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Northwestern

Conference: Big Ten
Power Rank: 7.6
Record: 6-6
ATS: 7-4-1
O/U: 5-6-1

2025 Schedule

Location
Opponent
Result
ATS
O/U
at
Tulane
L 3-23
L
Under
vs
Western Illinois
W 42-7
Push
Push
vs
Oregon
L 14-34
W
Under
vs
UCLA
W 17-14
L
Under
vs
UL Monroe
W 42-7
W
Over
at
Penn State
W 22-21
W
Under
vs
Purdue
W 19-0
W
Under
at
Nebraska
L 21-28
W
Over
at
USC
L 17-38
L
Over
vs
Michigan
L 22-24
W
Over
vs
Minnesota
W 38-35
L
Over
at
Illinois
L 13-20
W
Under
vs
Central Michigan
W 34-7
Push
Push

Latest Preview (Week Recent)

QB Preston Stone bounces back impressively

After throwing a career-high four interceptions in his Northwestern debut loss to Tulane, Stone responded with 245 yards and 3 TDs on 21-of-29 passing against Western Illinois. His resilient performance and leadership suggest he's settling into the offense ahead of Big Ten play.

Offensive explosion after struggling to score

Northwestern scored 42 points and accumulated 526 total yards after managing just 3 points against Tulane. The offense found its rhythm with touchdowns on the first two possessions, indicating the unit may have solved early-season issues.

Cam Porter injury concern for Big Ten opener

Leading rusher Cam Porter (91 yards, 1 TD) left the game with a lower-body injury in the third quarter and was on crutches post-game. His availability for the crucial matchup against #6 Oregon is uncertain, which could significantly impact Northwestern's ground game.

Defense shows improvement with eight pass breakups

The Wildcats defense limited Western Illinois to 181 total yards and broke up eight passes with one interception. This defensive performance, while against a weaker opponent, shows potential improvement heading into Big Ten competition.

Facing massive step up in competition next week

Northwestern hosts #6 Oregon in their Big Ten opener, representing a dramatic increase in competition level from Western Illinois. The Wildcats will need to prove their offensive resurgence and defensive improvements can translate against elite competition.