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Northwestern Wildcats

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Northwestern Wildcats is 6-6 on the season, 7-4-1 against the spread, and holds a power rating of +7.6. Northwestern Wildcats is covering the spread at 64% this season (7-4-1), well above the FBS average of 50%; they have also qualified for the postseason this season.

Conference: Big Ten Conference
Stadium: Lanny and Sharon Martin Stadium, Evanston, IL
Power Rating: +7.6
HFA Rating:2.1 pts
Record: 6-6
ATS: 7-4-1
O/U: 5-6-1

2025 Schedule & Results

Location
Opponent
Result / Date
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

2025 Season Travel Profile

5,243 miles — ranked 94th heaviest in FBS (234 teams)
Week Opponent Distance Cumulative
Week 0—138 mi138 mi
Week 1Tulane846 mi985 mi
Week 2Western IllinoisHome (0 mi)985 mi
Week 3OregonHome (0 mi)985 mi
Week 4—Bye
Week 5UCLAHome (0 mi)985 mi
Week 6UL MonroeHome (0 mi)985 mi
Week 7Penn State517 mi1,501 mi
Week 8PurdueHome (0 mi)1,501 mi
Week 9Nebraska477 mi1,978 mi
Week 10—Bye
Week 11USC1,749 mi3,727 mi
Week 12Michigan8 mi3,734 mi
Week 13Minnesota8 mi3,742 mi
Week 14Illinois138 mi3,880 mi

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Turnover Troubles

Northwestern committed four turnovers (three interceptions, one fumble) which directly led to their 20-13 loss to Illinois. This is a critical issue to address before their bowl game.

Inconsistent Late-Game Execution

After two consecutive games decided by late field goals (a loss to Michigan and a win over Minnesota), the Wildcats failed to mount a comeback in snowy conditions, highlighting struggles in high-pressure situations.

Offensive Struggles in Adverse Weather

Quarterback Preston Stone completed only 19 of 36 passes for 163 yards and a touchdown, while the running game relied on fourth-string back Robby Preckel (82 yards on 22 carries). The offense needs to improve efficiency in tough conditions.

Bowl Eligibility Achieved

Despite the loss, Northwestern finished 6-6 and secured bowl eligibility, marking progress from last year's 4-8 season. Coach David Braun emphasized the importance of finishing the season strong in the upcoming bowl game.

Defensive Bright Spots

The defense held Illinois to only six points in the second half, but the offense's turnovers put them in difficult positions. The unit will need to maintain this level of play while the offense reduces mistakes.

Sources

Schedule & Results

Power Ratings & HFA

Northwestern Wildcats — 6-6 overall, 7-4-1 ATS, power rating +7.6.