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October 17, 1970 Carson Wentz carries 26 times for 137 yards and a touchdown, and also catches five passes for 65 yards, to help lead Northwestern to a 21-0 victory over Jim Thorpe. The Tigers, coached by Joe Czutno, also receive 83 yards rushing and a TD from Carl Fries. NW quarterback Wade Bittner adds a one-yard scoring run and also completes 6-of-10 passes for 89 yards. On defense, the Tigers receive an interception from Frank Shipman.