Overview

• 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.