Northwestern, Illinois and Wrigley Field

Illinois Football vs. Northwestern: Odds, Trends and Prediction
Series trends: In 2003, as a 6-point underdog at Illinois, Northwestern scored a 45-43 upset, keeping the Illini from qualifying for a bowl game. The two years before that, the Illini won big – 41-3 in 2022 and 47-14 in 2021 – covering easily as the favorites. All three games went over.
With big goals in reach, No. 22 Illinois looks to take out Northwestern at Wrigley Field
Illinois wide receiver Pat Bryant (13) scores a 40-yard touchdown after making a catch as teammate Alexander Capka-Jones (15) celebrates in the final seconds of an NCAA college football game against Rutgers, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Piscataway, N.J. Illinois defeated Rutgers 38-31. Credit: AP/Rich Schultz
Illinois, Northwestern set to battle at Wrigley Field in next chapter of rivalry
Illinois and Northwestern are headed in opposite directions this season, but their paths will cross at Chicago’s Wrigley Field on Saturday.
Football: Northwestern closes regular season with Wrigley Field rivalry clash against Illinois
Northwestern football kicked off its season with much promise on Aug. 30. Fresh off a remarkable 8-5 campaign and Las Vegas Bowl victory, coach David Braun’s squad christened its new temporary home in Martin Stadium with a gutsy defensive win over Miami (Ohio).
No. 23 Illinois optimistic about postseason hopes, takes on Northwestern
Illinois comes in at No. 23 in the latest College Football Playoff rankings and with three losses remains a long shot to make the coveted Top 12.
No. 22 Illinois tries to reach 9 wins for 1st time since 2007 when it meets Northwestern at Wrigley
No. 22 Illinois (8-3, 5-3 Big Ten, No. 23 CFP) at Northwestern (4-7, 2-6) at Chicago's Wrigley Field, Saturday, noon EST (Big Ten Network)
Northwestern vs. Illinois tickets: Cheapest price, date for college football rivalry game
Northwestern hosts Illinois in the final week of the college football season. Here's how to get tickets to the rivalry game at Wrigley Field in Chicago.
Ohio State football vs. Northwestern Wildcats: Halftime observations
Ohio State football is currently in a Big Ten battle with the Northwestern Wildcats and heading into halftime with a healthy ...
Northwestern unveils historic $850 million football stadium plan
Northwestern unveiled its plans for the reimagined Ryan Field, which is slated to start hosting football games in 2026.
Michigan football picks vs. Northwestern: Can Wolverines finally lock up bowl game?
Can the Michigan Wolverines take care of Northwestern? Five Free Press sports writers have some thoughts on that.
How to Watch Northwestern vs Michigan, Live Stream NCAA Football, TV Channel
The Northwestern Wildcats (4-6, 2-5 Big Ten) travel to face the Michigan Wolverines (5-5, 3-4 Big Ten) in a crucial Big Ten ...
What channel is Michigan football vs. Northwestern on today? Time, TV schedule in Week 13
Michigan Wolverines host Northwestern Wildcats at Michigan Stadium in Week 13. Here's kickoff time, TV, channel, streaming ...
Big Ten Football Head Coach Hot Seat Index After Week 13
Welcome back to the Big Ten Head Coach Hot Seat Index. Week 13 saw a mix of expected outcomes and surprises that reshaped the ...
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Kirk Campbell seems to have a plan for Michigan football offense vs. Ohio State
It couldn’t have come too soon with Ohio State coming up this Saturday.
Michigan football embraces return to Ohio Stadium and 'live off the hatred'
Ann Arbor — Michigan ended a nine-game losing streak at Ohio Stadium two years ago and the Wolverines celebrated by planting ...