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Northwestern in the NFL, Week 13: Despite bye weeks, Pro ‘Cats rack up wins

With the Cleveland Browns and Green Bay Packers on their bye weeks, numerous Northwestern alumni in the NFL did not suit up this week. Nonetheless, several former Wildcats experienced season-highs, from first victories to standout outings. Here’s how each Pro ‘Cat performed during all the action of Week 13.

Godwin Igwebuike: Detroit Lions, RB/KR

With star running back D’Andre Swift out, Igwebuike saw a surge in offensive snaps – he was on the field for 39 percent of Detroit’s plays on offense, easily his highest figure this year. On the surface, the converted RB didn’t post monster stats – he tallied just two carries for eight yards, plus one reception for 13 yards – but proved instrumental in the Lions’ first win in 15 games.