Backup quarterback Brendan Sullivan had three total touchdowns in his first start of the season to lead Northwestern to a 23-20 win over Howard on Saturday. Cam Johnson and Bryce Kirtz each had a receiving touchdown as the Wildcats were able to stave off a late comeback push by the Bison on homecoming weekend. Sullivan filled in for starter Ben Bryant and was the difference maker for Northwestern (3-3).
There are big-time chores at hand for BYU and Utah on Friday night. BYU really needs to take care of business at home against Cincinnati and attacking a stiff Bearcats defense with a balanced attack is at the top of the agenda. With defense of its Pac-12 title at stake, No. 10 undefeated Utah needs to produce a scoring offense to complement its top-10 defense in order to chase explosive teams like USC, Oregon and Washington on the field.
Downtown Athens is often associated with the wild nightlife it attracts and its impressive bar scene. However, for those looking for a unique daytime excursion, one of Athens’ sweetest spots