No. 24 Northwestern overwhelmed Rutgers 42-14, using a dominant first quarter and a balanced offense to improve to 6-1 and secure bowl eligibility for a second straight season. Aidan Chiles accounted for five touchdowns, while the Wildcats’ defense forced three turnovers.

By the Numbers
  • Northwestern scored 42 points, including 21 in the first quarter.
  • Chiles completed 19 of 25 passes for 219 yards and three touchdowns, and added 83 rushing yards and two scores.
  • Caleb Komolafe rushed for 150 yards and a touchdown on 13 carries.
  • Griffin Wilde had nine catches for 133 yards and a touchdown.
  • The Wildcats forced three takeaways and surpassed 500 yards of offense.
What's Next

Northwestern travels to Oregon on Saturday, Oct. 31, for a road test at Autzen Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. CT on Peacock and NBCSN.

Bottom Line

Northwestern paired explosive scoring with timely defensive plays to control Rutgers—and now carries a 5-0 home record and bowl eligibility into its toughest road test yet.