Northwestern Wildcats

Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are back for another installment of Wildcat Insider! Dave and Dan breakdown Northwestern’s 34-13 win over Penn State in the debut of the New Ryan Field. Dave and Dan breakdown the Wildcat rushing attack that racked up 413 yards rushing on Friday and share their thoughts on the new stadium.

Christian Sarkisian, General Manager of Northwestern Athletics, joins Dave and Dan to talk about the ever-evolving world of NIL in college sports and how Northwestern is adjusting to the times. Christian also talks about his role as GM and how he works with players, coaches, agents, and everyone in between.

To wrap up, Dave and Dan preview this week’s homecoming game against Ball State.

Northwestern wraps up their non-conference schedule on Saturday when they host Ball State at the New Ryan Field for homecoming. WGN Radio’s coverage of the game starts at 11 am with the pregame and then the kickoff at 11:30 am with Dave Eanet and Ted Albrecht.

Northwestern Wildcats vs. Penn State Nittany Lions – October 2, 2026

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Northwestern Wildcats play-by-play broadcaster Dave Eanet and former Northwestern quarterback Dan Persa talk with Vice President for Athletics and Recreation Mark Jackson about the brand-new Ryan Field, which is set to open Friday.  

• New Ryan Field in Evanston, IL (Dave Eanet / WGN Radio)
• New Ryan Field in Evanston, IL (Dave Eanet / WGN Radio)
• New Ryan Field in Evanston, IL (Dave Eanet / WGN Radio)

Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are back for another installment of Wildcat Insider! Dave and Dan are joined by Mark Jackson, Combe Family Vice President for Athletics and Recreation for Northwestern University, to talk about the opening of the New Ryan Field, what fans should expect Friday, why downloading the Ryan Field app is essential, and more!

Graduate Student Offensive Lineman Deuce McGuire joins Dave, Dan, and Jack Heinirch to talk about what practice was like at the New Ryan Field, his excitement for Friday, and more.

To wrap up,, Dave and Dan preview Friday’s matchup with Penn State for the Opening of the New Ryan Field.

Northwestern opens the New Ryan Field on Friday against Penn State. WGN Radio’s coverage of the game starts at 6:30 pm with the pregame and then the kickoff at 7pm with Dave Eanet and Ted Albrecht.

Northwestern Wildcats at Indiana Hoosiers – September 25, 2026

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Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are back for another installment of Wildcat Insider! Dave and Dan recap the Wildcats’ dominant 41-7 win over Colorado in the final game at Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium.

Graduate Student Center Jackson Carsello joins Dave, Dan, and Jack Heinrich to talk about the offseason process to get another year of eligibility, his thoughts on the offense, the new Ryan Field, Cubs postseason outlook, and more!

To wrap up Dave and Dan preview a match with the defending National Champion Indiana Hoosiers on Friday Night.

Northwestern opens Big Ten play on the road at #5 Indiana on Friday, September 25th. WGN Radio’s coverage of the game starts at 6:30 pm with the pregame and then the kickoff at 7pm with Dave Eanet and Ted Albrecht.

Northwestern Wildcats vs. Colorado Buffaloes – September 19, 2026

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Northwestern football head coach David Braun joins Bob Sirott and Andy Masur to discuss his new contract extension through 2031, the final game at Martin Stadium before the opening of the new Ryan Field, the balanced offensive attack in Week 1, and Saturday’s matchup against Deion Sanders and Colorado.

Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are back for another installment of Wildcat Insider! Dave and Dan recap the Wildcats’ season-opening win over South Dakota State and share their thoughts on the new look Northwestern offense in game one.

Then Graduate Student Running Back Joseph Himon II joins Dave and Jack Heinrich to talk about his favorite moments at Northwestern, the early bye week, the final game at Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium, and more!

Northwestern plays their final game at Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium on Saturday, September 19th. WGN Radio’s coverage of the game starts at 6pm with the pregame and then the kickoff at 6:30 with Dave Eanet and Ted Albrecht.

To wrap up Dave and Dan preview the Wildcats showdown against Coach Prime and Colorado.

Northwestern Wildcats vs. South Dakota State Jackrabbits – September 5, 2026

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