„Land of Lincoln Trophy” for Northwestern
Site: Evanston, Ill. (Ryan Field)
Score: Northwestern 50, Illinois 14
Records: NU (9-3, 5-3 Big Ten), Illinois (2-10, 0-8 Big Ten)
Next NU Event: Bowl Game • Destination, date and ticket information TBA
EVANSTON, Ill. — Northwestern built a 27-14 halftime lead and poured it on in the second half, posting a 50-14 victory over rival Illinois on Senior Day at Ryan Field Saturday. Junior QB Kain Colter directed the NU offense to the tune of 88 yards and one TD on the ground and a career-best three passing touchdowns, helping the Wildcats reclaim the Land of Lincoln Trophy in the process.