Zain Bando is a Class of 2023 Medill graduate student studying Sports Media on the Chicago campus. Bando has covered college athletics since 2018, as his work has been featured in FanSided, Armchair All-Americans, and IlliniGuys throughout his undergrad years. He is a journalism alumnus of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and has been following Big Ten athletics since 2008. His grandpa was a Michigan State alumnus in the 1950s, so college sports has been a big passion of his for most of his life. His other passions include MMA, traveling, trying new restaurants, and hanging out with friends.
What are the Browns getting in Cam Mitchell?
The latest ‘Cat headed to the Dawg Pound.
Making the case for Boo Buie, Chase Audige, Robbie Beran to return
One more year, please!
Where does Northwestern's win over Purdue rank all-time in program history?
It’s time to look back in the archives.
Throwback Thursday: Dererk Pardon lifts Northwestern to NCAA tourney berth
Dererk Pardon, thank you for making history!
Op-Ed: Northwestern is the most disrespected team in the Big Ten
The ‘Cats are continuing to shock the world with each win. Minnesota is up next.
Rapid Reaction: Northwestern sweeps Chicago play, beats UIC 92-54
Chicago’s Team is now 4-0 in local play.
Northwestern in the NFL: Checking in on the pros as playoff picture takes shape
Will Justin Jackson and his Detroit Lions make an improbable playoff push?
Rapid Reaction: Illinois defeats Northwestern 41-3 to end the season
Somehow, they saved their worst for last.
Where are we Wednesday: Records don’t matter in Week 13
It’s Rivalry Week!