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Northwestern Football Career Passing Touchdowns Leaders
Clayton Thorson holds Northwestern's career passing touchdowns record with 61 touchdowns (2015–2018). Brett Basanez (44) and Len Williams (44) round out the top three. 5 of the top 12 played since 2000; the most recent is Clayton Thorson (2015–2018), No. 1 on the list.
Northwestern WildcatsUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Passing Touchdowns |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clayton Thorson | 2015–2018 | 61 |
| 2 | Brett Basanez | 2002–2005 | 44 |
| 2 | Len Williams | 1990–1993 | 44 |
| 4 | C.J. Bachér | 2005–2008 | 43 |
| 5 | Zak Kustok | 1999–2001 | 42 |
| 6 | Dan Persa | 2008–2011 | 34 |
| 7 | Steve Schnur | 1993–1996 | 32 |
| 8 | Trevor Siemian | 2011–2014 | 27 |
| 9 | Mitch Anderson | 1972–1974 | 26 |
| 10 | Maurie Daigneau | 1969–1971 | 23 |
| 10 | Mike Kerrigan | 1978–1981 | 23 |
| 10 | Sandy Schwab | 1982–1985 | 23 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Northwestern only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.