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Northwestern is still looking for its first 2026 basketball commit.

Who are the targets they’re focused on right now?

WildcatReport takes a look.

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Northwestern focused on three 2026 targets
Who are the top players currently on the Wildcats' board for 2026?
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July 27, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Nearly 40 minutes of David Braun and 30 minutes from the three player reps. Ultimately, a great look at what the Wildcats had to say in Las Vegas.

Full Media Day podium transcripts for WildcatReport subscribers at the link below.

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July 24, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Northwestern is headed out to Las Vegas for Big Ten Media Days, set to speak on July 23.

Here are five storylines to watch for this week:

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Five Northwestern storylines to watch at Big Ten Media Days
Here are five things to keep an eye on as Northwestern heads out to Las Vegas for Big Ten Media Days.
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July 21, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Next up in our Ten Questions series: Does Northwestern have enough depth at wide receiver?

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Ten Questions: 2. Does Northwestern have enough depth at wide receiver?
Northwestern made a key addition with transfer Griffin Wilde. But is Wilde and existing depth enough to have a reliable receiving corps?
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July 20, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Last, but not least in the All-Quarter Century Team series: the specialists.

WildcatReport picked the best Wildcats of the last 25 years at kicker, punter, kick returner and punt returner.

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Northwestern All-Quarter Century Team: Specialists
We've already named our first-team offense and defense over the last 25 years. Now, it's time to reward the best Wildcat specialists.
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July 17, 2025 at 1:28 PM
It's 25 years since the turn of the century, and WildcatReport is weighing in with our picks for the best Northwestern players at each position since 2000.

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Northwestern All-Quarter Century Team: Offense
It's been 25 years since the calendar flipped to 2000. Here's a look at the first-team offense for Northwestern's All-Quarter Century Team.
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July 15, 2025 at 1:42 PM
The first installment of our offseason Ten Questions series: Can Preston Stone return to form?

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Ten Questions: 1. Can Preston Stone return to form?
Northwestern is counting on a resurgent season from SMU transfer Preston Stone. Can the veteran regain his rhythm after injury?
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July 10, 2025 at 2:20 PM
EA's College Football 26 dropped for pre-sale on July 7, and will be open to public purchase on July 10.

Here's the breakdown of how Northwestern looks, plays and ranks in the latest game:

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Breaking down Northwestern in College Football 26
WildcatReport breaks down what it's like to play as Northwestern in EA's newest game, College Football 26.
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July 8, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Northwestern's recruiting class has tripled within the week since their first official visit.

Keep track of who has committed and our interviews here:

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DEVELOPING: Cats land multiple official visitor commitments
Follow along as the commitments roll in from Northwestern's first official visit weekend.
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May 15, 2025 at 10:20 PM
This weekend marks the beginning of official visit season for Northwestern. How does the Wildcats 2026 class stack up?

We take a look.

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How does Northwestern's 2026 class stack up heading into official visits?
With NU set to host official visitors this week, we look at how the 2026 class and where it ranks.
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May 5, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Now that the spring portal window has closed and the roster is set, it’s time to break down Northwestern’s roster for the 2025-26 season and look at the potential starting five.

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WIth the roster set, it's time to take a look at the 2025-26 Wildcats
Now that the spring transfer portal window has closed, it's time to break down the Wildcats' roster.
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May 1, 2025 at 2:01 PM
2027 OL Luke Injaychock from Nazareth Academy told WildcatReport that getting an offer from Northwestern was a moment he will never forget.

Read why here.

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Northwestern offer a moment that local 2027 OL Luke Injaychock won't forget
Northwestern offered local 2027 OL Luke Injaychock from Nazareth Academy on April 22.
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April 27, 2025 at 2:24 PM
New Northwestern center transfer Talan Chandler from Mizzou has four years of eligibility remaining but is coming in to compete for the starting center job this season.

He told WildcatReport that OL coach Bill O'Boyle is a big reason he's a Cat.

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New transfer Talan Chandler came to compete at center this season for NU
Former Missouri center Talan Chandler says offensive line coach Bill O'Boyle is a big reason he chose Northwestern.
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April 26, 2025 at 4:22 PM
WildcatReport asked Northwestern head coach David Braun about the impending 105-player roster limits for football.

It's clear he's not a fan.

“This, I gotta take a deep breath here,” he said. “This whole thing is really, really frustrating.”

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Braun frustrated by potential impact of impending roster limits
Northwestern head coach David Braun is facing some tough decisions with the expected 105-man roster limit.
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April 19, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Northwestern hosted an open practice for their fans this morning.

Here's who WildcatReport saw in town for the final practice of their spring period.

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April 19, 2025 at 8:54 PM
After talking to offensive line coach Bill O'Boyle yesterday, this season up front will be built on three things: competitive depth, a renewed sense of toughness and superlative left tackle Caleb Tiernan.

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Tiernan, toughness set to define NU's 2025 offensive line rebuild
Veteran tackle Caleb Tiernan is the rock on which Northwestern will try to rebuild its offensive line in 2025.
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April 18, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Northwestern WR Calvin Johnson II, the Wildcats' leading returning receiver, entered the transfer portal this morning.

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2024-25 Northwestern Transfer Tracker
WildcatReport is tracking the players who are coming into or leaving the Wildcat program through the transfer portal.
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April 15, 2025 at 3:53 PM
2027 WR Justin Johnson didn't have to look far for his first offer from a college program. The Evanston Township High School standout picked one up on his Saturday visit to hometown Northwestern.

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Northwestern offers hometown 2027 WR Justin Johnson
Northwestern offered WR Justin Johnson, a 2027 prospect in their backyard at Evanston Township High School.
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April 14, 2025 at 2:53 PM
BREAKING: Three-star 2026 CB Joshua Simms just committed to Northwestern over Ole Miss, Duke, Georgia Tech and many others.

Why? “Family is big to me, and they showed they care about my family.”

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Family feeling led three-star CB Joshua Sims to commit to Northwestern
Tenn. CB Joshua Sims is the second member of the Wildcats' Class of 2026 after announcing his commitment on Saturday.
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April 12, 2025 at 5:50 PM
How does it feel to score 26 points to lead your high school to an overtime upset win and its first Indiana state championship in 32 years?

We talked to Northwestern signee Tre Singleton to find out.

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NU signee Tre Singleton leads team to thrilling state title win in OT
Northwestern commit Tre Singleton and Jeffersonville won Indiana's state title in a 67-66 overtime classic.
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March 31, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Head coach David Braun's words painted an encouraging picture of quarterback Preston Stone.

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Braun's words of praise for Stone paint an encouraging picture
Head coach David Braun says Preston Stone isn't the starter yet, but everyone expects him to be by the fall.
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March 21, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Hinsdale (Ill.) Central OL Gene Riordan is one of Northwestern's top targets for 2026.

Last week, the Wildcats hosted his younger brother, 2027 DE Tommy Riordan, for a spring practice.

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Northwestern hosts 2027 DE target Tommy Riordan for a spring practice
After visiting with his older brother Gene for Junior Day, 2027 DE Tommy Riordan was back at NU for a spring practice.
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March 19, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Final: Wisconsin 70, Northwestern 63

Martinelli posts 22 points to become NU's all-time single-season scoring leader, Windham chips in 14 points in support
March 13, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Half: No. 17 Wisconsin 37, Northwestern 30

Wildcats had a strong start but seems the Badgers have found their footing. Martinelli sets the all-time single-season scoring record for NU with a team-high nine points.

Winter with 10, Tonje with six for the Badgers
March 13, 2025 at 7:30 PM