AP Top 25 Takeaways: Marcus Freeman again is explaining a stunning loss at Notre Dame 3 years in

Freeman can now add Saturday's stunning home loss to 28-point underdog Northern Illinois to a resume that already includes being upset at home by Marshall and a Stanford team that was in the midst of a 3-9 season back in 2022.

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.

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.