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Despite
a comfortable lead in the second quarter, Northwestern faced too many
challenges in its first-ever trip to Oregon. The biggest hurdle proved
to be the mounting injury list to NU's defense, which opened the field
for a resurgent Oregon offense. The Duck O showed no signs that it had
lost its leader this week and was in chaos; NU made it look like a
well-oiled machine.
The loss effectively ends talk about NU slipping into the playoffs;
however, a good bowl is still on offer if the 'Cats can come back and
notch a couple more wins.
Adjusted bowl projections will post Sunday.
Wildcat History
The 'Cats on Halloween
This year's Halloween game at Oregon isn't Northwestern's first on the holiday. Here is a look at a few of the team's other Halloween games...
Wildcat Preview and Prediction
The Lowes Line: Oregon
BOWL ELIGIBLE
For
the first time in the David Braun era, Northwestern sealed bowl
eligibility in the month of October, the first time the 'Cats clinched
the postseason that early since 2020.
Chiles Hangs Five TDs on Rutgers
Aidan Chiles finally threw a pick.
He also threw three touchdowns (again!) and rushed for two more during
his masterclass performance against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. NU's
win puts the 'Cats at 6-1, bowl eligible for the third time during
Coach David Braun's four seasons so far heading the program.
Deuce McGuire propels Chiles in celebration.
[AP Photo]
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NU Escapes MSU with a Win
It
was Coach Fitz vs. his old team, and it was Aidan Chiles vs. his old
team. In the end, Chiles was the one claiming the win, as NU escaped
with a 24 to 21 victory in East Lansing.
Wildcat Preview and Prediction
The Lowes Line: Michigan State
Wildcat History
When the 'Cats Faced a Former Head Coach
Ryan Discusses New Stadium
Pat
Ryan Jr., the man behind the vision of New Ryan Field, talked to alumni
and fans at Deering Library last Thursday. Here is a brief summary of Ryan's remarks...
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Wildcat History
NU's First Football Game
As we celebrate the 150th anniversary of Northwestern's first football
game, HailToPurple.com has posted a series of articles about that first
game. These four posts are part of the site's expanded section featuring NU's first game.
Next for the Wildcats:
 
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Iowa
Ryan Field
Saturday, Nov. 7
(Time and TV are
TBA, pending B1G)
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2026 Results
(6-2; 3-2 B1G)
W
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S Dakota St-FCS, M
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34-18
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Colorado - M
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41-7
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L
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Indiana - FRI
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23-29
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| W |
Penn State - FRI, R |
34-13
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| W |
Ball State - H.C., R |
45-14
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W
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Michigan State
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24-21
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| W |
Rutgers - R |
42-14
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| L |
Oregon
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26-34
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| H |
Iowa - R
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Nov 7
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Ohio State |
Nov 14
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| A |
Minnesota |
Nov 21
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| H |
Illinois - R |
Nov 28
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(M=NM Field. R=New Ryan Field)
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2025 Results
(7-6; 4-5 B1G)
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Tulane |
3-23
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| W |
Wstrn Ill - M
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42-7
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L
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Oregon - M
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14-34
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| W |
UCLA - M |
17-14
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| W |
ULM - HC - M |
42-7
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Penn State |
22-21
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| W |
Purdue - M |
19-0
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| L |
Nebraska |
21-28
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USC |
17-38
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| L |
Michigan - W |
22-24
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| W |
Minnesota - W |
38-35
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Illinois |
13-20
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Cent. Mich. - Bowl |
34-7 |
(M=NM Field. W=Wrigley Field)
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Northwestern's
2026 season marks the 150th anniversary of NU's first football game. Now, you can read about NU's very first season and how it
all began.
Gus Hornsby's Gamble
tells the story of Augustus Hornsby, the maverick English army officer
who formed the Chicago Foot-Ball Club and taught the game to
Northwestern students. Hornsby's story, relayed here for the first time
anywhere, is a wild ride: he was a pioneer journalist, an explorer, and
eventually a fabulously wealthy real estate tycoon. But his gambling
addiction led to financial ruin and a stunning string of crimes that
made Hornsby a nationally-hunted fugitive.
My book
provides a new glimpse into life at Northwestern at the school's
infancy and describes its first football team in detail. It is a must
for any fan of Northwestern and NU history. Click here to learn more about the book. You can order it directly from Amazon.
"...It will always be my school, our school."
--Gary Barnett, as quoted by Teddy Greenstein
HTP first updated: July 12, 2000
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