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... The post Football: Northwestern names … [Read more...] about Football: Northwestern names Chip Kelly as next offensive coordinator
Rapid Recap: Northwestern 80, Howard 60
In its final non-conference bout of the season, Northwestern overcame a slow start to defeat Howard 80-60 at Welsh-Ryan Arena on Tuesday evening. The Wildcats (8-5, 0-2 Big Ten) were led by senior forward Nick Martinelli, who returned to the floor after missing NU’s previous contest against Butler with a concussion. Martinelli tallied 32 points... The post Rapid Recap: … [Read more...] about Rapid Recap: Northwestern 80, Howard 60
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... The … [Read more...] about Captured: Northwestern takes down Central Michigan in the GameAbove Sports Bowl
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... The post Northwestern’s … [Read more...] about Northwestern’s four takeaways pave way for 34-7 win over Central Michigan in GameAbove Sports Bowl
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... The post Rapid Recap: Northwestern 34, Central Michigan 7 … [Read more...] about Rapid Recap: Northwestern 34, Central Michigan 7