During a two-game stretch that helped turn around Northwestern's season, the Wildcats' offense exploded for 92 points in victories against Iowa and Michigan State. In those games, quarterback caught five of them, and running back Justin Jackson rushed for 359 yards with three touchdowns.
That trio may have to accomplish more of the same in order for Northwestern to outlast Pittsburgh in the New Era Pinstripe Bowl on Dec. 28. The Panthers have shown all season they can put up points -- and surrender them -- in a hurry. For the latest example, just look at Pitt's regular-season finale against Syracuse on Nov.