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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


It was a tough day for Northwestern quarterback Dan Persa and the Wildcats, who despite nearly completing the comeback, fell to Texas A&M 33-22 in the 2011 Meineke Car Care Bowl of Texas.

Football: Northwestern’s bowl history, 2005-2011

December 26, 2012

Though Northwestern’s bowl history is painful in its own right, the period from 2005-2011 can easily be described as the most brutal. Over the course of seven seasons, NU has suffered five bowl losses,...

Northwestern quarterback Kain Colter leads the Wildcats to a touchdown on their opening drive against Iowa, gaining multiple first downs. He led the team with 166 yards rushing and scored three touchdowns.

Football: Northwestern running game propels Homecoming victory over Iowa

October 27, 2012

For a team without an identity in the middle of the week, Northwestern found something that works for it. The Wildcats (7-2, 3-2 Big Ten) ran the ball 49 times for 349 yards and got past Iowa (4-4,...

Pregame roundup: Northwestern vs. Nebraska

October 20, 2012

As Northwestern prepares for its sold-out showdown against Nebraska this afternoon, The Daily rounds up some of the best local media on the Wildcats-Cornhuskers rumble. The last time Nebraska visited...

Wide receivers helping pave way for rushing success

October 17, 2012

Imagine an intense Pat Fitzgerald recruiting a young wide receiver to be part of an offensive attack renowned for passing the ball. Then imagine that receiver arriving on campus to work on their blocking. For...

Northwestern running back Venrik Marc dodges a tackle against Boston College on Sept. 15. The Wildcats went on to beat the Eagles 22-13.

Football: Junior running back poised for 1,000-yard season

September 11, 2012

The last time a Northwestern football player rushed for more than 1,000 yards was in 2006 when sophomore Tyrell Sutton matched that exact number. Since Sutton graduated in 2009, no running back has broken...

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