After winning its fifth consecutive game of the season, this time over Wisconsin, the Wildcats are now the odds-on heavy favorite to represent the Big Ten West in the Big Ten Championship. The Big Ten defensive showdown was Northwestern’s most impressive victory of the season. Here are five takeaways from Northwestern’s huge win over Wisconsin.
Mike Hankwitz’s defense is the best in the Big Ten and maybe the country
Aside from Fitz scolding of Joey Galloway in his post-game interview with Molly McGrath, he also praised longtime defensive coordinator and Broyles Award favorite Mike Hankwitz.