Game Wrap and Reaction: Northwestern 24 Indiana 14

Game Wrap and Reaction: Northwestern 24 Indiana 14

Opponent: Northwestern Wildcats
Location: Saturday October 22nd, Ryan Field (Evanston, IL)
Why They Played:  The Hoosiers and Wildcats met for the first time since 2012 as a Big Ten cross-over game. 

What The Game Meant:

With Hoosier Hysteria getting underway just a couple hours after the conclusion of this game, it was a chance for IU football to keep the fans’ attention for another few weeks before basketball games start up. It would’ve meant a fourth win and a shot at five and six in the next two weeks. 

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Keys To A Hoosier Win Over The Wildcats In Evanston

Keys To A Hoosier Win Over The Wildcats In Evanston

Written By Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)

The Indiana Hoosiers head to Evanston, Illinois to face off against the Northwestern Wildcats. After losing two in a row and three of the past four games, the Hoosiers need to get back into the win column as they enter a critical three game stretch to as the pass the mid-way point of the season. Both teams are 3-3, but Northwestern is playing the best ball of their season so the Hoosiers will need to bring their best effort on the road to get their fourth ‘W’ of the season. Here are the rest of the keys to an Indiana victory on Saturday:

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Know Your Opponent: Northwestern is Hitting Their Stride As Indiana Comes Knocking

Know Your Opponent: Northwestern is Hitting Their Stride As Indiana Comes Knocking

Written By Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)

Head Coach: Pat Fitzgerald (11th Year at Northwestern)
Overall: 73-59 (.554) 11th year
At Northwestern 73-59 (38-45)
Bowl Appearances: 6
Last Year’s Record: 10-3 (6-2) Lost Outback Bowl vs. Tennessee
This Year’s Record: 3-3 (2-1)
Postseason Appearances Since 2000: 8 Appearances (1-7 Record)
Mascot: Willie the Wildcat
Colors: Purple and White
Outfitter: Under Armour
National Titles: 0
Conference Titles: 8
Heisman Winners: 0

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