NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS RUMORS & GOSSIP
Dunsmore, Ebert Selected In NFL Draft
Former Northwestern stars Drake Dunsmore and Jeremy Ebert were selected two picks apart in the seventh round of the NFL Draft. Pat Fitzgerald was thrilled for the news about his former Wildcats.
Via northwestern.scout.com
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April 28, 2012
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Video: Northwestern Wildcats dizzy bat race
Forget the actual Spring Game for the Northwestern Wildcats, head coach Pat Fitzgerald gets things going on the last day of Spring practice with a dizzy bat race. Watch as all these guys tiptoe like a drunken thief for the 10 yards they have to go before handing off the bat to the next guy. [...]
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April 28, 2012
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April 28, 2012
Northwestern linebacker Chi Chi Ariguzo: good player, greater name
Northwestern’s defense was much maligned last season. The pass defense was especially substandard. But at the conclusion of 2012 spring practice, the D was ahead of the offense and it showed a lot of improvement. The secondary will be retooled, so the defense figures to lean on the front seven this fall.
And when you’re coached by a linebacker in Pat Fitzgerald, the linebackers...
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April 19, 2012
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April 19, 2012
Five Burning Questions: Northwestern Spring Game
Pat Fitzgerald's Northwestern Wildcats are heading into their final scrimmage of the spring on Saturday. CBR caught up with Philip Rossman-Reich of Lake The Posts for an update on the latest happenings in Evanston.
1. If you had to identify the one biggest challenge facing NU this spring, what would it be?
Communication. Northwestern had a ton of issues in the secondary last...
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April 11, 2012
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April 11, 2012
THE OLD COLLEGE TRY
Northwestern linemen field punts at practice
If you think some punt returners can be shaky when fielding kicks, check out the video below of a... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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April 09, 2012
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April 09, 2012
Smith To Transfer From Northwestern
Northwestern announced on Wednesday that sophomore running back Adonis Smith has announced his intentions to transfer from the program.
Via northwestern.scout.com
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February 22, 2012
Northwestern 28, Minnesota 13
Dan Persa threw for 216 yards and two touchdowns, and Northwestern won its fourth straight, beating Minnesota 28-13 on Saturday.
Venric Mark came through with two big kickoff returns as the Wildcats (6-5, 3-4 Big Ten) scored touchdowns on their first three possessions to build a 21-7 lead. That set the tone as Northwestern became eligible for its fourth straight bowl appearance...
Via AP on Fox
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November 19, 2011
Fitzgerald says Persa planning to play
Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald says quarterback Dan Persa plans to play against Rice this week.
Fitzgerald says Persa told him he expects to be ready after missing the second half of Saturday's win over Nebraska after having his left shoulder slammed to the ground in the second quarter by the Cornhuskers' Eric Martin.
Persa was on the sideline with his arm in a sling...
Via AP on Fox
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November 07, 2011
Northwestern defender crushed by block
Northwestern got their fourth win of the season after pulling off a huge upset by beating #10 Nebraska 28 to 25. One Northwestern player, Jeravin Mathews, will probably be nursing a migraine after being blind sided by Quincy Enuwa.
Via Diehardsport
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November 05, 2011
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November 05, 2011
Colter Assumes Leadership Role
Kain Colter has done it all for Northwestern, stepping in at quarterback, wide receiver, and running back. But lately, Colter has made an impact in a new role—team leader. The sophomore standout has elevated his game while using goals as motivation for more success.
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October 30, 2011
Drake Dunsmore, Northwestern Explode for 59-38 Win At Indiana
After a first half shootout in which Northwestern and Indiana combined for 59 points and nearly 700 yards of total offense, the Wildcats closed out a 59-38 victory over the Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington Saturday. Senior superback Drake Dunsmore enjoyed a record-setting day, establishing Northwestern standards for single-game touchdown catches (4) and career receiving...
Via Northwestern Athletics
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October 29, 2011
SNL’s Meyers Makes N’western Cameo
“Saturday Night Live” funnyman Seth Meyers provided a rare highlight in an otherwise... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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October 23, 2011
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October 23, 2011
Northwestern RB Trumpy finished for season
Northwestern running back Mike Trumpy will miss the remainder of the season after suffering a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during Saturday's loss to Illinois.
Via ESPN
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October 03, 2011
Illinois escapes Northwestern, Persa reinjured
After spending the beginning of the 2011 season on the sidelines recovering from a ruptured Achilles tendon suffered last November, Northwestern quarterback Dan Persa returned with a bang, leading the Wildcats to a commanding 28-10 lead over No. 24 Illinois with four touchdown passes in the first three quarters. But Persa suffered a leg injury…
Via College Football Talk
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October 01, 2011
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