Iowa and Northwestern set for critical Big Ten matchup in Chicago

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Last updated Nov 7, 2026

Iowa and Northwestern set for critical Big Ten matchup in Chicago
Summary

Iowa and Northwestern will face off on Saturday night at Ryan Field in Chicago, both teams holding 6-2 records. Iowa comes off a 30-0 win over Wisconsin, showcasing a strong defense and solid performance from quarterback Hank Brown. Northwestern seeks to recover from a 34-26 loss to Oregon, with starting quarterback Aidan Chiles listed as doubtful. Expert predictions vary, with some favoring Iowa and others picking Northwestern before the Chiles news was announced.

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  • •Iowa defeated Wisconsin 30-0 last week.
  • •Northwestern lost 34-26 to Oregon in their last game.
  • •Aidan Chiles is doubtful for Northwestern.
  • •Hank Brown will start at quarterback for Iowa.
  • •Expert predictions are split between Iowa and Northwestern.
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  • 3:15 PMYahoo Sports — Iowa football vs. Northwestern expert predictions nationally
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