Last night did not go their way as the Northwestern football program lost at Illinois, to finish the season 6-6. The Illini defense came up with four takeaways on the night, on NU quarterback Preston Stone had yet another poor performance. Overshadowing the result however, was the weather, as more than a foot of snow fell on Memorial Stadium in Champaign, a new record for the … [Read more...] about Northwestern Football: Bowl Projections (Updated 12-3-25)
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Illinois Fighting Illini Bowl Game Projections (12-3-25)
The Illinois Fighting Illini beat Northwestern last night, 20-13, to keep the Land of Lincoln Hat in Champaign. The first November night game in Memorial Stadium history, and the first game in this series to be broadcast on regular, old-fashioned over-the-air television, also ended up as the snowiest Illini home game ever. Illini safety Miles Scott certainly had a senior night … [Read more...] about Illinois Fighting Illini Bowl Game Projections (12-3-25)
Ex-Northwestern Coach Pat Fitzgerald Takes Michigan State Job
That was quick! The brand and image rehabilation for Pat Fitzgerald worked, and it took effect very quickly. Northwestern fired him in disgrace, due to a hazing scandal, in the summer of 2023. And now, here in the fall of 2025, he's already got a new job, within the conference no less! NU's Big Ten rival, Michigan State, is hiring Fitzgerald as their new head football coach. … [Read more...] about Ex-Northwestern Coach Pat Fitzgerald Takes Michigan State Job
Lane Kiffin Calls Ole Miss Reporter ‘bush league,’ Rightfully So
Think and feel as you may about Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin, but he's in the right on this one. Kiffin has certainly done a lot lately to open himself up to professional criticism, but he absolutely deserved to call this reporter out. And honestly, this guy should not be a reporter anymore. … [Read more...] about Lane Kiffin Calls Ole Miss Reporter ‘bush league,’ Rightfully So
Michigan vs. Everybody, Ohio against the World, Everybody against the World
"Michigan vs. Everybody." Whomever is monetizing that phrase, more power to you. Don't hate the player, hate the game. Ditto for "Ohio Against the World." If you're the person who gets paid off that slogan, you deserve all the kudos. You're winning at capitalism. That said, both of these concepts are next level stupid. Really, this is insanely dumb. … [Read more...] about Michigan vs. Everybody, Ohio against the World, Everybody against the World
Illini vs Northwestern: LOL HAT Trophy Game Preview, Prediction
It's the LOL Bowl, the Land of Lincoln trophy or LOL trophy game. Or you could call it "the hat," the Lincoln hat, or LOL HAT game. What ever you want to call it, it's the Illinois Fighting Illini versus the Northwestern Wildcats, and it will be under the lights on Saturday night. the first November night game in Gies Memorial Stadium history. Doing something different for … [Read more...] about Illini vs Northwestern: LOL HAT Trophy Game Preview, Prediction
Inside Matt Patricia’s Defensive Game Plan Against Washington
On September 27, Ohio State's defense delivered a masterclass performance against Washington. Constant pressure. Complete offensive disruption. The Buckeyes didn't just beat Washington—they systematically dismantled every element of the Huskies' offensive identity. The architect behind that dismantling was Matt Patricia, the former New England Patriots defensive coordinator who … [Read more...] about Inside Matt Patricia’s Defensive Game Plan Against Washington
Michigan-Ohio St Rivalry, the Toledo War and Frostbitten Convention
This weekend culminates rivalry week in college football, and that means "The Game" between Ohio State and Michigan. The Game conjures up memories of the Toledo War and the Frostbitten Convention. And it occurs on a weekend with games that have awesome names like "The Iron Bowl" (Alabama-Auburn), "The Civil War" (Oregon-Oregon State), "The Egg Bowl" (Mississippi St.-Ole Miss) … [Read more...] about Michigan-Ohio St Rivalry, the Toledo War and Frostbitten Convention
Northwestern Wildcats vs Minnesota Golden Gophers Game Preview
This is it- the final Northwestern Wildcats football game at Wrigley Field. The series at the Friendly Confines will not continue once the Cats move into the new digs. At least not for any time in the foreseeable future. They've lost all six here in recent years, so NU will be extra motivated to finally break the streak, and leave the Friendly Confines with a chance to Fly … [Read more...] about Northwestern Wildcats vs Minnesota Golden Gophers Game Preview
David Braun Strongly Rants Against Idea of Moral Victories
Heading into the final seconds of today's clash with #18 Michigan, Northwestern held a 22-21 lead. However, Dominic Zvada kicked a 31-yard field goal as time expired, and the 'Cats fell 24-22. When Northwestern head coach David Braun met the media afterward, he was fired up. And I do mean FIRED UP! … [Read more...] about David Braun Strongly Rants Against Idea of Moral Victories