Last week, the Wildcats kicked off their 2024 season with a solid performance, defeating MAC opponent Miami (OH) 13-6. Northwestern averaged 4.8 yards per carry and limited the RedHawks to just 40 rushing yards, dominating both lines of scrimmage.
This week, Northwestern faces a tougher challenge as the Duke Blue Devils visit Evanston. Led by new head coach Manny Diaz, Duke impressed in a 26-3 win over Elon last week, showing strength on both sides of the ball. Both teams feature talented transfer quarterbacks and strong defensive lines, adding extra intrigue to this standalone night game on the shores of Lake Michigan. Read on for all the key details on how to watch the game, and feel free to share your thoughts in the comments.