Northwestern received encouraging injury news ahead of Iowa, with Robert Fitzgerald upgraded to probable, Brendan Flakes coming off the availability report and Jon Jon Stevens Jr. listed as questionable.

Oregon will look for a breakthrough against Northwestern's stout red zone defense and experienced secondary.

Northwestern will be without 13 players against Rutgers, including Robert Fitzgerald, Brendan Flakes and Luke Dehnicke, as injuries continue to impact the Wildcats.

Northwestern could be without one of its top defensive players on Saturday against the Spartans

Here is where the game may be decided between Michigan State and Northwestern.

Northwestern defensive leader Robert Fitzgerald is listed as questionable ahead of Michigan State. His availability could be crucial for the Wildcats' secondary.

Northwestern safety Robert Fitzgerald honors his late father while leading the Wildcats defense to a strong start.

Northwestern's star defensive back and team captain has extra motivation heading into Friday night.

Northwestern's captain and defensive star has outdone the rest of the Big Ten Conference in one key statistical area.