By Paul M. Banks In the world of revenue-producing collegiate sports, what goes on in the boardroom is just as crucial as what takes place on the field in determining success. Since the mid 1990s, Northwestern University has been a very respectable middle-of-the-road Big Ten football team. Since 2003, Northwestern has compiled a 25-25 record in conference play, good for 6th … [Read more...] about Business of a College Football Program, part one Marketing
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Northwestern’s Nick Roach Starts at LB for Bears
By Paul M. Banks has an exclusive with Nick Roach With the injuries piling up for the Chicago Bears at the linebacker position, some new opportunities for playing time have opened up. Northwestern alum Nick Roach is one athlete who sill soon capitalize on this opportunity being provided by a crisis. Roach will start the Bears home opener in week 2; and share reps with Jamar … [Read more...] about Northwestern’s Nick Roach Starts at LB for Bears