David Braun outlines Northwestern football's ambitions at Big Ten Media Days
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 3:35 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
David Braun, head coach of Northwestern football, spoke at the Big Ten Media Days in Chicago, emphasizing his goal for the team to reach Big Ten Championship status. With the season approaching, he highlighted a mindset shift among players, asserting the importance of believing in their potential. Braun refrained from naming a starting quarterback, focusing on the depth in the quarterback room. Additionally, the $870 million renovation of Ryan Field is expected to enhance the home-field advantage for the Wildcats this season.
- •Braun wants to change Northwestern's football trajectory.
- •The team is in fall camp, preparing for the upcoming season.
- •No starting quarterback has been named yet.
- •Griffin Wilde expresses confidence in the team’s potential.
- •Ryan Field renovations aim to boost home-field advantage.
- 3:35 PMYahoo Sports — Takeaways from Big Ten Football Media Days 2026
"What can we expect from the Wildcats with the season just a month away?
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