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NewsWPLG Local 10October 24, 2026Miami-Dade County

Northwestern defeats Rutgers 42-14 behind Aidan Chiles' five touchdowns

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No. 24 Northwestern defeated Rutgers 42-14 on Saturday, securing its fourth consecutive victory and a 6-1 record. Quarterback Aidan Chiles recorded three passing touchdowns and two rushing scores, while Caleb Komolafe added 150 rushing yards and a touchdown. Rutgers played much of the game without starting quarterback Dylan Lonergan, who exited in the first quarter due to an injury.

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Why It Matters

The victory brings Northwestern to a 6-1 record on the season and makes the team bowl-eligible.

Key Facts

  • Northwestern defeated Rutgers with a final score of 42-14.
  • Northwestern quarterback Aidan Chiles threw for three touchdowns and rushed for two additional scores.
  • Northwestern running back Caleb Komolafe rushed for 150 yards and one touchdown, including a 56-yard run.
  • Rutgers starting quarterback Dylan Lonergan left the game 6 minutes and 25 seconds into the first quarter due to a head injury and did not return.
  • Rutgers running back Antwan Raymond rushed for 150 yards on 18 carries, scoring a touchdown on a 46-yard run.
  • Northwestern improved its record to 6-1 overall and 3-1 in the Big Ten, achieving bowl eligibility.
  • Rutgers dropped to a 2-5 overall record and 1-3 in the Big Ten.
  • Northwestern's defense recorded four sacks during the match.

Who's Mentioned

PersonAlex Honig“Northwestern player”PersonDrew Wagner“Northwestern player”PersonAJ Surace“Rutgers substitute quarterback”PersonJamaal Johnson“Northwestern player”OrganizationNorthwestern“College football team”PersonDane Pizzaro“Rutgers kicker”OrganizationMichigan“Upcoming opponent for Rutgers”PersonGriffin Wilde“Northwestern player”PersonSean Ashenfelder“Rutgers third-string quarterback”PersonCaleb Komolafe“Northwestern running back”OrganizationOregon“Upcoming opponent for Northwestern”OrganizationRutgers“College football team”PersonClay Thevenin“Rutgers player”PersonAidan Chiles“Northwestern quarterback”PersonKobie McKinzie“Northwestern defender”PersonAntwan Raymond“Rutgers running back”PersonDylan Lonergan“Rutgers starting quarterback”