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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 cornerback Demetrius Dugar and the Wildcats’ secondary have been criticized for giving up the big play often this season. A Michigan Hail Mary at the end of last Saturday’s game paved the way for a Wolverine victory.

Football: Stats show Wildcats can make plays in close games

November 14, 2012

Despite the end-of-the-world attitude taken by most fans every time Northwestern enters the fourth quarter of a close game, coach Pat Fitzgerald believes the narrative around his team skews reality. “More...

Northwestern running back Venric Mark runs in the open field against Minnesota. Mark’s usage is at a career high so far this season.

Football: Wildcats look to make November push after bye week

November 7, 2012

For Northwestern to come away with a win against Michigan ­on this weekend — at least an 11-point favorite according to many sportsbooks — its top performers will need to play best games of the season. However,...

Minnesota return man Lamonte Edwards fumbles the opening kickoff of Saturdays game. Northwesterns CJ Bryant recovered. The Cats benefited from Minnesota miscues all afternoon.

Football: Northwestern clings to contender status despite flaws

October 13, 2012

MINNEAPOLIS — With a shaky defense, anemic passing attack and fluid quarterback situation, Northwestern somehow remains a serious contender in the Legends Division. The Wildcats' (6-1, 2-1 Big Ten)...

Becht: ‘Bend, don’t break’ defense enough for Northwestern

September 16, 2012

Let’s start with the obvious flaws. Boston College quarterback Chase Rettig threw for nearly 300 yards. The Northwestern pass rush was inconsistent. A lack of discipline cost the Wildcats dearly on...

NUs defense kept the team in the game against Vanderbilt, a week after giving up 482 passing yards and 41 points to Syracuse.

Football: Northwestern dominates other side of ball against Vanderbilt

September 9, 2012

A week after giving up nearly 500 yards through the air, the Northwestern defense rebounded against Vanderbilt. The Wildcats kept the Commodores in check for most of Saturday’s game, stuffing running...

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