Northern Illinois, Notre Dame and the upset that ripped up the college football narratives
Northern Illinois walked into Notre Dame Stadium and beat the No. 5 Irish 16-14. It was a moment that could change the entire season trajectory for both programs and ripped up written Week 1 narratives from both teams.
Illinois rallies in the 4th quarter to beat No. 19 Kansas 23-17
Illinois rallied to beat No. 19 Kansas 23-17 on Saturday night.
NIU shocks the world: Quick takes from Notre Dame vs. Northern Illinois
Northern Illinois shocked the college football world.
COLUMN: Mark Jackson paired actions with words - he has to follow through to protect Northwestern athletes
Not only does Mark Jackson understand prioritizing player safety, but he knows he can’t just say words. Actions needs to follow those words now.
Maalik Murphy leads Duke to wild 26-20 victory over Northwestern in 2OT
Northwestern's five-game winning streak, dating to last season, ended.
AP Top 25 Reality Check: No. 23 Georgia Tech breaks long poll drought and teams suing ACC start 0-3
The schools suing to get out of the ACC are currently 0-3. How's that for a reality check?
How Northwestern swayed Mark Jackson from Villanova, and to be its new athletic director
It took a lot to woo Mark Jackson to Evanston, especially considering he had no desire to leave Villanova. Here's how NU did it:
Big Ten goes 17-1 with new coaches, QBs in Week 1's full non-conference slate
While Big Ten schools weren't breaking scoring records, like the SEC, the glitzy dynamics left something for everyone to celebrate in Week 1.
After months of uncertainty, Northwestern football proved it can figure it all out vs. Miami (Ohio)
Northwestern’s 2024 theme materialized as the afternoon warm lake air gave way to the brisk sun at Northwestern Medicine Field setting on NU’s 13-6 win. They’re all just figuring it out one step at a time.
No. 7 Notre Dame uses late score to down No. 20 Texas A&M: What it means for the Irish
No. 7 Notre Dame went on the road and finally got that signature win. Here's what it means for the Irish:
Ethan Hampton throws for 5 TDs as Northern Illinois rolls past Western Illinois 54-15 in opener
“Proud of our players,” NIU head coach Thomas Hammock said. “The maturity of the group."
Quick takes from Northwestern's 13-6 win over Miami (Ohio)
Here are 10 quick takes on Northwestern's win over Miami (Ohio).
Column: Everything is different for QB Mike Wright, and it's what Northwestern football needs
Even if Mike Wright isn't under center with the first-team offense this Saturday and beyond, his knowledge and experience will only benefit a Northwestern team that needs a player who has been there and done that in plenty of different situations.
Notre Dame vs. Texas A&M: what to know, how to watch Saturday's primetime football game
Here's how to catch the top-20 showdown, and what to know about a game that's gotten the primetime billing.
Northwestern University names new athletic director
Northwestern University has a new athletic director.
Northwestern reportedly targeting Villanova AD Mark Jackson as its next athletic director: Here's what to know
Villanova is known for its basketball success, however Mark Jackson has extensive experience in football. Here's what to know about the person Northwestern is reportedly targeting as its next AD.
Northwestern cheerleader drops lawsuit alleging groping by intoxicated fans and alumni
A Northwestern cheerleader who filed a lawsuit in 2021 against the university alleging that she was groped by intoxicated fans and alumni at school-sanctioned events has decided to drop the case.
Notre Dame football 2024 season preview: what you need to know about the Irish
Here's what you need to know about the Fighting Irish ahead of the 2024 season.
Northwestern football 2024 season preview: what you need to know about the Wildcats
Here's what you need to know about the Wildcats ahead of the 2024 season.
Why Miami Ohio is the right kind of test Northwestern football is looking for in Week 1
The one thing David Braun pointed out about Miami on Monday is how they're well-coached. This makes them a difficult task because they won't be making massive mistakes.