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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

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


Senior running back Cam Porter takes a carry against Purdue. Porter amassed 95 rushing yards on 17 carries versus the Boilermakers on Saturday.

Football: Northwestern’s veterans reach likely-end to old-Ryan Field era, secure bowl eligibility in 23-15 victory over Purdue

November 19, 2023

About an hour and a half after senior linebacker Xander Mueller’s game-clinching interception that prompted a purple pandemonium and left the Ryan Field goalposts in danger of a dip in Lake Michigan,...

Ben Bryant attempts a pass in last Sunday’s matchup versus Rutgers. Bryant turned it around in Northwestern’s 38-7 win over UTEP, going 11-for-16 and passing for 116 yards and a touchdown.

Northwestern uses valiant second half to snap 12-game losing streak in 38-7 win over UTEP

September 9, 2023

It has finally happened. Northwestern has snapped its 12-game losing streak. The Cats won on U.S. soil for the first time since 2021, beating UTEP 38-7 in NU’s home opener. The contest appeared...

A football player in a black jersey and black helmet stands during a game.

Football: The stuff of dreams and nightmares: The nine plays that determined Northwestern’s 31-24 loss to Maryland

October 22, 2022

In a duel between two quarterbacks each making their first collegiate starts, Maryland picked up a 31-24 victory over Northwestern in a back-and-forth affair Saturday.  Fresh off a bye week with sophomore...

Player in purple uniform adjusts helmet on sideline.

Football: Price: After an unacceptable loss to Southern Illinois, Northwestern has a lot of soul searching to do

September 18, 2022

Predicting any sports game is nearly impossible, but there’s always one certainty — upsets can happen. Particularly for college football, this was the case last week, as No. 8 Notre Dame found themselves...

Player in black uniform sits on the turf after a catch.

Football: Northwestern offense looks to establish balance in upcoming contest against Southern Illinois

September 14, 2022

Boasting both talent and continuity, the Northwestern running back room entered the 2022 season as a clear strength for the team. The Cats’ (1-1, 1-0 Big Ten) rushing group boasts two captains in...

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