Looks like the Cats need to have a great defense to have an average season again in 2025.
2000-2025 best offensive and defensive players
https://www.on3.com/sites/wildcat-report/news/northwestern-all-quarter-century-team-offense/
https://www.on3.com/sites/wildcat-report/news/northwestern-all-quarter-century-team-defense/
It is a decent list I would have to think about it to see who I would replace some with.
2026 recruits
https://www.on3.com/college/northwestern-wildcats/football/2026/industry-comparison-commits/
I have no feel for the team, but hopefully we will see some good lakefront games. The home opener Friday is our 32nd wedding anniversary so we will be popping some nice champagne in the parking garage. Shh, not officially allowed.