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,...

Northwestern defensive players tackle a Purdue rusher. NUs defense forced two turnovers in the Saturday win.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 23, Purdue 15

November 18, 2023

After an eventful past seven days for Northwestern’s football program that celebrated the removal of coach David Braun’s interim tag and its first away win since August 2022, the Wildcats (6-5, 4-4...

Interim head coach David Braun and senior linebacker Owen Bergin stand outside the tunnel at Ryan Field.

Football: With his homecoming on the horizon, David Braun’s high-rising tale continues writing itself

November 10, 2023

Within the undulating hills and woodlands of western Waukesha County, the village of Wales, Wisconsin boasts a hardworking, tight-knit feel that defines small midwestern towns. With less than 3,000 residents,...

Northwestern will look to recover both its .500 record and starting quarterback against Wisconsin on Saturday.

Football: What to Watch For: Northwestern seeks first away win of the season in Madison

November 9, 2023

Looking to return to .500 after a 10-7 loss to Iowa last Saturday, Northwestern will head north to face Wisconsin in Madison. The Wildcats (4-5, 2-4 Big Ten) haven’t won a game outside of Ryan Field...

Redshirt senior tight end Thomas Gordon blocks Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean.

Football: Fatal 100-second stretch defines Northwestern’s loss to Iowa in Wildcats Classic

November 6, 2023

When Northwestern entered Wrigley Field to take on Iowa in Saturday’s Wildcats Classic, interim head coach David Braun’s team knew what to expect. Facing one of the nation’s top defenses, points...

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