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Northwestern Settles Hazing Claims with Ex-Players

4/8/2025

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Northwestern University has settled with former football players over disturbing hazing allegations that spanned nearly two decades, involving forced participation and sexual acts. This agreement addresses their claims against the university and former coach Pat Fitzgerald, who is still pursuing a $130 million wrongful termination lawsuit.

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Northwestern University has settled with former football players over disturbing hazing allegations that spanned nearly two decades, involving forced participation and sexual acts. This agreement addresses their claims against the university and former coach Pat Fitzgerald, who is still pursuing a $130 million wrongful termination lawsuit.