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Northwestern football opens Ryan Field with win over Penn State

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 6:09 AM

Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Northwestern football opens Ryan Field with win over Penn State

Summary

Northwestern Wildcats opened the new Ryan Field on October 2 with a commanding 34-13 victory against Penn State Nittany Lions. The game featured a sellout crowd of 35,000, creating an atmosphere enhanced by pyrotechnics and fireworks. Coach David Braun praised the team's performance, marking a significant start to a new era at the stadium, which has been redesigned for modern use while honoring its historical roots. The Wildcats now hold a 3-1 record and will look to build on this momentum in upcoming games.

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By the Numbers

•Northwestern scored 34 points against Penn State's 13.
•The game marked the debut of the new Ryan Field.
•Crowd of 35,000 created a robust atmosphere for the match.
•Coach David Braun highlighted the performance and atmosphere.
•Northwestern is now 3-1 overall this season.

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What they're saying

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The Wildcats opened their long-awaited new home Friday night with a charged atmosphere, an announced sellout crowd and the type of performance David Braun believes can propel the program forward.
— Yahoo Sports

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