Wildcat Insider

Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are back for another installment of Wildcat Insider! Dave and Dan breakdown Northwestern’s 45-14 win over Ball State for homecoming. Dave and Dan talk about the next man up mentality of the ‘Cats and Aidan Chiles leading the high-powered Wildcat offense.

Graduate Student linebacker Braydon Brus joins Dave and Dan talk about the strong Wildcat defense, what its like practicing against Chip Kelly, and more!

To wrap up, Dave and Dan preview this week’s game against Pat Fitzgerald and Michigan State.

Northwestern heads out to East Lansing to face the Michigan State Spartans on Saturday. WGN Radio’s coverage of the game starts at 10:30 am with the pregame and then the kickoff at 11:00 am with Dave Eanet and Ted Albrecht.

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.

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.

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.

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.

College Football is back, and Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are here for the debut of Wildcat Insider! Dave and Dan talk about the buzz surrounding the team with Chip Kelly coming aboard as part of an offensive coaching overhaul.

Then Ted Albrecht, Northwestern radio football analyst, joins Dave and Dan to talk about what he expects from the new offense and Quarterback Aidan Chiles, changes Chip Kelly has made, and more.

To wrap up, senior quarterback Aidan Chiles joins Dave and Jack Heinrich to talk about being named starting quarterback and captain, why he chose Northwestern, and share his excitement level for the Wildcat offense.

Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are back for another installment of Collegiately Speaking! Dave and Dan recap Northwestern’s wild come-from-behind victory over Minnesota 38-35 at Wrigley Field and secure their 2nd bowl berth under David Braun.

Then, Head Coach of Northwestern Football David Braun joins the show to talk about getting the Cats to Bowl Eligibility, his growth as a coach, how the team is preparing for Illinois, the importance of extra Bowl game practices, and more!

Dave and Dan wrap the show by previewing the regular-season finale against Illinois and discussing what the Wildcats need to do to bring The Hat back to Evanston.

Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are back for another installment of Collegiately Speaking! Dave and Dan recap Northwestern’s 24-22 loss to Michigan at Wrigley Field. Dan and Dave discuss the struggles of the offense to score touchdowns in the red zone and examine ways to fix it. Then they talk about the strong play from Safety Robert Fitzgerald, highlighted by his 15-tackle performance against Michigan last week.

Graduate Student Offensive Lineman Martes Lewis joins the show to talk about how the offensive line has gelled throughout the year, playing his former team, Minnesota, this weekend, and more!

Dave and Dan wrap the show by previewing this week’s matchup against Minnesota at Wrigley Field.

Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are back for another installment of Collegiately Speaking! Dave and Dan recap Northwestern’s 38-17 loss on the road against USC. Then they talk about running back Caleb Komolafe’s continued strong play and how he has become a key part of the offense. Next Dave and Dan talk about the USC fake punt and discuss the Big Ten’s statement about it.

Graduate Student Defensive Back Garner Wallace joins the show to talk about the work he has put in to become a starter this year, the tight-knit defensive back room, the swagger the defense has been playing with, and more!

To wrap the show, Dave and Dan preview this week’s matchup at Wrigley Field against Michigan.

Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are back after a bye week for another installment of Collegiately Speaking! Dave and Dan recap Northwestern’s loss to Nebraska before the bye week. Then they talk about the strong play from the Wildcats’ defense.

Junior Wide Receiver Griffin Wilde joins the guys to talk about his relationship with Quarterback Preston Stone, what he likes about the wide receiver room, his transition to Northwestern, and more!