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The Value of One More Football Game

The Value of One More Football Game

For seven seasons, Nebraska toiled as a program, spending December and January watching everyone else go bowling while it wondered why it couldn’t come away with a one-possession win — or several — to qualify.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 31
Ball-Hawk Safety to Enter Transfer Portal after Coach Takes Nebraska Job

Ball-Hawk Safety to Enter Transfer Portal after Coach Takes Nebraska Job

As we welcome in the New Year, so too shall Nebraska's staff soon welcome in a new wave of transfer portal additions, and last night's news could signal a potential target on the defensive side of the ball.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 31

Jabari Watkins Reveals Honest Reason for Why He Decommitted From Nebraska

The Nebraska Cornhuskers have done a good job so far when it comes to the recruiting scene in the 2027 recruiting class, as they are off to what is considered to be a much better start than they were with the 2026 cycle.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Hurrdat Sports / December 31

Nebraska Men’s Basketball Finishes Nonconference Unbeaten After 86-55 Win Over New Hampshire

It was another slow start in a buy game for Nebraska men’s basketball in an 86-55 win over New Hampshire Tuesday night in Lincoln. The Huskers trailed four-win New Hampshire 25-20 with 8:54 left in the first half.

College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 30

Mike Ekeler on Bowl Prep, Special Teams Growth & Coaching Defensive Ends

Mike Ekeler is and always will be a ball of energy, and as he gets prepared to help Nebraska play Utah tomorrow afternoon, his enthusiasm shifts over to the defense as well.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 30
2027 4-Star Offensive Lineman Includes Nebraska in Top Schools List

2027 4-Star Offensive Lineman Includes Nebraska in Top Schools List

Nebraska football is continuing its aggressive expansion into the Southeast, and the latest target in the crosshairs is 2027 four-star offensive lineman Nate Carson.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 30

2027 4-Star Defensive Lineman Nearing Decision as Nebraska Stays in the Hunt

The recruitment of 2027 four-star defensive lineman Zane Rowe is entering its most pivotal stretch yet. After emerging as one of the early headliners in his class, Rowe is now just weeks away from announcing his college decision, and the programs in pursuit are making their final pushes.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 30
Bowl Games Don't Matter Anymore but the Vegas Bowl Matters to Nebraska Football - Here's Why

Bowl Games Don't Matter Anymore but the Vegas Bowl Matters to Nebraska Football - Here's Why

In the ever-evolving landscape of college football, bowl games once stood as the crowning achievement of a successful season, a reward for hard-fought victories and a chance to shine on a national stage.

DeShon Singleton News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 30

Nebraska Football Loses Safety DeShon Singleton for Las Vegas Bowl

DeShon Singleton's Nebraska football career comes to a quiet end before his final game. The Huskers' senior safety will miss the SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl due to an injury, as Nebraska interim defensive coordinator Phil Snow confirmed during Monday's press conference.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 30
Can Nebraska Finally Beat a Ranked Team?

Can Nebraska Finally Beat a Ranked Team?

It’s the most talked-about stat of the 2025 Nebraska football season, and for at least a few more days, that’s not going to change. Nebraska, which was ranked itself this season, hasn’t beaten a nationally-ranked team since September 17, 2016.

College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 30

HuskerMax Staff Predicts a Nebraska Double-Digit Loss to End the 2025 Season

Despite what was a rotten finish to the regular season with consecutive blowout losses to Penn State and Iowa, the Nebraska football team enters New Year's Eve with one last opportunity to change the narrative and go into the offseason on a positive note.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 29
Nebraska Quarterback TJ Lateef Might Be Playing for his Huskers’ Future in Bowl Game

Nebraska Quarterback TJ Lateef Might Be Playing for his Huskers’ Future in Bowl Game

Nebraska’s bowl game will be recorded in the ledgers, blogs and record books as part of the 2025 season. But make no mistake: It’s the first game of the Huskers’ 2026 season.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 28

Nebraska Looks for Answers at Linebacker

The Las Vegas Bowl offers a spotlight for Nebraska players looking to further cement themselves with the current coaching staff or showcase their abilities for future ones, potentially in the transfer portal.

College Basketball (W) News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 28

Preview: No. 20 Nebraska Women's Basketball vs. No. 17 USC with Breakdown

The 2025 non-conference slate didn't turn out to be a problem for the No. 20 Nebraska women's basketball team, which ran all over Cal Baptist for a 32-point fourth to claim its eighth victory of 30 or more points this season.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 27
Nebraska Coach Matt Rhule Says TJ Lateef is 'Going to Play Great' in Bowl Game

Nebraska Coach Matt Rhule Says TJ Lateef is 'Going to Play Great' in Bowl Game

Something that might have been overlooked in the aftermath of Nebraska’s devastating, 40-16 loss to Iowa in the season finale was that starting quarterback TJ Lateef suffered a hamstring injury.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 26

Nebraska Football Commit Trae Taylor Gives Back to Children in His Area

One of the core tenets of Nebraska football for many years has been community service. This is exemplified by works like the annual road race and an upcoming food distribution event for the Las Vegas Bowl.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 26

What Nebraska Must Do to Get Better and Stronger in the Trenches

Adam Carriker talks honestly about Nebraska football's trenches. Why did the play along the offensive and defensive lines struggle so much, how does Matt Rhule improve the situation and who should Nebraska target in the transfer portal?

Fred Hoiberg News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 26
Nebraska Men’s Basketball Coach Hoiberg Wants Team Focused on Rebounding, Toughness

Nebraska Men’s Basketball Coach Hoiberg Wants Team Focused on Rebounding, Toughness

Nebraska men’s basketball coach Fred Hoiberg knows what his 12-0 team has accomplished. He’s happy about it. But he also knows what’s out there. And what’s out there is special.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 24

An Early Christmas Gift? A Closer Look at Nebraska Basketball's 24-0 Start

‘Twas the day before Christmas, and all through the capital city, not a loss has been levied, which means the Huskers are sitting pretty. I will try my best to keep the holiday puns to a minimum, but when it comes to the men’s and women’s basketball teams in Lincoln, they may have already received their best gift of the season.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Big Ten Network / December 21
Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Yardbarker / December 16
Former Nebraska captain has strong thoughts on moving on from Dylan Raiola

Former Nebraska captain Will Compton has strong thoughts on moving on from Dylan Raiola

Perhaps the best way to describe Dylan Raiola entering the college football transfer portal and moving on from the Nebraska Cornhuskers is to say that "it is what it is." 

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Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Yardbarker / December 15
Nebraska QB Dylan Raiola to enter transfer portal

Nebraska QB Dylan Raiola to enter transfer portal

Raiola has had ups and downs as a young quarterback in Lincoln, but the talent has always been there.

Florida quarterback DJ Lagway to enter transfer portal
...and Michigan State QB Aidan Chiles will enter transfer portal
Here are the other big-name QBs to know in the transfer portal
Fernando Mendoza’s Indiana teammates had unusual gesture for him
Four bowl games to watch outside the College Football Playoff
Scott Frost News / Larry Brown Sports / December 13
Scott Frost files multimillion-dollar lawsuit against Nebraska

Ex-head coach Scott Frost files multimillion-dollar lawsuit against Nebraska

Former Huskers head football coach Scott Frost has launched a legal battle against the University of Nebraska Board of Regents.

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz
Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Yardbarker / December 9
Matt Rhule stays silent on how firing Donovan Raiola impacts Dylan Raiola's future at Nebraska

Matt Rhule stays silent on how firing Donovan Raiola impacts Dylan Raiola's future at Nebraska

Nebraska is no longer associated with two of the three Raiolas connected to the program. Will the star quarterback follow his family out the door? 

The all-time college football service academy team
The 'College football color teams' quiz
Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Pro Football Rumors / December 5
Top college RB declares for 2026 NFL Draft

Top college RB declares for 2026 NFL Draft

With the college regular season now in the books, some of the country’s best prospects are in line to begin declaring for the upcoming NFL draft. Friday has seen one of the top running backs from this season elect to turn pro.

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