Column: Friday debuted Ryan Field & a new world Northwestern football, and it's fair to think big
Northwestern now plays in one of the best stadiums in the Midwest, bullies the assumed Big Ten blue bloods and makes you dream the biggest dreams. That was all on Friday night.
Northwestern now plays in one of the best stadiums in the Midwest, bullies the assumed Big Ten blue bloods and makes you dream the biggest dreams. That was all on Friday night.
What I liked & didn't like from Northwestern football routing Penn State at New Ryan Field
Here's what we liked and didn't like about Northwestern's punishment of Penn State, which christened New Ryan Field.
Here's what we liked and didn't like about Northwestern's punishment of Penn State, which christened New Ryan Field.
Northwestern set to open new Ryan Field against Penn State
Northwestern will open the new Ryan Field Friday as the Wildcats host Penn State on FOX, with pregame festivities including an F-16 military flyover.
Northwestern will open the new Ryan Field Friday as the Wildcats host Penn State on FOX, with pregame festivities including an F-16 military flyover.
After 2 years, Northwestern opens new Ryan Field on Friday night vs. Penn State
After two years away from the Wildcats' home turf, the "transformational" renovated Ryan Field opens on Friday when NU plays Penn State.
After two years away from the Wildcats' home turf, the "transformational" renovated Ryan Field opens on Friday when NU plays Penn State.
Northwestern football comes up a few plays short in upset bid of No. 5 Indiana
The defending champs extend their win streak to 20 games, but Northwestern made it a struggle until the final seconds.
The defending champs extend their win streak to 20 games, but Northwestern made it a struggle until the final seconds.
"Poise In The Noise" David Braun Previews Northwestern's Road Opener vs. #5 Indiana
Fox Chicago's Cassie Carlson catches up with Northwestern head coach David Braun as the Wildcats get ready for a massive Friday night Big Ten matchup against the defending national champion Indiana Hoosiers. Braun breaks down the team's "humble and hungry" mindset coming off a dominant win over Colorado, Aiden Chiles' immediate leadership and Big Ten Player of the Week honors, and the keys to handling a hostile road environment. Plus, Braun addresses the program's defensive takeaway culture and the growing excitement around the grand opening of the new Ryan Field.
Fox Chicago's Cassie Carlson catches up with Northwestern head coach David Braun as the Wildcats get ready for a massive Friday night Big Ten matchup against the defending national champion Indiana Hoosiers. Braun breaks down the team's "humble and hungry" mindset coming off a dominant win over Colorado, Aiden Chiles' immediate leadership and Big Ten Player of the Week honors, and the keys to handling a hostile road environment. Plus, Braun addresses the program's defensive takeaway culture and the growing excitement around the grand opening of the new Ryan Field.
Deion Sanders dismisses a few players after Colorado’s 41-7 loss to Northwestern
Deion Sanders said he dismissed a few players from the team after he indicated it was for a pattern of behavior and not just what transpired in a 41-7 loss at Northwestern.
Deion Sanders said he dismissed a few players from the team after he indicated it was for a pattern of behavior and not just what transpired in a 41-7 loss at Northwestern.
Northwestern football: What we liked & didn't like from the blow-out win over Colorado
Here's what we liked and what we didn't like from Northwestern's blow-out win over Colorado.
Here's what we liked and what we didn't like from Northwestern's blow-out win over Colorado.
Bears Prep for Vikings, Lane Kiffin Returns to Oxford, Weekends Best Bets | Chicago Sports Tonight
Carson Wentz will be starting for the Vikings in their matchup against the Bears. LSU faces off against Ole Miss in Lane Kiffin's return. Plus, touchdowns bets with Sammy Paydirt.
Carson Wentz will be starting for the Vikings in their matchup against the Bears. LSU faces off against Ole Miss in Lane Kiffin's return. Plus, touchdowns bets with Sammy Paydirt.
Northwestern football extends head coach David Braun's contract through the next decade
Northwestern football is investing in David Braun. The university extended the contract of its head football coach.
Northwestern football is investing in David Braun. The university extended the contract of its head football coach.
New Ryan Field set to open Oct. 2 with single-game tickets on sale
Northwestern’s new $875 million Ryan Field is nearing completion in Evanston, with 35,000 seats, premium fan experiences and single-game tickets now available ahead of its Oct. 2 opening.
Northwestern’s new $875 million Ryan Field is nearing completion in Evanston, with 35,000 seats, premium fan experiences and single-game tickets now available ahead of its Oct. 2 opening.
Northwestern football: What we liked, didn't like from NU's win over South Dakota State
Here’s what we liked and didn’t like from Northwestern’s season-opener against South Dakota State.
Here’s what we liked and didn’t like from Northwestern’s season-opener against South Dakota State.
The best and worst-case scenarios in 2026 for Notre Dame, Illinois, NIU and Northwestern
College football returns this weekend, and the local teams could cover each end of the spectrum. Here are the best- and worst-case scenarios for Notre Dame, Illinois, NIU and Northwestern in 2026.
College football returns this weekend, and the local teams could cover each end of the spectrum. Here are the best- and worst-case scenarios for Notre Dame, Illinois, NIU and Northwestern in 2026.
Northwestern football: Preview and predictions for the Wildcats in 2026
Here’s a preview of Northwestern football’s upcoming 2026 season, where the Wildcats want to take another step forward under David Braun.
Here’s a preview of Northwestern football’s upcoming 2026 season, where the Wildcats want to take another step forward under David Braun.
‘Glory to God!’ recent grad lands TV job after 223 applications | ChicagoLIVE
After applying for 223 jobs, aspiring TV journalist Brock Morgan has landed his big break as an anchor and reporter in Huntsville, Alabama.
After applying for 223 jobs, aspiring TV journalist Brock Morgan has landed his big break as an anchor and reporter in Huntsville, Alabama.
Northwestern separates emotion from 'Priority No. 1' in looming game vs. Pat Fitzgerald, Michigan State
There will be emotions tied to Northwestern's game vs. Michigan State this year. At Big Ten Media Days, Northwestern made clear its showdown vs. Pat Fitzgerald will be just a game.
There will be emotions tied to Northwestern's game vs. Michigan State this year. At Big Ten Media Days, Northwestern made clear its showdown vs. Pat Fitzgerald will be just a game.
'We delivered on being the best': Northwestern football calls its shot with Ryan Field nearing finish
The finish line to re-open the modernized Ryan Field is approaching. Northwestern has called its shot while putting the finishing touches on the future of its program.
The finish line to re-open the modernized Ryan Field is approaching. Northwestern has called its shot while putting the finishing touches on the future of its program.
Chip Kelly, David Braun talk new Ryan Field's impact fot Northwestern football
Ryan Field will re-open this year as one of the newest and best assets Northwestern will have to offer. Wildcats coach David Braun and offensive coordinator Chip Kelly spoke on the field of the new stadium.
Ryan Field will re-open this year as one of the newest and best assets Northwestern will have to offer. Wildcats coach David Braun and offensive coordinator Chip Kelly spoke on the field of the new stadium.
Ranking the 10 most-anticipated college football games for the 2026 season
Here's how we rank the 10 most-anticipated college football games for the upcoming 2026 season between Notre Dame, Northwestern, NIU and Illinois.
Here's how we rank the 10 most-anticipated college football games for the upcoming 2026 season between Notre Dame, Northwestern, NIU and Illinois.
From Notre Dame to NIU, the 4 most important college football transfer portal additions
Here are the most important transfer portal addition for Illinois, Notre Dame, Northwestern and Northern Illinois from this past offseason as the 2026 season approaches.
Here are the most important transfer portal addition for Illinois, Notre Dame, Northwestern and Northern Illinois from this past offseason as the 2026 season approaches.