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
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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
Sources: Northwestern Discontinuing Wrigley Field Series After this Season
Saturday marks the final chance for Northwestern Wildcats football to notch a win at Wrigley Field in the modern era. Minnesota comes in on Saturday (11am, BTN) for what will be the Wildcats home finale of the 2025 season. They'll move into the new Ryan Field next season, and when they do, there will be no more "home" games at Wrigley Field. That is according to sources … [Read more...] about Sources: Northwestern Discontinuing Wrigley Field Series After this Season
#18 Michigan Wolverines at Northwestern Wildcats Preview, Prediction
Here it is- the first game of what is essentially a three game season for the Northwestern Wildcats. They will host the #18 Michigan Wolverines at Wrigley Field on Saturday, and at 5-4, a win here makes them bowl eligible. The latest NU bowl projections have them going to most likely to the Rate Bowl in Phoenix, although some project the Pinstripe Bowl in the Bronx. An L … [Read more...] about #18 Michigan Wolverines at Northwestern Wildcats Preview, Prediction
Exclusive: Dana Altman on Mike Gundy’s Controversial Oregon NIL Remarks
When the Oklahoma State Cowboys traveled to the Oregon Ducks in week two this season, it was a match-up of programs with two of the most historical sugar daddies in the annals of college football. Long before the era of NIL (Name, Image and Likeness) money was ushered in, the University of Oregon was synonymous with Nike Founder Phil Knight (UO class of '59, member of the track … [Read more...] about Exclusive: Dana Altman on Mike Gundy’s Controversial Oregon NIL Remarks
Illini Football Gets Harsh Reality Check Against #1 Ohio State
Saturday saw Memorial Stadium, at the University of Illinois, with an atmosphere much more electric than usual. It's extremely rare to see the stadium as full (and as orange) as it was for an 11 am kickoff. Of course, this is what happens when the Illinois Fighting Illini are ranked #17 in the nation, and playing the nation's #1 team, who also happen to be the reigning … [Read more...] about Illini Football Gets Harsh Reality Check Against #1 Ohio State
#1 Ohio St. Buckeyes at #17 Illinois Fighting Illini Preview, Prediction, TV Info
The #1 Ohio State Buckeyes and #17 Illinois Fighting Illini will be getting together at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, for the first time since 2017. OSU has won every game in this series since 2007, a monumental chapter in Illini football history which marked the last time that Illinois beat a team ranked #1. Illinois is 3-13 all-time against #1-ranked teams, also winning … [Read more...] about #1 Ohio St. Buckeyes at #17 Illinois Fighting Illini Preview, Prediction, TV Info
Griffin Wilde Establishes Himself as 2025 Northwestern Focal Point
We're halfway through the season, and Northwestern Wildcats football has found their focal point. You could call him their talisman even- wide receiver and transfer portal pickup Griffin Wilde. In the preseason, it had been thought that the high impact transfer was set to be quarterback Preston Stone. However, the former SMU signal caller has had a pretty rough start to the … [Read more...] about Griffin Wilde Establishes Himself as 2025 Northwestern Focal Point
College Football Lines: Early Season Surprises and Standout Teams
Picture Credit Every college football season brings surprises. Teams rise quicker than analysts expect, and early results often shake up rankings and betting markets. In 2025, a few programs have turned preseason doubts into dominance, while one powerhouse looks every bit the contender it was built to be. … [Read more...] about College Football Lines: Early Season Surprises and Standout Teams