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Northwestern Wildcats

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The Northwestern Wildcat "Podcat," with "Mr. Cat," Dave Eanet, from the Voice of the Wildcats, WGN Radio 720 in Chicago.

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Northwestern honors Billy McKinney

March 03, 2024 01:10

Northwestern University honored Billy McKinney by making him the first player in school history to have their jersey retired. Jersey retirement ceremony at halftime of the March 2, 2024 game: Video of ceremony Video highlights of ceremony Northwestern tribute on X/Twitter Message from Gov. JB Pritzker B1G Impact Pioneers: Northwestern’s Billy McKinney Northwestern announcement of […]

Recap: Northwestern 76 – Michigan 62 – 2/22/24

February 23, 2024 04:42

Dave Eanet’s call of Boo Buie setting Northwestern’s all-time leading scoring record: Postgame ceremony and Boo Buie interview with Dave Eanet and Billy McKinney: Northwestern Wildcats vs. Michigan Wolverines – February 22, 2024 Box score | Recap | Video highlights

Recap: Northwestern 74 – Jackson State 63 – 12/29/23

December 30, 2023 04:58

Northwestern Wildcats vs. Jackson State Tigers – December 29, 2023 Box score | Recap | Video highlights Northwestern coach Chris Collins and broadcasters Dave Eanet and Billy McKinney remember Joey Meyer during postgame of tonight’s broadcast. Meyer, a former DePaul basketball player and coach and Northwestern basketball broadcaster for WGN Radio, died this afternoon at […]

Remembering Joey Meyer

December 30, 2023 04:18

Joey Meyer, who spent 30 years with the men’s basketball program at Chicago’s DePaul University as a player, assistant coach and head coach and later worked for WGN Radio as an analyst for Northwestern basketball broadcasts, died this afternoon at age 74. Northwestern coach Chris Collins and broadcasters Dave Eanet and Billy McKinney remember Joey […]

Highlights: SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl – Northwestern 14 – Utah 7 – 12/23/23

December 24, 2023 04:38

Northwestern Wildcats vs Utah Utes – SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl – Las Vegas, NV – December 23, 2023 Box score | Recap Video highlights

Collegiately Speaking: Vegas, Baby!

December 13, 2023 18:14

The Northwestern Wildcats are heading to Las Vegas! The Wildcats will face Utah in the SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl on December 23rd. Dave Eanet and Dan Persa preview the bowl game and talk about how it can build momentum for next year. Next, the guys welcome back ESPN’s Senior College Football Writer Adam Rittenberg […]

Northwestern Athletics are the talk of the town!

December 07, 2023 17:06

The Northwestern University football team finished their season as strong as anybody in the country, winning four-of-their last five games. The win over in-state rival Illinois in the regular season finale helped land an invite to the Las Vegas Bowl, where the ‘Cats will take on the Utah Utes on December 23. Vice President for […]

Recap: Northwestern 92 – Purdue 88 – OT – 12/1/23

December 02, 2023 05:28

Northwestern Wildcats vs. Purdue Boilermakers – December 1, 2023 Listen as Dave Eanet and Billy McKinney describe the final moments of overtime and the beginning of the celebration as the crowd storms the court at Welsh-Ryan Arena after Northwestern beats top-ranked Purdue for the second season in a row.: Box score | Recap | Video […]

Highlights: Northwestern 45 – Illinois 43 – 11/25/23

November 26, 2023 02:35

Northwestern Wildcats at Illinois Fighting Illini – November 25, 2023 Box score | Recap Video highlights

Collegiately Speaking: Wildcats are going bowling!

November 21, 2023 18:17

In the final game at Ryan Field before renovations start, the Wildcats went out with a bang, beating Purdue 23-15 and clinching a bowl berth for the 1st time since the 2020 season. Dave Eanet and Dan Persa talk about how the Wildcats are playing some of their best football and the coaching job head […]

Highlights: Northwestern 23 – Purdue 15 – 11/18/23

November 18, 2023 21:28

Northwestern Wildcats vs. Purdue Boilermakers – November 18, 2023 Box score | Recap Video highlights

Collegiately Speaking: David Braun impressive in year one

November 15, 2023 19:20

Northwestern headed up north to Wisconsin as a double-digit underdog but that didn’t matter. Quarterback Ben Bryant returned from injury and led the offense to 4 straight scoring drives to start the game and the defense continued their strong play and held the Wisconsin offense in check on their way to 24-10 win. Dave Eanet […]

Highlights: Northwestern 24 – Wisconsin 10 – 11/11/23

November 12, 2023 02:54

Northwestern Wildcats at Wisconsin Badgers – November 11, 2023 Box score | Recap Video highlights

Collegiately Speaking: The 4th quarter of the season is here

November 09, 2023 18:11

After a defensive battle against Iowa where the Wildcats came up just short 10-7, Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are back this week to recap the game and talk about the continued strong play of the defense. Then Ted Albrecht, analyst for Northwestern Radio, joins Dave and Dan to get his take on the Iowa game […]

Highlights: Iowa 10 – Northwestern 7 – 11/4/23

November 05, 2023 01:42

Northwestern Wildcats vs. Iowa Hawkeyes – Wrigley Field – November 4, 2023 Box score | Recap Video highlights

Collegiately Speaking: ‘Cats coming into Wrigley Field with a lot of confidence

November 01, 2023 17:27

Northwestern was as high as a 14-point underdog heading into their home matchup against Maryland last weekend, but that didn’t matter to Wildcats as offense bounced back to score 33 points and the defense came up with big stops in the 2nd half to hold on for the win. Dave Eanet and Dan Persa talk […]

Highlights: Northwestern 33 – Maryland 27 -10/28/23

October 28, 2023 20:48

Northwestern Wildcats vs. Maryland Terrapins – October 28, 2023 Box score | Recap Video highlights

Collegiately Speaking: Wildcats ready to right the ship on Saturday

October 25, 2023 17:13

Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are back this week to recap Northwestern’s road loss to Nebraska 17-9. The guys talk about how Northwestern struggles on offense and what they need to do to get back on track. Northwestern senior running back Cam Porter joins Dave and Dan to talk about turning the page from the Nebraska […]

Highlights: Nebraska 17 – Northwestern 9 – 10/21/23

October 22, 2023 01:59

Northwestern Wildcats at Nebraska Cornhuskers – October 21, 2023 Box score | Recap Video highlights

Collegiately Speaking: The bye week came at perfect time for Northwestern

October 18, 2023 17:37

Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are back this week after the bye! They begin this week by talking about how the bye is well timed for this Northwestern team at the halfway point of the season. Then Dave and Dan talk about how everyone in the Big West is still alive for the division title and […]

Highlights: Northwestern 23 – Howard 20 – 10/7/23

October 08, 2023 02:36

Northwestern Wildcats vs. Howard Bison – October 7, 2023 Box score | Recap Video highlights

Collegiately Speaking: Richie Hagarty is at the center of an improving Wildcat defense

October 04, 2023 17:34

Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are back this week to recap Northwestern’s 41-13 loss to #6 Penn State. The guys talk about the why Northwestern has good things to build off and take into the rest of the season. Graduate student defensive linemen Richie Hagarty joins the guys to talk about how this Northwestern defense […]

Highlights: Penn State 41 – Northwestern 13 – 9/30/23

September 30, 2023 20:52

Northwestern Wildcats vs. Penn State Nittany Lions – September 23, 2023 Box score | Recap Video highlights

Collegiately Speaking: The Cardiac Cats strike again!

September 27, 2023 19:28

The Cardiac Cats are back! Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are back this week to recap Northwestern’s wild come-from-behind win and talk about the importance of always playing hard no matter what the score is. Then the two talk about the impact quarterback Ben Bryant is making and the connection him and Bryce Kirtz are […]

Highlights: Northwestern 37 – Minnesota 34 – OT – 9/23/23

September 24, 2023 04:13

Northwestern Wildcats vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers – September 23, 2023 Box score | Recap Video highlights

Collegiately Speaking: Newcomer Cam Johnson making an impact

September 20, 2023 18:53

Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are back this week to recap Northwestern’s 38-14 loss at Duke over the weekend. Then they turn their focus to this week’s game against Minnesota on Saturday night at Ryan Field and talk about the impact the students returning can have on the team. Then wide receiver #14 Cam Johnson […]

Highlights: Duke 38 – Northwestern 14 – 9/16/23

September 17, 2023 02:58

Northwestern Wildcats at Duke Blue Devils – September 16, 2023 Box score | Recap Video highlights

Collegiately Speaking: Young guys star as Northwestern snaps losing skid

September 13, 2023 17:16

Northwestern broke through and ended their 12-game losing streak, winning the home opener over UTEP 38-7. Dave Eanet and Dan Persa break down what adjustments Northwestern made to come out with the win. Later on, Dave and Dan welcome in one stars from Saturday’s win, sophomore quarterback Jack Lausch, who scored his 1st career touchdown […]

Highlights: Northwestern 38 – UTEP 7 – 9/9/23

September 10, 2023 00:12

Northwestern Wildcats vs. University of Texas at El Paso Miners – September 9, 2023 Box score | Recap Video highlights

Collegiately Speaking: A new era for Northwestern

September 07, 2023 16:34

Collegiately Speaking is back! The college football season is underway, and both Dave Eanet and Dan Persa reflect on the tough summer Northwestern faced and the new era for the team with Interim Heach Coach David Braun taking over for long-time Head Coach Pat Fitzgerald. Then Dave’s long-time partner on Northwestern Radio Ted Albrecht joins Dave […]

Highlights: Rutgers 24 – Northwestern 7 – 9/3/23

September 03, 2023 21:11

Northwestern Wildcats at Rutgers Scarlet Knights – September 3, 2023 Box score | Recap Video highlights

Pat Fitzgerald’s legal case against Northwestern

July 16, 2023 23:18

Scott Szala, former trial partner of Dan Webb, the law Ffrm that is representing former Northwestern Football Coach Pat Fitzgerald, joins Karen Conti to talk about Fitzgerald’s contract and whether he has a valid breach of contract case against Northwestern.

How The Daily Northwestern broke the Pat Fitzgerald hazing story

July 12, 2023 22:12

'The university knew we were going to run the story,' says summer editor-in-chief.

John Williams Show: Reacting to Pat Fitzgerald’s firing as Northwestern football coach

July 11, 2023 21:28

John Williams and WGN Radio’s sports director Dave Eanet talk about Northwestern University firing head football coach Pat Fitzgerald after hazing allegations came to light over the weekend.

Chris Collins: Team is confident ahead of first NCAA tournament game

March 13, 2023 20:56

Chris Collins, head basketball coach at Northwestern, joins John Williams and Dave Eanet to talk about his team earning a birth in the NCAA tournament. The Wildcats head to California to take on the Boise State Broncos on Thursday night.

Recap: Penn State 68 – Northwestern 65 – OT – 3/1/23

March 02, 2023 05:14

Northwestern Wildcats vs. Penn State Nittany Lions – March 1, 2023 Box score | Recap | Video highlights Senior Night ceremony:

Recap: Northwestern 80 – Iowa 60 – 2/19/23

February 20, 2023 02:21

Northwestern Wildcats vs. Iowa Hawkeyes – February 19, 2023 Box score | Recap | Video highlights Audio: Northwestern announces Billy McKinney jersey retirement: Video: Northwestern announces Billy McKinney jersey retirement WGN-TV Billy McKinney coverage

Recap: Northwestern 64 – Indiana 62 – 2/15/23

February 16, 2023 05:33

Northwestern Wildcats vs. Indiana Hoosiers – February 15, 2023 Box score | Recap | Video highlights Listen to Dave Eanet and Billy McKinney call the final seconds of the game:

Recap: Northwestern 64 – Purdue 58 – 2/12/23

February 12, 2023 21:42

Northwestern Wildcats vs. Purdue Boilermakers – February 12, 2023 Box score | Recap | Video highlights Listen to Dave Eanet and Billy McKinney call the final seconds of the game and the start of the celebration: Post-game interview with Coach Chris Collins:

Highlights: Illinois 41 – Northwestern 3 – 11/26/22

November 27, 2022 00:45

Northwestern Wildcats vs. Illinois Fighting Illini – November 26, 2022 Box score | Recap Video highlights

Highlights: Purdue 17 – Northwestern 9 – 11/19/22

November 19, 2022 22:06

Northwestern Wildcats at Purdue Boilermakers – November 19, 2022 Box score | Recap Video highlights

Collegiately Speaking: Talking quarterbacks

November 17, 2022 18:03

The 2022 football season has just two games remaining. Dave Eanet and Dan Persa bring in former Northwestern quarterback Steve Schnur to recap this year and look ahead to 2023. Schnur, who was the team’s quarterback the last time the Wildcats played in the Rose Bowl, shared his thoughts on what has gone wrong since […]

Highlights: Minnesota 31 – Northwestern 3 – 11/12/22

November 13, 2022 00:52

Northwestern Wildcats at Minnesota Golden Gophers – November 12, 2022 Box score | Recap Video highlights

Collegiately Speaking: No regrets

November 10, 2022 17:53

There weren’t a lot of people who gave Northwestern a chance last week when they hosted Ohio State. In fact, the experts in Las Vegas favored the Buckeyes by nearly 40 points. The weather played a factor, sure, but both teams had to play in the blustery conditions. Northwestern scored the first touchdown of the […]

Highlights: Ohio State 21 – Northwestern 7 – 11/5/22

November 05, 2022 20:12

Northwestern Wildcats vs. Ohio State Buckeyes – November 5, 2022 Box score | Recap Video highlights

Collegiately Speaking: One play at a time

November 03, 2022 17:11

The first edition of this season’s College Football Playoff Rankings were released on Tuesday evening. Four Big Ten teams earned a spot in the initial top 25, and it just so happens the team with the highest ranking makes a visit to Evanston this weekend. Northwestern hosts the No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes on Saturday. […]

Highlights: Iowa 33 – Northwestern 13 – 10/29/22

October 29, 2022 23:43

Northwestern Wildcats at Iowa Hawkeyes – October 29, 2022 Highlights: Box score | Recap Video highlights

Collegiately Speaking: A not-so-quiet rivalry

October 27, 2022 17:18

Northwestern and Iowa first met on the football field back in 1897, a 12-6 win for the Hawkeyes. Iowa dominated during the 70’s and 80’s, but Northwestern has held their own over the last 30 years. In fact, the Wildcats have won 10-of-the-last-17 games, including four-of-the-last-six. Dave Eanet and Dan Persa invited Jacob Schmidt, Director […]

Highlights: Maryland 31 – Northwestern 24 – 10/22/22

October 22, 2022 23:41

Northwestern Wildcats at Maryland Terrapins – October 22, 2022 Highlights Box score | Recap Video highlights

Collegiately Speaking: Rested and ready to go

October 20, 2022 16:53

The bye week can be a polarizing part of a team’s schedule. Northwestern has struggled since their first game of the year, so getting a week to refocus, and nurse nagging injuries was likely welcomed with open arms. Wildcats wide receiver Donny Navarro III, who played his high school ball at Neuqua Valley in Naperville, joins […]

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