The final installment of our 2021 summer guide is the Know Your Opponent series. We’ll take you through Northwestern’s schedule week by week, outlining the strengths and weaknesses of each opponent and identifying some key players to look for. The series serves as a way for us to evaluate and take stock of the team’s upcoming opponents.
Next up is the long-awaited matchup at Chicago’s Wrigley Field, where Northwestern will face Purdue in their second to last matchup before potential postseason play.
The Basics
Returning production: 78 percent overall (Offense 85 percent, Defense 70 percent)
2020 record: 2-4
Head coach: Jeff Brohm
The Stats
The following metrics are courtesy of Bill Connelly and Football Outsiders (and now ESPN!