The Northwestern Wildcats’ opener against South Dakota State went well on the scoreboard, ending in a 34-18 win, but the game wasn’t without bad news: the team’s starting center, Jackson Carsello, suffered a neck injury and received medical attention before being carted off the field. Carsello, a graduate student, started the game for coach David […] The post Northwestern football news: Hospitalized player breaks silence after scary incident appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Northwestern provided an encouraging update on center Jackson Carsello after he suffered a neck injury against South Dakota State, with the veteran captain back at the team facility and doing well.

David Braun praised Northwestern’s response after center Jackson Carsello left Saturday’s game with an injury, highlighting the Wildcats’ ability to rally around their teammate and stay focused in a 34-18 win over South Dakota State.

The Northwestern offensive coordinator made a revelation about the team's offensive line.

Northwestern center Jackson Carsello has been named to the Rimington Trophy preseason watch list. After earning another year of eligibility, the veteran returns to anchor the Wildcats' offensive line as Chip Kelly's offense prepares for the 2026 season.

Cook County Circuit Judge Neil Cohen ruled that Carsello, a starter, is entitled to an extra season of competition.