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In a World of Teams Opting Out, Matt Rhule Appreciates What Bowls Provide

LINCOLN—Maybe it's the program builder in Matt Rhule, but bowl games are an important part of the puzzle for the Nebraska head coach. But several programs are looking at December and deciding to take an early break after the season, despite having earned the right to play in a game and practice 15 more times than non-bowl programs.

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Watch: Wisconsin at Nebraska | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Men's Basketball | 12/10/2025

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Nebraska Running Back Emmett Johnson Earns Multiple First-Team All-America Honors

Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson added multiple other major accolades to his 2025 campaign on Wednesday, earning a spot on both the CBS Sports and On3 All-America First-Team lists.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Big Ten Network / December 9

Watch: Nebraska-Omaha at Nebraska | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Women's Basketball | 12/09/2025

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Nebraska Cornerback Andrew Marshall has Inside Scoop on New Defensive Coordinator

Nebraska cornerback Andrew Marshall has the intelligence on new defensive coordinator Rob Aurich. Marshall played at Idaho in 2023 as a freshman under Rob Aurich, who was hired by Nebraska this week.

Luke Lindenmeyer News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 9

Nebraska Tight End Luke Lindenmeyer Sees Las Vegas Bowl as Defining Stage for Huskers

Nebraska tight end Luke Lindenmeyer stepped to the podium this week with a clear-eyed view of what lies ahead. As the Huskers prepare for their bowl matchup against a No.15-ranked Utah opponent, Lindenmeyer framed the contest as both a formidable challenge and a valuable opportunity.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 9

Nebraska’s Recruiting Radar Locks on 2027 Three-Star Offensive Tackle

Nebraska’s recruiting radar has already begun scanning the future, and one of the early names drawing attention is 2027 offensive tackle Braylin Mills.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Yardbarker / December 9

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?

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Matt Rhule News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 9

Elijah Robinson a Name to Watch After Nebraska Fires Defensive Line Coach Terry Bradden

After Nebraska hired new defensive coordinator Rob Aurich away from San Diego State, it became clear Matt Rhule wasn’t done reshaping his staff. That continued

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Hurrdat Sports / December 9

Confident Luke Sorensen Set to Join Nebraska Football

Luke Sorensen is officially a Husker and will join the program in 2026 after sending in his paperwork in on the first day of the signing period. The 2026 tight end hails from Anaheim, California, and is joining the Huskers after committing in June.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 8

Nebraska Freshman Running Back to Enter the Transfer Portal

Nebraska's second transfer portal exit of the cycle is here. Freshman Jamarion Parker will enter the transfer portal when it opens next month. Parker confirmed the news on social media Monday evening, saying, "God plans ".

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 8

Both Nebraska Basketball Teams Enter Top-25 Rankings

Nebraska basketball is experiencing a December to remember, as both the Husker men’s and women’s programs entered the Associated Press Top 25 this week while carrying matching 9-0 records.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 8

1890 Nebraska, NIL Arm of Husker Athletics, to Shut Down

The ever-shifting landscape of collegiate athletics is on the move again in Nebraska. 1890 Nebraska, which has operated as the main NIL arm of Husker Athletics for the past few years, is officially shutting down.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 8

Nebraska’s Hard-Nosed Defense Shut Down Rival Creighton

The final score tells you Nebraska played sticky, physical defense against rival Creighton. Same with Creighton’s putrid shooting statistics. What Nebraska 71, Creighton 50 doesn’t show you is how the aggressive Huskers got after the Bluejays.

Adam Carriker News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 8

Adam Carriker's Gut Reaction: Nebraska's New Defensive Coordinator

Adam Carriker’s gives his gut reaction to Matt Rhule's hiring of Rob Aurich as Nebraska football's new defensive coordinator. Carriker dives into why Nebraska hired him and whether Husker fans should be excited or not.

College Basketball News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 8

Huskers Humble Creighton in 71-50 Rout, Credit Defense for 9-0 Start

For the second time this season, the Nebraska men’s basketball team held an opponent to just 50 points, and it’s the third time this year if you count the team’s exhibition game against Midland University.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Big Ten Network / December 7

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College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 7

Husker Doc Talk: Welcome, Geep Wade

Nebraska football coach Matt Rhule continues to make changes. First, he fired offensive line coach Donavan Raiola. He wasted no time in naming his replacement, Geep Wade from Georgia Tech.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 7

Nebraska's Dasan McCullough Declares for NFL Draft

Nebraska learned more than its bowl destination this weekend, as along with the announcement that the Huskers will face Utah in the Las Vegas Bowl on Dec.

Volleyball News / Hurrdat Sports / December 7

Nebraska Sweeps Kansas State To Move On To Regionals | Photos

No. 1 Nebraska volleyball punched its ticket to the Sweet 16 with a 3-0 win over Kansas State at the Devaney Center on Saturday night. Andi Jackson led Nebraska’s attack with 10 kills on .533 hitting, but it was the defense that shined brightest with both libero Laney Choboy and defensive specialist Olivia Mauch recording double-digit digs.

Watch: Nebraska at Penn State | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Women's Basketball | 12/06/2025

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Hurrdat Sports / December 6

Nebraska Volleyball Sweeps Long Island | Photos

Nebraska Cornhusker fans make their way to the Bob Devaney Sports Center to watch the Huskers take on the LIU Sharks during the first round of NCAA volleyball tournament on Friday, Dec.

Fred Hoiberg News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 6

Fred Hoiberg Previews Creighton Rivalry Game as Nebraska Aims to Protect Perfect Start

Nebraska men’s basketball enters its biggest test of the season this week, and Fred Hoiberg made one thing clear during his media availability: everything about Sunday’s in-state showdown with Creighton demands Nebraska’s best.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Yardbarker / December 3

Matt Rhule is talking like Dylan Raiola has a future at Nebraska

Nebraska would be wise to expect Raiola or his representation to at least field some calls to gauge his interest in leaving Lincoln, but it's more than notable that head coach Matt Rhule is talking like he expects the former five-star recruit to come back for his junior season.

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Nebraska Cornhuskers News / New Baseball Media / November 30

2025 Fall College Baseball Reset: Nebraska

The 2025 Nebraska Cornhuskers made the postseason after winning their conference championship. Nebraska had to navigate some turbulence on the pitching staff and went 15-15 in the Big 10, before a perfect 4-0 in the Big 10 tournament to secure a spot.