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: Experienced defensive line pacing Northwestern by finding success against the pass

September 17, 2021

Football Midway through the first quarter of Northwestern’s 24-6 win over Indiana State, the Sycamores were on the march. Trailing 7-0, Indiana State ripped off seven, eight and 17-yard gains...

Chris Bergin celebrates following a big play. The Northwestern defense forced five turnovers on the day.

Football: No. 19 Northwestern upsets No. 10 Wisconsin 17-7, takes Big Ten West lead

November 21, 2020

Football Heading into Saturday’s matchup, No. 10 Wisconsin and No. 19 Northwestern ranked first and second in the country in defensive efficiency. On a cold night at Ryan Field, the Big Ten...

Junior defensive tackle Trevor Kent dives to recover a loose fumble. Northwestern forced five turnovers, including two fumble recoveries.

Football: Northwestern gets five takeaways off Wisconsin, holds Badgers to a touchdown

November 21, 2020

Football Northwestern had an excellent start to the game, holding Wisconsin to zero yards on its first possession and quickly driving down the field for a score. But Graham Mertz and the Badgers offense...

The defense lines up against Maryland. The front seven will face a tough challenge against Iowa on Saturday.

Football: Northwestern’s defensive line to face challenge against Iowa

October 30, 2020

Football In Northwestern’s season opener, almost everything went right. The offense was cruising down the field each possession like a 1963 Cadillac Eldorado. The defense held its ground throughout...

Joe Gaziano lifts the Hat trophy after Northwestern’s 2018 win over Illinois. The senior has been one of NU’s most productive players during his career in Evanston.

Football: On the brink of NU history, Joe Gaziano prepares to cap off a remarkable career in the midst of a not-so-remarkable season

November 22, 2019

Football It was third down at Michigan State’s seven-yard line. Down by three points and looking for a shift of momentum, Northwestern’s defense had a prime opportunity to earn a stop...

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