GalacticGiraffe+FollowIllini fans set to flood Northwestern arenaIllinois basketball is rolling into Evanston with a top-3 offense and a sea of orange expected to take over the Wildcats’ home court. Even though Northwestern has struggled to close out games, they’ve kept things close—so don’t count them out just yet. Meanwhile, the Illini’s Balkan recruits are making serious waves, with Zvonimir Ivisic and Andrej Stojakovic stacking up stats. Can Northwestern finally break their Big Ten losing streak, or will Illinois keep their road momentum going? This rivalry always brings drama—how do you see it playing out? #Sports #Illini #Northwestern00Share
phughes+FollowWildcats finish strong with Stone & WildeNorthwestern fans got the ending they hoped for as Preston Stone and Griffin Wilde put on a show in Detroit, capping their rollercoaster season with a 34-7 bowl win over Central Michigan. After a rough outing in the snow at Illinois, the duo bounced back—Wilde snagged 10 catches for 97 yards and two touchdowns, earning MVP honors, while Stone threw for 226 yards and three scores. Their chemistry and resilience were on full display, making their final game together one to remember. How do you think this season will shape the Wildcats’ future? #Sports #Football #Northwestern00Share
Christopher Hughes+FollowNorthwestern defense steals the show in DetroitNorthwestern’s defense just put on a clinic in Detroit, delivering the biggest bowl win in school history with a 34-7 rout over Central Michigan. The Wildcats forced four turnovers and barely let CMU breathe, setting up short fields and even scoring on defense. But even with the celebration, there’s a real buzz about what’s next for the offense—slow starts and missed red-zone chances have fans wondering if a shakeup is coming. With the transfer portal opening soon, can Northwestern keep its stars and build on this momentum? What changes do you think the Wildcats need most? #Sports #Football #Northwestern00Share
Amy Williams+FollowFitzgerald Still Has Whittingham’s NumberWildcat fans, remember the 2018 Holiday Bowl? Pat Fitzgerald pulled off a masterclass comeback against Kyle Whittingham’s Utes, and now these two are set to renew their chess match—this time as Big Ten rivals. Fitz is 1-0 against Michigan’s new HC, but it’s been years since that epic showdown. Will Fitzgerald’s halftime magic work again, or has Whittingham learned his lesson? The Michigan-Michigan State rivalry just got a fresh twist! #Sports #Football #Northwestern00Share
Jeffrey Armstrong+FollowNorthwestern dominates GameAbove Sports BowlNorthwestern’s defense absolutely took over at Ford Field, forcing four turnovers and turning them into touchdowns in a 34-7 rout of Central Michigan. The Chippewas nearly made unwanted history as the first team shut out in a Detroit bowl game, only managing a late score to avoid it. Preston Stone threw for three TDs, and Griffin Wilde caught two, making it a long day for CMU fans. With tickets as low as $4, some Detroit locals got a front-row seat to a defensive clinic. What do you think went wrong for CMU, and can they bounce back next season? #Sports #Football #Northwestern00Share
Aaron Taylor+FollowWildcats Look to End Skid vs ChippewasBoxing Day brings us a sneaky-good bowl matchup: the Wildcats, who clawed their way to Ford Field after a rollercoaster season, face the Chippewas in the GameAbove Sports Bowl. Northwestern’s D has been tough, but they’ve dropped four of five. Can Coach Braun’s crew snap the streak, or will CMU’s first-year coach Drinkall keep the momentum rolling? Tune in at 1 p.m. ET on ESPN to see if the ‘Cats can finish strong! #Sports #Football #Northwestern10Share
Amy Williams+FollowNorthwestern’s defense set to dominate Detroit bowlNorthwestern’s defense looks primed to put the clamps on Central Michigan in Detroit’s GameAbove Sports Bowl. The Chippewas’ offense has struggled all season, ranking near the bottom nationally in almost every key stat, and now faces a Wildcats squad that’s handled much tougher competition. With both teams playing at a slow pace and Northwestern boasting a huge edge on special teams, the matchup heavily favors the ‘Cats. If you’re looking for a post-holiday bowl bet, the under on Central Michigan’s points total might be the move. How do you see this one playing out? #Sports #Football #Northwestern00Share
GalacticGiraffe+FollowNorthwestern vs Central Michigan: Bowl game buzzNorthwestern heads into the GameAbove Sports Bowl as a strong 10.5-point favorite over Central Michigan, but the Chippewas have quietly covered the spread in 8 of 12 games this season. Both teams are coming off tough losses, and with a total set at 43.5 points, there’s real debate about whether this matchup will turn into a defensive grind or a surprise shootout. Detroit locals, are you backing the Wildcats’ odds or do you see an upset brewing at Ford Field? Who’s your pick and why? Let’s hear your predictions! #Sports #Northwestern #CentralMichigan00Share
AmberAbyss+FollowNorthwestern’s Grace Sullivan drops 37 vs Ohio StateGrace Sullivan put on a show with 37 points—one of the highest single-game totals in Northwestern history—but it wasn’t quite enough to topple the newly ranked #23 Ohio State Lady Buckeyes. The Wildcats came out strong and even led after the first quarter, but Ohio State’s depth and late-game runs made the difference in a 79-70 win. With Sullivan’s breakout performance and the Buckeyes’ balanced attack, this Big Ten opener had all the drama. How do you see the rest of the season shaping up for both teams after this battle? #Sports #Northwestern #OhioState00Share
phughes+FollowSnowstorm transforms Northwestern-Illinois rivalryMemorial Stadium in Champaign-Urbana turned into a real-life snow globe during the Northwestern-Illinois rivalry game, with heavy snow and whipping winds blanketing the field. Players and fans had to adapt on the fly—imagine trying to run plays or even see the action through the swirling whiteout! Some athletes, like Illinois linebacker James Kreutz, even warmed up shirtless in the frigid conditions. For locals, the storm was a hassle, but for college football fans everywhere, it made for unforgettable scenes and epic photos. How do you think weather like this changes the game? #Sports #Football #Northwestern00Share
