Bryce Kirtz News, Rumors, Updates - Northwestern Wildcats

Leading receiver in loss Kirtz reeled in 7 of 10 targets for 92 yards during Saturday's 31-7 defeat versus Ohio State.

Impact Kirtz returned from a two-game absence against the Buckeyes and was a lone bright spot within a Northwestern offense that accounted for just 251 total yards on the day. The senior receiver has had an up-and-down season in 2024, logging over 90 yards in four games while recording less than 30 yards in each of his other four games this year. Overall, Kirtz has accounted for 34 receptions for 506 yards on the season, though his lack of touchdowns is certainly disappointing. He will hope to find the end zone when the Wildcats travel to face Michigan this coming Saturday.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ready to roll vs Buckeyes Kirtz (undisclosed) is officially off Northwestern's injury report against Ohio State.

Impact Kirtz hasn't played since getting knocked out of the game against Wisconsin in Week 8. The wideout, who has 27 grabs for 414 yards this fall, will make his return agains the Buckeyes.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play against Ohio State Kirtz (undisclosed) is expected to play Saturday against Ohio State, Pete Thamel of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Kirtz was knocked out of the Wildcats' game against Wisconsin, and hasn't played since. His return will be a significant boost to the offense, but the Wildcats face a very tough task playing Ohio State at Wrigley Field.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Hopeful to return in 2024 Kirtz (undisclosed) is hopeful to return sometime before the end of the season, Matthew Shelton of Rivals.com reports.

Impact Kirtz was knocked out of the Wildcats' game against Wisconsin, and hasn't played since. Head coach David Braun's injury update wasn't promising. "It continues to be progression then regression," he said in regards to the wideout. Kirtz has three more regular season games he could appear in this fall: Ohio State, Michigan and Illinois.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Will not play Saturday Kirtz (undisclosed) will not play in Saturday's game at Purdue, Pete Thamel of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Kirtz will miss his second consecutive game Saturday as he continues to battle through an undisclosed injury. It was previously reported that Kirtz would be able to suit up for Saturday's road trip, but he must have suffered a set back. His next chance to suit up is after a bye week on Nov. 16 versus Ohio State.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Expect to play against Purdue Kirtz (undisclosed) is expected to play Saturday at Purdue, head coach David Braun told Matthew Shelton of Wildcat Report.

Impact Kirtz missed last weekend's loss at Iowa due to an undisclosed injury. It looks like the Wildcats will have both of their main targets in the passing game this week in Kirtz and A.J. Henning, who have missed time due to injury the past two games.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Kirtz (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Saturday's game at Iowa.

Impact Kirtz will not suit up Saturday after being listed as questionable heading into the contest. It's a tough blow for the Wildcats as Kirtz has recorded over 120 receiving yards in two of his last three games. His next chance to suit up is next Saturday at Purdue.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Not seen warming up Kirtz (undisclosed) wasn't spotted warming up, Inside NU reports.

Impact Kirtz was knocked out of Northwestern's game against Wisconsin last week. He's reportedly not warming up ahead of Week 9 against Iowa, which obviously isn't a good sign for his availability. The wideout is one of Northwestern's most dangerous pieces on offense, and he's posted 27 catches for 414 yards this fall.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable at Iowa Kirtz (undisclosed) is questionable Saturday at Iowa.

Impact Kirtz has appeared in every game this season for the Wildcats and is at risk of missing his first Saturday versus Iowa. It's unclear what injury he is dealing with. His participation, or lack thereof, in pregame warmups should be a good indicator on whether or not he's able to play.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Just two receptions in loss Kirtz had just two receptions for 23 yards on seven targets in Saturday's loss to Wisconsin.

Impact Kirtz was coming off back-to-back games with more than 100 yards receiving, but quarterback Jack Lausch struggled with his accuracy as he took a step back after a promising previous two games. Kirtz also failed to bring in a catchable deep pass as well. Kirtz may find tougher coverage if fellow top wideout A.J. Henning misses games with an undisclosed injury after leaving the loss to the Badgers on a cart.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Tops 100 yards receiving again Kirtz had three receptions for 123 yards on five targets in Friday's win at Maryland.

Impact Kirtz has had back-to-back games of more than 100 yards receiving as quarterback Jack Lausch has become adept at throwing the deep ball. Kirtz has the speed to get open and made a difficult over-the-shoulder catch in Friday's win.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

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Has 15 targets in loss Kirtz had 10 receptions for 128 yards on 15 targets in Saturday's loss to Indiana.

Impact Northwestern's passing game had looked lost to begin the season but quarterback Jack Lausch improved in his third career start. Kirtz and A.J. Henning had 16 of 23 targets and should benefit if Lausch can continue to improve next week at Maryland.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Six receptions in opener Kirtz had six receptions for 91 yards on ten targets in Saturday's win over Miami of Ohio.

Impact Kirtz and A.J. Henning (nine targets) were the primary focus of the Northwestern passing attack. Northwestern may not have a dynamic passing attack, but Kirtz has big play ability and should get a high percentage of the targets.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Six receptions in opener Kirtz had six receptions for 91 yards on ten targets in Saturday's win over Miami of Ohio.

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Catches another TD in win Kirtz caught three of four targets for 51 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's 33-27 win against Maryland.

Impact Kirtz caught his fifth touchdown in as many games, hauling in a 23-yard touchdown pass late in the first half. The senior wideout has still seen a rather limited target share outside of his 10-catch performance against Minnesota in Week 4, as he's logged 13 receptions (on 22 targets) over the last four contests. Kirtz still has not separated himself from the Wildcats other wideouts Cam Johnson and A.J. Henning, as these two have have combined for 95 targets this season.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 96 yards in loss Kirtz posted three receptions (on seven targets) for 96 yards during Saturday's 17-9 loss against Nebraska.

Impact Kirtz once again led the Wildcats in receiving yards, accounting for just over half of the passing yards from starting quarterback Brendan Sullivan (12-for-23, 176 yards, one interception). The 6-foot senior has now logged at least five targets in all six of his games this season, tallying 27 receptions for 423 yards and three touchdowns. However, a large portion of this production came when he caught 10 passes for 215 yards and two touchdowns against Minnesota in Week 4. Kirtz will have a tough matchup when he faces a tough Maryland secondary Week 9.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Expected to be ready for 2022 Coach Pat Fitzgerald said that he expects Kirtz (undisclosed) to be ready for the 2022 season, Bradley Locker of Inside NU reports.

Impact Kirtz suffered an undisclosed injury early in the 2021 season and did not return. Kirtz will be hoping to have more of an impact in the rotation.

MARCH 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with undisclosed injury Kirtz left Saturday's win over Indiana State in the second quarter and did not return due to an undisclosed injury, WildcatReport reports.

Impact Head coach Pat Fitzgerald downplayed the injury after the game saying Kirtz felt better, but we'll have to see if he's able to practice this week. Kirtz had one reception for 13 yards before departing.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in receiving Kirtz compiled seven receptions for 80 yards in the opener versus Michigan State.

Impact Kirtz was viewed as a top-three wideout entering the season and did nothing to disprove that in the opener. Look for the sophomore to continue to be involved in what looked like a solid passing attack Friday.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Viewed as top three receiver Kirtz is viewed as one of Northwestern's top three receivers, the Daily Northwestern reports.

Impact Kirtz played with starting quarterback Hunter Johnson in high school, so he could get off to a quick start to the season. Kirtz had six receptions in four games last season as a redshirt freshman. Stephon Robinson Jr. and Malik Washington are viewed as the top two starters. JJ Jefferson and Berkeley Holman could be large factors as well as Northwestern's offense could be in flux early in the season with several new starters.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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