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Fox bumped up its Friday package as you can see. The ratings for Fox's 8 Friday games (per Nielsen): Iowa-Rutgers, 3.01m Auburn-Baylor, 2.83 Nebraska-Minnesota, 2.66 Minnesota-Oregon, 2.33 Northwestern-USC, 1.91 Arizona-Arizona St, 1.82 Arizona-K-State, 1.63 TCU-Arizona St, 1.59

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Fox beefs up its Friday night schedule with Missouri-Kansas, Iowa-Washington, Indiana's Big Ten opener From @slmandel https://t.co/ZBMP5HVChH

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On their paths to the NFL, Hubbard, Story and Wallace rep NU in Uplifting Athletes partnership

When former Northwestern defensive lineman Aidan Hubbard traveled to Indianapolis for the 2026 NFL Combine, he - like a growing constituent of his peers - opted not to participate in many of the on-field drills. Hubbard's quiet day appeared to be part of a growing trend, as no event saw more than 60% participation from...

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Women's Golf: Northwestern finishes 10th at the Big Ten Championships

Northwestern women's golf finished 10th at the Big Ten Championships and now awaits its NCAA Tournament destination, to be announced Wednesday at 3 p.m. CT on Golf Channel.

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Football: Four Wildcats find NFL homes

Northwestern football had a weekend worth celebrating, with two players hearing their names called in Pittsburgh at the NFL Draft and two more signing as undrafted free agents. Former offensive tackle Caleb Tiernan was drafted 97th overall by the Minnesota Vikings, and his fellow offensive lineman, guard Evan Beerntsen, went to the Baltimore Ravens with...

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BREAKING: Northwestern guard Evan Beerntsen selected 253rd overall by the Baltimore Ravens in the 2026 NFL Draft

Two former Wildcat dominoes fall!

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Evan Beernsten Scouting Report

Northwestern OL heading to Baltimore at 253

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Lacrosse: Three keys to Northwestern's Big Ten Championship matchup with Maryland

Northwestern faces a tense title clash with Maryland, where a path to victory will be dominated by defensive discipline.

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BREAKING: Caleb Tiernan selected 97th overall by the Minnesota Vikings in 2026 NFL Draft

Yet another NU offensive lineman heads to the pros.

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Full Caleb Tiernan Scouting Report

Northwestern OT goes No. 97

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Football: What you need to know ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft

For sixteen members of Northwestern's 2025 squad, the moment many of them have been waiting for since they first put on a pair of shoulder pads is finally here. The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off Thursday night. With it, players have 257 potential opportunities to hear their names called in Pittsburgh, a sign that opportunity...

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Northwestern's 2026 NFL Draft prospects

With the 2026 NFL Draft beginning tonight, @cjacobs1116 takes a look at which Northwestern prospects have the best chance of being drafted.

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Men’s Golf: NU finishes seventh at the Hoosier Collegiate Invitational

Led by Monty Holcombe and Daniel Svärd’s top-25 finishes, NU men’s golf placed solo seventh at the Hoosier Collegiate Invitational.

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It’s in the details: Northwestern’s defensive line

Paying attention to the small details is what Northwestern’s defensive line is all about. @cjacobs1116 has the story.

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Women’s Golf: Northwestern finishes eighth at Therese Hession Buckeye Invitational

Northwestern women’s golf closed the regular season at the Therese Hession Buckeye Invitational, finishing 8th in a 14-team field at Ohio State. Ashley Yun led the ‘Cats with a T5 finish at +6, closing with a 1-under 71 on Saturday. Full recap from @drewchristmann out now

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Top Future NFL Draft Prospects to Watch in 2026 👀

Assessing the next group of players who look prime to make it to the next level ➡️

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NCAA FBS Proposes New Schedule

Oversight Committee recommended standardizing start date for all CFB teams at Week 0

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New and old faces, same mentality: the camaraderie of Northwestern's running back room

Northwestern's running back room is comprised of returners and new faces, but altogether is full of experience. @cjacobs1116 has the story.

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Jerry Neuheisel left his forever home to coach at Northwestern

The little kid born at the UCLA Medical Center was destined for this moment, swept up in the celebration of an improbable victory. Fortune favored him when he beat Texas as the Bruins' backup quarterback in 2014. Now, it had followed him again. In Jerry Neuheisel's first game calling plays for UCLA, he had...

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CFP Reveals Updated Logo 👌

College Football Playoff drops 'refreshed' look with 'championship gold' details 📸

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Track: Northwestern shatters records at Chicagoland Championships

Skye Ellis and Cary Drake broke two school records, while the 'Cats won three event titles overall in the Chicagoland Championships on Friday.

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Northwestern's new-look offensive line

Northwestern's offensive line is entering a new era under coach Tim Drevno and now-center Ezomo Oratokhai.

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Three takeaways from No. 6 Northwestern Lacrosse's 11-5 win over USC

The Lake Show triumphantly returned to the Evanston outdoors, but what should it be thinking about heading into Thursday's clash at No. 1 Maryland. Pierson Strandquist may have an answer for that.

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Men's Golf: Northwestern finishes 12th at Augusta Haskins Award Invitational

Daniel Svärd's T-14 finish at 9 under wasn't enough to carry the 'Cats past 12th as Northwestern went up against three top-10 programs in a loaded 16-team field at the Haskins Award Invitational. @drewchristmann recaps the 'Cats weekend in Augusta.

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Rapid Reaction: No. 6 Northwestern bests USC at "Lacrosse Day Chicago"

The 'Cats looked sloppy at times, but bested the Trojans at home.

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Even with a new-look squad, the magic of Northwestern lacrosse lives on in win over No. 1 North Carolina

After its loss to Ohio State, it was fair to wonder whether Northwestern lacrosse was still the powerhouse it had been for the past few decades. Then came last night's win over No. 1 North Carolina, which erased that doubt in a hurry.

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NCAA Eyeing Early CFB Start

Committee 'moving toward' making all teams begin season during Week 0 (The Athletic)

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Best Coaching and Coordinator Hires ⭐

Breaking down how Northwestern put itself in a position to win this offseason ➡️

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Lacrosse: No. 11 Northwestern found its groove out west, defeating Oregon 17-3

After a two game losing streak, Northwestern traveled west to Eugene, Oregon in hopes of grabbing its first conference win. Through four quarters of tough defense and explosive offense, the 'Cats pull of the road win, sealing their victory 17-3.

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Wrestling: Northwestern falls in NCAA Championships, earns 0 team points

After a injury-riddled season with less-than-desirable outcomes, Northwestern closed its postseason in similar fashion, dropping all four matches at the NCAA tournament to earn zero team points and finish in a tie for last.

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Fencing: No. 6 Northwestern finishes sixth at 2026 NCAA Championships

Northwestern fencing finished sixth at the 2026 NCAA championships, while Elaine Lu became the highest-placing first-year since Sky Miller in 2021.

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2026 CFB Rule Changes 📜

Committee announces new rules and penalties around targeting, uniforms and more 📲

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Lacrosse: In a 9-6 loss to No. 14 Syracuse, No. 4 Northwestern looked uncharacteristically stagnant

Northwestern lacrosse dropped its second game of the season, this time to No. 14 Syracuse, in a game where the offense often looked stagnant.

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Three takeaways from Northwestern lacrosse vs. Syracuse

No. 4 Northwestern fell to 5-2 after last night's 9-6 loss to No. 14 Syracuse at Ryan Fieldhouse. Madison Taylor struggled for most of the night as the Wildcats racked up 21 turnovers while sophomore Molly Guzik scored six of the Orange's nine goals.

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Fencing: No. 6 Northwestern earns three top-five finishes at Midwest Regionals, names NCAA Championships squad

Northwestern fencing recorded strong performances and big upsets at the NCAA Midwest Regionals, its final meet before the NCAA Championships.

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Top 14 Unheralded Transfers Destined for Stardom ⭐

Expect Northwestern's inspiring tight end to establish himself as a game changer 💪

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Men's Swim and Dive: Nosack breaks 200-yard butterfly Northwestern record at Indiana Last Chance Meet

Diego Nosack broke his own school record in the 200-yard butterfly, while Kos, Baltaytis and Doyle also posted best times in Bloomington.

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Wrestling: Two Wildcats Rise to the Podium at Big Ten Championships

Strong showings across the board for the Wildcats

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Way-Too-Early College Football Upset Picks for 2026

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Women's Golf: Northwestern finishes ninth at the Darius Rucker Intercollegiate

Northwestern women's golf finished ninth at the Darius Rucker Intercollegiate, going +26 against a field of 11 top-25 teams at Hilton Head Island.

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Football: Northwestern stars on and off the field at 2026 NFL Combine

INDIANAPOLIS - As the football world descended upon the urban sprawl of hotels and restaurants surrounding Lucas Oil Stadium and the Indiana Convention Center for the 2026 NFL Combine, so too did members of the Northwestern community. The Wildcats sent three players to participate in this year's "Underwear Olympics," with offensive linemen Caleb Tiernan and...

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Football: Caleb Tiernan, Evan Beerntsen reflect on past, future at NFL Scouting Combine

INDIANAPOLIS - As former Northwestern offensive tackle Caleb Tiernan stood at the interview podium of the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, he couldn't believe where he was. "It's pretty surreal," Tiernan said Saturday. "These (moments) are what you dream of as a kid." Tiernan, the eighth-ranked offensive tackle in the draft by The Athletic's Dane...

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Men's Golf: Sullivan places third, Northwestern earns fifth at the Colleton River Collegiate

Northwestern men's golf traveled to South Carolina and put together a solid week, finishing fifth at the Colleton River Collegiate.

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Track: Crinti, Ellis shine as Northwestern finishes 13th at Big Ten Championships

A solid showing in Indianapolis.

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Men's Swim and Dive: Northwestern breaks 12 school records at Big Ten Championships, earning fourth for best finish since 2006

The 'Cats have arrived.

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NFL Combine Day 4 Recap 🔥

💫 Spencer Fano shines 💪 Markell Bell crushes 40 📲 Tap for results

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Lacrosse: Fourth Quarter Surge Lifts No. 4 Northwestern over No. 18 Stony Brook

Northwestern squeezed out a win in a back and forth affair in Long Island

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How Northwestern football is represented at the 2026 NFL Combine

Aidan Hubbard, Caleb Tiernan and Evan Beerntsen are seeking to continue a long-standing tradition of standout NU linemen going pro.

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CFB Transfer Players to Watch 👀

Top players to keep an eye on this spring after changing teams 📲

Top Rushing Plays of Season 💨

Relive last year's most insane runs

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Top 25 QBs For 2026 🔢

How the nation's best signal-callers stack up going into the spring ➡️

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NCAA May Change Targeting Rule

Committee could propose to remove 'carryover suspension part of the punishment' (The Athletic)

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The Case for 24-Team CFP Plan 🏆

Why the Big Ten's expansion proposal has merit ➡️

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Men's Golf: Northwestern turns in solid performance at shortened Prestige

Led by Daniel Svärd, the 'Cats made some noise in La Quinta, Calif.

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Defenders on Breakout Watch 👀

Texas' Lance Jackson, more players ready to take a big step forward ➡️

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Track: Northwestern sprints through Chicago and Boston

NU track split its squad in a weekend full of personal bests.

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2025 Northwestern football position reviews: Special teams

Northwestern football saw consistent kicking and punting in 2025, but also made several mistakes on the return game. Here's how Inside NU evaluates the Wildcats' special teams unit:

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Big 10's CFP Proposal 😯

24-team playoff by 2029. No conference championships. ESPN has full details 📲

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Underclassmen Eyeing 2026 Heisman 🏆

Notre Dame's CJ Carr, more young guys with a legitimate shot at the trophy ➡️

Best Catches of the Year 🤲

Whose was the most impressive? Comment below ⬇️

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Wrestling: Enright nearly pulls upset, Northwestern routed by No. 5 Nebraska

Wrestling: Redshirt first-year Eddie Enright's near upset against No. 4 Christopher Minto was Northwestern's lone bright spot in a 47-0 drubbing against No. 5 Nebraska.

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Men's Golf: Northwestern defeats Michigan State to win the Gantner Cup

Northwestern men's golf opened the spring season with a 5-3 win over Michigan State to claim the Gantner Cup for the third consecutive year.

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In introductory presser, new Northwestern OC Chip Kelly sets expectations for a new era

In his Chip Kelly's first press conference since he has hired, the new Northwestern offensive coordinator said he believes the 'Cats are well-positioned to take advantage of college football's changing landscape.

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Top 2027 Recruiting Classes 📈

An early look at the next recruiting cycle ➡️

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Post-Recruiting Cycle Top 25 📊

Reshuffling the national landscape after national signing day ➡️

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Football: Braun calls Kelly's offensive staff 'the best' in college football as Northwestern preps for Big Ten gauntlet

Even after learning that Northwestern will have to host Penn State and travel to Indiana, Oregon and Ohio State in 2026, coach David Braun refuses to let go of his Big Ten title ambitions. Sitting alongside new offensive coordinator Chip Kelly in the legendary play-caller's first media appearance since coming to Evanston, Braun said he...

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Football: Northwestern completes largest recruiting class since 2003 on National Signing Day

Northwestern put the finishing touches on its 2026 high school recruiting class Wednesday for National Signing Day, adding former Toledo signee cornerback Nate Dawson and two offensive linemen, Angelo De Sensi and Quinn Wicklow. The Wildcats signed 21 players during December's early signing period, the program's largest recruiting class since 2003.

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BREAKING: Northwestern football will play new Ryan Field opener Oct. 2, first two home games at Martin Stadium

We finally have an official date for the Ryan Field grand opening.

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CFB Transfer Portal Tracker 🔄

Latest on Raiola, Lagway and more 📲

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Northwestern's Stadium Debut 🟣

Wildcats to open $862M new Ryan Field on October 2nd vs. Penn State

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CFP Schedule Changes 🗓️

Lane Kiffin isn't a fan. Tap for details 📲

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Football: Northwestern to start season at Martin Stadium, play Big Ten home opener at Ryan Field

Fans excited to witness the new Ryan Field in-person will have to wait a few weeks into the upcoming season. Northwestern announced it will start the upcoming season at Martin Stadium for its first two non-conference games against South Dakota State and Colorado, according to a Tuesday news release.

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Football: 'Cats shine in collegiate all-star games

With Northwestern's 34-7 victory over Central Michigan in the GameAbove Sports Bowl in the rear-view mirror, five members of the Wildcats' graduating class were given another opportunity to don a purple helmet and pads once more on their hopeful paths to signing an NFL contract later this year during the offseason's all-star bowl showcases.

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Football: Former receiver Ben Skowronek set to appear in NFL Pro Bowl

Ben Skowronek writes down all of his goals. Win the Super Bowl. Make the Pro Bowl. Become an All-Pro. On Dec. 22, the former Northwestern receiver checked off the second box as Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Omar Khan phoned him to tell him he had made the Pro Bowl as a special teams player.

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National Signing Day 2026 Tracker and Updates on Notable College Football Commits

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Biggest NSD Storylines ✍️

Top recruiting, transfer topics before this week's National Signing Day ➡️

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Full Senior Bowl 2026 Results

Prospects who boosted draft stock at showcase

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2025 Northwestern football position reviews: Linebackers

Northwestern's linebacker group was led by two players all season. Here's how the entire room did in 2025.

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Northwestern turns previous flaws into resounding strengths in win over Penn State

Defense, rebounding, three-point shooting and contributions from the youngsters - all areas of concern that were turned into strengths in Northwestern's win over Penn State.

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Football: Northwestern hires Ross Kolodziej as defensive line coach

Northwestern has reportedly hired Ross Kolodziej as its new defensive line coach, according to a Tuesday X post by ESPN's Adam Rittenberg (Medill '03). He will join the 'Cats following three years at Stanford, where he coached the 25th-best rush defense in the country in 2025.

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Football: Northwestern's 2026 schedule revealed, home venue to be announced Feb. 3

The planning continues for Northwestern's new season. On Tuesday, the Big Ten released every team's football schedule, and the 'Cats' season starts on Sept. 5 with a matchup against South Dakota State. However, fans will have to wait a little longer to find out where the games will be played.

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BREAKING: Northwestern football releases schedule for 2026 season

Your best source for quality Northwestern Wildcats news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Big Ten Schedule Announced 📋

Conference reveals 2026 matchups for all teams 📲

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Wrestling: Northwestern falls short against No.17 Rutgers

Northwestern fought hard but couldn't overcome No. 17 Rutgers Friday night, marking the Wildcats' third straight loss all against ranked teams

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CFP Staying at 12 Teams ↔️

Current format expected to stay in place for next season (Yahoo)

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Rutgers' Deficit Post-B1G 🤯

Athletic department lost a record $78M in 2024-25 alone

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The three biggest storylines for Northwestern lacrosse in 2026

What are the three biggest questions facing the Lake Show in 2026? Matt Campbell breaks it down with Northwestern's season just two weeks away.

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Track: Northwestern divides and conquers across two meets

The Wildcats finished strong across the board.

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Final AP CFB Poll 📝

See how Top 25 shakes out after Indiana's natty win 📲

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Way-Too-Early CFB Top 25 📊

B/R's rankings for 2026-27 season after Indiana's Natty win 📲

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Ranking Every CFB Conference 📊

Breaking down the national landscape after another Big Ten title ➡️

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Football: Northwestern takes control of portal with 2026 transfer class

For all but two teams, the majority of the transfer portal chaos has come to a close. Friday marked the official deadline for players to enter the portal, except for those who played in the CFP National Championship Monday night. Now, after the 48-hour window to process previously-entered names has passed, the extent of the...

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Zacks: Northwestern chooses to live with transfer portal pickups

The transfer portal is the place where teams live and die in college football. This year, Northwestern chose to live. The Wildcats are coming off a 7-6 season that ended with a bowl domination against Central Michigan, and that could've been it. Not for David Braun. After hiring Chip Kelly on Dec.

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Football: Chip Kelly reaches into past to build experienced coaching staff

The big moves keep coming for the Wildcats. After hiring 35-year coaching veteran Chip Kelly as its next offensive coordinator, NU has swiftly filled out much of his offensive coaching staff over the past week. Kelly has reached into his past with his trio of hires, using connections from his tenure as the offensive coordinator...

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Dannemiller: Big Ten teams don't typically succeed in new stadiums, but Northwestern is poised for remarkable triumph

Anyone who tells you that Northwestern's new football stadium is historic is severely underselling it. It will be the first time that a Big Ten stadium will be built since Minnesota's Huntington Bank Stadium in 2009, and the second time since Indiana changed venues in 1960.

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Mel Kiper 2026 Draft Big Board

Top 5 shake up after Dante Moore decides to return to Oregon

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All-Bowl Season Team ⭐

Tabbing postseason standouts at every position ➡️

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Wrestling: Northwestern makes a statement in Big Ten opener with 27-22 win over Maryland

The 'Cats are 1-0 in conference play for the first time since 2023.

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2025 Northwestern football position reviews: Running backs

Northwestern's running backs put together a terrific season in 2025. We break down how the position group performed and take a closer look at each back's year.

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Boanoh: Aidan Chiles could fix Northwestern's quarterback woes after Preston Stone's interception-ridden 2025

Amidst an offseason already full of high-profile moves from Northwestern, Tuesday night's news of former Michigan State quarterback Aidan Chiles' transfer commitment to NU may prove to be the most exciting so far. As Chiles might step in as the Wildcats' primary signal-caller, he could relieve the team of its woes from graduate student Preston...

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Northwestern Football Transfer Portal Wishlist

With the transfer portal in full swing, here are some players that Northwestern should try to bring to Evanston for 2026.

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BREAKING: Michigan State transfer quarterback Aidan Chiles commits to Northwestern football

Your best source for quality Northwestern Wildcats news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Football: Former Michigan State quarterback Aidan Chiles commits to Northwestern, per reports

The new look-Northwestern has its quarterback. First reported by ESPN's Pete Thamel on Tuesday night, former Michigan State junior signal-caller Aidan Chiles will be joining the 'Cats in Evanston for the upcoming season. The Long Beach, California, native was the 95th-ranked player in the transfer portal and the 14th-best quarterback, according to 247 Sports' rankings....

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Wrestling: Northwestern earns three top-five finishes at Midlands Championships

Northwestern wrestling ended 2025 with the Midlands Championships invite at Ryan Fieldhouse, where the 'Cats earned three top-five finishes.

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Football: Stone, Wilde end their season on a high note in 34-7 win versus Central Michigan

DETROIT - In a trip to the winter wonderland of Champaign, Ill., Northwestern's time in the snow was anything but the fairytale ending it had been searching for to conclude its tumultuous regular season. After keeping a clean slate for over a month, graduate student quarterback Preston Stone turned the ball over four times, something...

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What does Chip Kelly bring to Northwestern football?

A great hire for numerous reasons, including many underneath the surface.

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CFB Bowl Game Winners & Losers 📊

🤐 Loser: Arch's quiet offseason 🔥 Winner: Devon Dampier hype 📲 Breakdown after latest games

Northwestern Hiring UCLA Coach

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Source: Northwestern is set to hire Jerry Neuheisel as quarterbacks coach. Neuheisel is a former Chip Kelly assistant at UCLA, who remained with the Bruins under DeShaun Foster and became the team's offensive play-caller after Tino Sunseri stepped away this fall.

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Football: Northwestern names Chip Kelly as next offensive coordinator

Just minutes after Northwestern defeated Central Michigan 34-7 in the GameAbove Sports Bowl, ESPN's Adam Rittenberg reported that "an offensive reset is coming" for coach David Braun and his squad. It only took a few days for a domino to fall, when NU announced Tuesday that Chip Kelly was named as its offensive coordinator, replacing...

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Complete CFP, Bowl Schedule 📺

Date, time and network of every matchup leading up to national championship 📲

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A new era of Northwestern offense has arrived, as longtime coaching great Chip Kelly is expected to join NU as the next offensive coordinator.

Northwestern football is hiring Chip Kelly as its next offensive coordinator.

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Captured: Northwestern takes down Central Michigan in the GameAbove Sports Bowl

Northwestern concluded its 2025 season with a 34-7 victory in the GameAbove Sports Bowl versus Central Michigan. Junior wide receiver Griffin Wilde was named the game's Most Valuable Player for his 10-catch, 97-yard and two-touchdown performance. The Wildcat (7-6, 4-5 Big Ten) defense forced turnovers on three consecutive drives, jumpstarting the offense and putting the...

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Northwestern's four takeaways pave way for 34-7 win over Central Michigan in GameAbove Sports Bowl

DETROIT - Entering the GameAbove Sports Bowl on Friday allowing 20 or more points in five straight games, Northwestern capped off the year by defeating Central Michigan 34-7 with a dominant defensive performance. The Wildcats (7-6, 4-5 Big Ten) forced four turnovers defensively - their second four-plus takeaway game of the season - including three...

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Chip Kelly to Northwestern

Former Raiders OC joining Wildcats in same role (multiple reports)

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Three takeaways from Northwestern football against Central Michigan

What went right in Northwestern's bowl game victory to close out its season?

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CFB Teams Working Around Cap

Athletic departments reportedly finding ways to circumvent $20.5M salary cap after House Settlement (The Athletic)

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CFP Discussing 3 Formats

Committee to finalize potential expansion plan by Jan. 23

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CFB Agent Rips Portal Changes

‘It’s the dumbest thing in the world’ (The Athletic)

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Rapid Recap: Northwestern 34, Central Michigan 7

DETROIT - For the second time in his three-year reign over Northwestern's football program, coach David Braun's season ended with a Gatorade bath and the jubilation of knowing a brand-new trophy would soon be handed to his team. The 2025 iteration of this moment was not in the heat of the desert or the extravagance...

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Gamethread/How to watch Northwestern football vs. Central Michigan: TV, streaming, radio, odds, injury report

The 'Cats will be looking to end their season the right way this afternoon as they take on 7-5 Central Michigan in the GameAbove Sports Bowl. Here's everything you need to know before the final NUFB game of the year:

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Why Northwestern football will/won't beat Central Michigan

Could be a win, should be a win, but will it be is the question. If Northwestern does what it's supposed to do, it finishes 7-6 on the year. If not, it'll finish 6-7. Matt Campbell sees both sides of the equation in NU's bowl game matchup against Central Michigan.

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Northwestern takes pride in going bowling, and that's a good thing

"Northwestern has been slow to adapt to many of the new realities of the current college football landscape, but Braun's emphasis on postseason football is one relic of the past that 'Cats fans should be proud of," writes @harrishorowitz.

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Reacting to Northwestern's bowl game matchup with Central Michigan

Wildcat football is headed to Detroit to play Central Michigan in the GameAbove Sports Bowl. Here's why that's a good thing.

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Football: Northwestern to play Central Michigan in GameAbove Sports Bowl

In a season that saw Northwestern travel to New Orleans and Los Angeles, coach David Braun's team will not have to travel far to finish off its campaign. The Wildcats (6-6, 4-5 Big Ten) will compete in Detroit's GameAbove Sports Bowl against Central Michigan on Dec. 26, the team announced Sunday afternoon.

🚨 FINAL CFP BRACKET

Full 12-team playoff is set. Watch the recap 🎥

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CFB Awards Results 🏆

Full list of Friday night's announcements 📲

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Latest CFB AP Poll

☝️ Indiana jumps to top 🌰 OSU drops to No. 3 📲 Full Top-25 list

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Biggest CFP Snubs 🤨

Notre Dame misses the mark. Reacting to final playoff rankings 📲

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CFP Bracket Revealed 🏆

It's here. Final standings heading into postseason 📲

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CFP Bracket Hits & Misses 🎯

😳 Notre Dame left out 👀 Bama, Miami sneak in 📲 Did committee get it right?

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CFB Regular-Season Winners, Losers 🎭

Standouts on both sides as bowl season looms 📲

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CFB Championship Weekend Winners & Losers

🤷‍♂️ IU's 13-0 record is not a fluke 🐶 UGA always finds a way 📲 Full breakdown after WILD day

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Ideal bowl sites for Northwestern football

Where, oh where, will the 'Cats end up? Northwestern fans are foaming at the mouth, waiting to find out what bowl David Braun and company will compete for. We speculate some possible sites that would fit NU perfectly.

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Chaos Before Selection Sunday 🤯

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Football: Northwestern inks 21 players in Class of 2026

Northwestern welcomed 21 new faces from the Class of 2026 to its football program on National Signing Day Wednesday. It's the Wildcats' largest recruiting class since the Class of 2003. Coach David Braun said during a press conference Wednesday afternoon that the newest lineup of 'Cats is highlighted by the quality of football character.

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📈 Bama somehow rises 🫧 Miami, ND on the bubble 📲 Full breakdown in app

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Football: Former coach Pat Fitzgerald hired at Michigan State

More than three years after swelling allegations of a locker room hazing scandal gave way to his firing, former Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald will take the reins of Michigan State's football program, ESPN's Pete Thamel first reported Monday. The 17-year sideline boss - who played linebacker during the Wildcats' 1995 Rose Bowl season and led...

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CFP Bracket After Week 14 🏆

Fresh look at the standings before championship weekend 📲

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Dates, times and best CFP bracket matchups 📲

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Recurring mistakes come back to haunt Northwestern in loss to Illinois

Northwestern's familiar issues showed up again. Four turnovers, red zone problems and conservative choices late led to a 20-13 loss to Illinois. We dive into what went wrong for the 'Cats.

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Michigan State Hiring Pat Fitzgerald

Former Northwestern HC lands top job with Spartans (Detroit Free Press)

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Rapid Reaction: Turnovers doom Northwestern as Illinois wins 20-13 and keeps the Hat in Champaign

Turnovers prove costly as Northwestern drops the battle for the Land of Lincoln Trophy for the second year in a row.

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CFB Needs A 16-Team Playoff 🗣️

If there ever was a year for such a format, this would be the one 📲

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New CFB AP Poll Rankings 📊

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Ref Confronts Wolves HC 😯

Tony Brothers had to be held back against Chris Finch

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Vikings Draft Northwestern OT

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ROUNDTABLE: Predicted Floor, Ceiling and MVP for Northwestern lacrosse in NCAA Tournament

Men's Golf: Northwestern finishes tied for ninth at the Big Ten Championships

BREAKING: Northwestern lacrosse earns No. 1 overall seed in 2026 NCAA Tournament

Predicting Northwestern Football's 2026 Depth Chart

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On their paths to the NFL, Hubbard, Story and Wallace rep NU in Uplifting Athletes partnership

Women's Golf: Northwestern finishes 10th at the Big Ten Championships

Football: Four Wildcats find NFL homes

BREAKING: Northwestern guard Evan Beerntsen selected 253rd overall by the Baltimore Ravens in the 2026 NFL Draft

Evan Beernsten Scouting Report

Lacrosse: Three keys to Northwestern's Big Ten Championship matchup with Maryland

BREAKING: Caleb Tiernan selected 97th overall by the Minnesota Vikings in 2026 NFL Draft

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Northwestern's 2026 NFL Draft prospects

Men’s Golf: NU finishes seventh at the Hoosier Collegiate Invitational

It’s in the details: Northwestern’s defensive line

Women’s Golf: Northwestern finishes eighth at Therese Hession Buckeye Invitational

Top Future NFL Draft Prospects to Watch in 2026 👀

NCAA FBS Proposes New Schedule

New and old faces, same mentality: the camaraderie of Northwestern's running back room

Jerry Neuheisel left his forever home to coach at Northwestern

CFP Reveals Updated Logo 👌

Track: Northwestern shatters records at Chicagoland Championships

Northwestern's new-look offensive line

Three takeaways from No. 6 Northwestern Lacrosse's 11-5 win over USC

Men's Golf: Northwestern finishes 12th at Augusta Haskins Award Invitational

Rapid Reaction: No. 6 Northwestern bests USC at "Lacrosse Day Chicago"

Even with a new-look squad, the magic of Northwestern lacrosse lives on in win over No. 1 North Carolina

NCAA Eyeing Early CFB Start

Best Coaching and Coordinator Hires ⭐

Lacrosse: No. 11 Northwestern found its groove out west, defeating Oregon 17-3

Wrestling: Northwestern falls in NCAA Championships, earns 0 team points

Fencing: No. 6 Northwestern finishes sixth at 2026 NCAA Championships

2026 CFB Rule Changes 📜

Lacrosse: In a 9-6 loss to No. 14 Syracuse, No. 4 Northwestern looked uncharacteristically stagnant

Three takeaways from Northwestern lacrosse vs. Syracuse

Fencing: No. 6 Northwestern earns three top-five finishes at Midwest Regionals, names NCAA Championships squad

Top 14 Unheralded Transfers Destined for Stardom ⭐

Men's Swim and Dive: Nosack breaks 200-yard butterfly Northwestern record at Indiana Last Chance Meet

Wrestling: Two Wildcats Rise to the Podium at Big Ten Championships

Way-Too-Early College Football Upset Picks for 2026

Women's Golf: Northwestern finishes ninth at the Darius Rucker Intercollegiate

Football: Northwestern stars on and off the field at 2026 NFL Combine

Football: Caleb Tiernan, Evan Beerntsen reflect on past, future at NFL Scouting Combine

Men's Golf: Sullivan places third, Northwestern earns fifth at the Colleton River Collegiate

Track: Crinti, Ellis shine as Northwestern finishes 13th at Big Ten Championships

Men's Swim and Dive: Northwestern breaks 12 school records at Big Ten Championships, earning fourth for best finish since 2006

NFL Combine Day 4 Recap 🔥

Lacrosse: Fourth Quarter Surge Lifts No. 4 Northwestern over No. 18 Stony Brook

How Northwestern football is represented at the 2026 NFL Combine

CFB Transfer Players to Watch 👀

Top 25 QBs For 2026 🔢

NCAA May Change Targeting Rule

The Case for 24-Team CFP Plan 🏆

Men's Golf: Northwestern turns in solid performance at shortened Prestige

Defenders on Breakout Watch 👀

Track: Northwestern sprints through Chicago and Boston

2025 Northwestern football position reviews: Special teams

Big 10's CFP Proposal 😯

Underclassmen Eyeing 2026 Heisman 🏆

Wrestling: Enright nearly pulls upset, Northwestern routed by No. 5 Nebraska

Men's Golf: Northwestern defeats Michigan State to win the Gantner Cup

In introductory presser, new Northwestern OC Chip Kelly sets expectations for a new era

Top 2027 Recruiting Classes 📈

Post-Recruiting Cycle Top 25 📊

Football: Braun calls Kelly's offensive staff 'the best' in college football as Northwestern preps for Big Ten gauntlet

Football: Northwestern completes largest recruiting class since 2003 on National Signing Day

BREAKING: Northwestern football will play new Ryan Field opener Oct. 2, first two home games at Martin Stadium

CFB Transfer Portal Tracker 🔄

Northwestern's Stadium Debut 🟣

CFP Schedule Changes 🗓️

Football: Northwestern to start season at Martin Stadium, play Big Ten home opener at Ryan Field

Football: 'Cats shine in collegiate all-star games

Football: Former receiver Ben Skowronek set to appear in NFL Pro Bowl

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