Head Coach Pat Fitzgerald of Northwestern at Big Ten Media Day

 
Sam Wenk is LIVE at the Big Ten Media Day in Chicago. The Big Ten coaches were asked a number of questions.  Here are some quotes from Pat Fitzgerald from the first day.   Northwestern Head Coach Pat Fitzgerald “Last year we took some positive steps forward.  Not very satisfied with the overall outcome (of last season).  We had a great offseason.  (The) leadership within the locker room has been outstanding.”   On new offensive coordinator Mick McCall :  “(It’s) Mick MCall’s offense.  (The offense will) take on the personality of Mick.”   On the benefits of the spread offense:  “(It allows) so much flexibility.  (It provides) different concepts offensively with speed on the field.  It puts the defense on their heels.”   On starting running back Tyrell Sutton: “His injury was a fact of life.  He has a tremendous attitude and (is) ultra ... [link]

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