Somehow, even after a 28-point loss to Penn State, it feels as if Northwestern has some momentum heading into its homecoming matchup against Howard. The Wildcats have already doubled their win total from last year — in convincing fashion against UTEP and in tenacious fashion against Minnesota — and despite last week’s final score, the ‘Cats can say they competed neck-in-neck with a playoff contender (albeit for only two quarters). Nearing the season’s halfway point, a win over Howard would push Northwestern’s record back to the .500 mark, and here’s the best part: Northwestern is a heavy favorite.
Why Northwestern will/won't beat Howard
