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No. 7 Nebraska survived a sloppy start and high turnover game to beat Northwestern 68-49, completing the home-and-home sweep. Pryce Sandfort led with 29 points, aided by Sam Hoiberg and Jacobsen, as the Huskers outrebounded the Wildcats 40-24 and turned looser possessions into 17 second-chance points to pull away in the second half and improve to 22-3 (11-3 Big Ten) before a Tuesday trip to Iowa.
Northwestern today unveiled its 2026 football home schedule: the first two non-conference games will be at Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium, followed by five home games at the new Ryan Field, including the inaugural Ryan Field contest vs. Penn State on Oct. 2. Construction is on track for mid-September completion, with ticketing details for both venues and 2026 community events announced, including a Halloween/Fall Festival and a Winter Festival at Ryan Field plazas; season-ticket holders from 2023–2025 get priority for the new stadium.
Northwestern will debut the $900 million Ryan Field, a 35,000-seat premium stadium funded almost entirely by the Ryan family, on Oct. 2 with a Friday-night showdown against Penn State. The season opener against South Dakota State and the Sept. 19 game versus Colorado will be played at Martin Stadium, while the new venue is designed to deliver a premium fan experience and serve as a Big Ten showcase.
The Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball team, ranked nationally, is set to face Northwestern in Evanston on January 5th at 7:30 p.m., with the game broadcast on BTN and the Hawkeye Radio Network. Iowa, with a strong record and recent success in the Big Ten, aims to extend its winning streak against Northwestern, who are currently on an 8-game losing streak. The game features notable players and coaching achievements, highlighting Iowa's competitive history and Northwestern's recent struggles.
Chip Kelly is returning to the Big Ten as the offensive coordinator at Northwestern, joining head coach David Braun's staff after a successful stint at Ohio State and previous head coaching roles at UCLA and Oregon, as Northwestern seeks to improve its struggling offense and prepare for a new stadium opening.
Northwestern has hired Chip Kelly, former Ohio State offensive coordinator and NFL head coach, as its new offensive coordinator to improve its struggling offense, marking a notable coaching move in college football.
Chip Kelly, former NFL offensive coordinator and college head coach, has been appointed as the offensive coordinator at Northwestern, marking his return to college football and the Big Ten after a stint with the Raiders and previous coaching roles at Oregon, UCLA, and in the NFL.
Pat Fitzgerald was introduced as Michigan State's new football coach, signing a five-year deal, after leading Northwestern for 17 years. His hiring marks a significant move for MSU, which is currently on NCAA probation, and follows the firing of previous coach Jonathan Smith. Fitzgerald, a College Football Hall of Famer, aims to restore tradition and build a strong program at MSU.
Pat Fitzgerald is expected to become the new head coach at Michigan State after being fired from Northwestern due to hazing allegations, with Michigan State seeking a fresh start after recent coaching changes and bowl game drought.
Michigan State is hiring former Northwestern head coach Pat Fitzgerald as its new football coach, replacing Jonathan Smith after a poor season and Smith's record against Big Ten teams. Fitzgerald, who was recently involved in a hazing controversy at Northwestern, settled a wrongful termination lawsuit with the university. MSU aims to restore its football program's competitive stature with Fitzgerald's leadership.
Michigan State is hiring former Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald as their new head football coach after firing Jonathan Smith, aiming to revitalize the program amid high expectations following recent instability and coaching changes.
Pat Fitzgerald, former Northwestern football coach, settled a lawsuit related to a hazing scandal and now plans to return to coaching, feeling fully vindicated and ready to pursue new opportunities in college or NFL coaching.
Pat Fitzgerald, former Northwestern football coach, feels fully vindicated after settling his wrongful termination lawsuit with the university, and he is actively seeking a new coaching position, emphasizing his readiness and positive outlook for the future.
Penn State football coach James Franklin was fired after the team's disappointing 3-3 season and a loss to Northwestern, dropping their Big Ten record to 0-3.
Penn State quarterback Drew Allar suffered a season-ending injury during a loss to Northwestern, with backup Ethan Grunkemeyer replacing him; Allar had completed 13 of 20 passes before leaving the game.