Photos from Northwestern’s 13-6 victory against Miami (Ohio) in the season opener on Aug. 31, 2024, at a temporary stadium on the lakefront in Evanston.
Northwestern players celebrate after a 13-6 win against Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern players touch a wood sign after a 13-6 win over Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern defensive back Robert Fitzgerald (6) heads to the sideline after making a game-sealing interception during the final Miami (Ohio) drive in the fourth quarter on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern’s Luke Akers, right, punts in the fourth quarter against Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern defensive linemen Sean McLaughlin (97) and Anto Saka chase Miami (Ohio) quarterback Brett Gabbert in the fourth quarter on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern quarterback Mike Wright (5) takes a snap in the third quarter against Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern wide receiver Bryce Kirtz makes a reception behind Miami (Ohio) defensive back Brett Gabbert in the third quarter on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern quarterback Mike Wright keeps the ball in the fourth quarter against Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern quarterback Mike Wright, right, keeps the ball for a run in the third quarter against Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern coach Dave Braun, center, exhales while watching the fourth quarter against Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern coach Dave Braun congratulates quarterback Mike Wright after a 13-6 win against Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern fans use a rally flag as a sun shield in the third quarter against Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern defensive back Robert Fitzgerald (6) heads to the sideline after making an interception during the final Miami (Ohio) drive in the fourth quarter on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern and Miami (Ohio) players greet one another after a 13-6 Wildcats win on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern running back Cam Porter (1) leans toward the end zone during a rush in the second quarter against the Miami (Ohio) defense on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Miami (Ohio) defensive back Silas Walters (29) breaks up a pass intended for Northwestern wide receiver Bryce Kirtz in the second quarter on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern running back Cam Porter runs with the ball against Miami (Ohio) defensive back Eli Blakey in the second quarter on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern defensive lineman Anto Saka (4) and linebacker Kenny Soares Jr. (5) celebrate after sacking Miami (Ohio) quarterback Brett Gabbert in the second quarter on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Miami (Ohio) defensive back Raion Strader (13) breaks up a pass intended for Northwestern wide receiver Bryce Kirtz in the second quarter on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern cheerleaders head off the field in the second quarter against the Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern wide receiver Frank Covey IV (16) gestures for a first down after a reception against Miami (Ohio) in the second quarter on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern kicker Jack Olsen (82) celebrates with teammates after making a field goal in the first quarter against Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Fans watch the first quarter between Northwestern and Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern defensive back Theran Johnson tackles Miami (Ohio) wide receiver Cade McDonald in the first quarter on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Miami (Ohio) coach Chuck Martin, right, walks the sideline in the first quarter against Northwestern on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern defensive back Theran Johnson breaks up a pass intended for Miami (Ohio) wide receiver Javon Tracy in the first quarter on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern defensive lineman Anto Saka (4) and linebacker Kenny Soares Jr. (5) celebrate after sacking Miami (Ohio) quarterback Brett Gabbert in the second quarter on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern marching band members wait for players outside the Walter Athletics Center before a game against Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Fans walk through the north bleacher section before a game between Northwestern and Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Two fans walk to their seats in the north bleacher section at Martin Stadium before a game between Northwestern and Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Janette Outlaw posts a Northwestern flag onto a fence at the Lakeside Garage for tailgating before a game between the Wildcats and Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern fans tailgate at the Lakeside Garage before a game between the Wildcats and Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern players walk to the Walter Athletics Center before a game against Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern coach David Braun exits a bus for the Walter Athletics Center before a game against Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Brad and Lisa May set up a tent for tailgating at the Lakeside Garage before a game between the Wildcats and Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)Northwestern players walk to the Walter Athletics Center before a game against Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31, 2024, in Evanston. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)
