Northwestern coach fired amid hazing; interim loses opener but finds 'relief' after turbulent summer

Northwestern fired longtime coach Pat Fitzgerald after hazing allegations surfaced.
Interim coach David Braun felt relief after a difficult summer despite Northwestern's 24-7 opening loss to Rutgers.
No coaches or players have been disciplined for the hazing allegations so far.
Rutgers dominated the game, with multiple sacks, turnovers forced, and long touchdown drives.
Braun remains confident Northwestern can rebound and emphasizes growth despite the loss.