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Northwestern Insider: Defense could keep Penn State in check

by: Nate Bauer10/10/25NateBauerBWI

northwestern-insider-defense-could-keep-penn-state-check — Sep 21, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Northwestern Wildcats defensive lineman Anto Saka (4) sacks Washington Huskies quarterback Will Rogers (7) during the first quarter at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. Washington Huskies offensive lineman Maximus McCree (77) blocks at left. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

A team off to a 3-2 start, what are Northwestern's strengths, challenges, and outlook ahead of their matchup with Penn State this weekend?