porter tallied 37 yards on 10 carries during the defeat.

Football: Northwestern’s shot at Goliath falls flat in 31-7 loss to No. 2 Ohio State

November 16, 2024

CHICAGO — As Northwestern descended the Wrigley Field bleachers ahead of kickoff Saturday, the gothic-clad challengers crossed paths with one of the nation’s foremost contenders. No. 2 Ohio State...

Players in white jerseys in position against players in black jerseys.

Football: Northwestern defense readies to face one of the top offenses in the country in No. 2 Ohio State

November 2, 2022

Over the past five seasons, Northwestern (1-7, 1-4 Big Ten) hasn’t had the best luck against some of the country’s top teams, specifically offenses. In 2018, the Cats lost 31-21 to No. 3 Notre Dame...

Ten Northwestern games played on a Friday. According to The Daily's research, these are the only non-bowl games the Wildcats have played on a Friday.

‘I’ve got class even though I don’t but I do:’ What playing on a Friday means for Northwestern

October 17, 2019

Football In a famous tune by the band Chicago, the lead singer is approached by multiple people on the street and asked what time it is. His response, which is also the name of the song, propelled...

Hunter Johnson runs the ball. The sophomore quarterback missed the last game due to injury.

Football Notebook: NU has a number of connections with Ohio State

October 16, 2019

Back before Justin Fields became a highly touted prospect, Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald recruited Fields to Evanston and the Wildcats offered him a scholarship in 2016. Fields became a five-star...

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