Despite back-to-back losses, the bowl picture still looks like a near certainty for Northwestern. With three beatable opponents ahead, the Wildcats ought to qualify for postseason play for the second straight year, and the experts agree with such line of reasoning.

Here are the possible destinations:

SB Nation

Jason Kirk: Quick Lane Bowl vs. Vanderbilt on Dec 26 in Detroit, MI

ESPN

Brian Bennett: New Era Pinstripe Bowl on Dec. 28 in New York City, NY

Mark Schlabach: Foster Farms Bowl vs. Colorado on Dec. 28 in Santa Clara, CA

Brett McMurphy: Quick Lane Bowl vs. NC State on Dec 26 in Detroit, MI

CBS Sports

Jerry Palm: New Era Pinstripe Bowl vs. Pittsbugh on Dec. 28 in New York City, NY

Sports Illustrated

Colin Becht: Holiday Bowl vs. Washington State on Dec. 27 in San Diego, CA

Campus Insiders

Dave Miller: Holiday Bowl vs. Washington State on Dec. 27 in San Diego, CA