You may say it’s too early to talk of such things and that I need to calm down after only one conference game in the books, but this could be a great year for the Wildcats! Their 5-0 record may not have come against the best of opponents (Syracuse, Vanderbilt, Boston College, South Dakota, Indiana), but Northwestern has shown the ability to score, almost on demand. They have … [Read more...] about Is Northwestern for real?
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Northwestern Defense “Brings It” in Victory Over Vanderbilt
Earlier this week, Pat Fitzgerald told the Vanderbilt passing offense to “bring it.” But it was his own defense, not the Commodores’ offense, that got the memo Saturday night. The same Northwestern defense that made Syracuse quarterback Ryan Nassib the nation’s leading passer last week stymied Vanderbilt quarterback Jordan Rodgers for 86 second half passing yards — and the … [Read more...] about Northwestern Defense “Brings It” in Victory Over Vanderbilt
Northwestern suffers tough road loss to Army 21-14
After starting the season 2-0, Northwestern faced a tough test in the triple option offense of Army. Unfortunately for ‘Cats fans, Northwestern wasn’t as prepared for it’s second road game of the season, and NU fell 21-14. … [Read more...] about Northwestern suffers tough road loss to Army 21-14
Northwestern Finds Exciting New Playmaker in Disappointing Bowl Loss
In the inaugural Ticket City Bowl, Northwestern lost the game, but found a new weapon on offense. In his first real extended action, freshman QB Kain Colter played multiple positions in a New Year’s Day bowl game. “Coming in I was a little nervous, but that first play: we scripted it out, and once I got that under my belt I felt okay,” Colter said after the game. “We did … [Read more...] about Northwestern Finds Exciting New Playmaker in Disappointing Bowl Loss