Nebraska Cornhuskers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

ESPN Writers Project Nebraska Will Play in Music City Bowl or Las Vegas Bowl

Last season, on the morning of Nov. 23, Nebraska was not bowl eligible. The Huskers were 5-5, and riding a troubling, four-game losing streak. Nebraska needed a victory that afternoon over visiting Wisconsin, or the following week over Iowa, to qualify for its first bowl appearance since 2016.

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Nebraska Volleyball vs Utah Photos | 09/12/2025

Nebraska Cornhuskers Olivia Mauch (10), Laney Choboy (6), and Maisie Boesiger (7) huddle up before warm-up during a college volleyball match against the Utah Utes on Friday, September 12, 2025, in Lincoln, NE.

Volleyball News / Hurrdat Sports / September 12

No. 1 Nebraska Volleyball Ratchets Up Service Pressure to Beat No. 22 Utah

No. 1 Nebraska ratcheted up its serving pressure to take down No. 22 Utah in four sets on Friday night. The Cornhuskers (7-0) dropped the first set but dominated the last three to beat the Utes 21-25, 25-8, 25-18, 25-13 during the Husker Invitational at the Devaney Center.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 12

Say a Prayer for Houston Christian!

The Nebraska Cornhuskers (2–0) return to Memorial Stadium on Saturday morning for a nononference matchup against Houston Christian (1–1). While the SMQ team is ambivalent about the decision to schedule an FCS football team in Week 3, it does represent a nice payday for the Huskies.

Matt Rhule News / Sporting News / September 12

Nebraska head football coach Matt Rhule celebrates major NCAA Transfer Portal change

Nebraska's Matt Rhule was not afraid to voice his opinions regarding the latest change to the NCAA Transfer Portal. The Cornhuskers are off to a fast start as Big Ten play looms.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 12

Three Reasons Why Nebraska Will Win; Three Reasons Why Nebraska Will Lose vs. Houston Christian

Nebraska enjoys its second consecutive game against an inferior opponent when it plays FCS Houston Christian on Saturday. The Huskers are 2-0 after bullying Akron, 68-0, last week.

Malcolm Hartzog News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 12

What Malcom Hartzog's Questionable Tag Means for Saturday

Nebraska's defense has been a major story through the first two weeks of the season, and a key piece of that unit, defensive back Malcolm Hartzog Jr., is now listed as questionable for Saturday's game.

Nebraska Volleyball in the Husker Invitational: Preview, Breakdown

The Nebraska Volleyball machine continues to run at full pace. The No. 1 Huskers had no problem in its annual Ameritas Players Challenge at home, sweeping both Wright State and California in dominant showings.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Yardbarker

The 25 best players in Nebraska football history

Nebraska might be the one school that is best known for producing some of the greatest linemen -- on both sides of the ball -- in college football history.

College Football News / Sporting News / September 11

Nebraska's Matt Rhule reveals true feelings on Dylan Raiola's play

The Huskers are rolling before Big Ten play.

College Football News / Hurrdat Sports / September 11

Nebraska Football Can’t Let Up, Regardless of Opponent

Former Husker Mickey Joseph, now the head football coach at Grambling State, included in his comments before his team’s game at Ohio State last Saturday the fact that among reasons for scheduling the game was the money Grambling State, an FCS program, would receive.

Emmett Johnson News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 11

Backfield Depth Test: Who Emerges Behind Emmett Johnson?

The college football season is in full swing, and every team is facing a test of depth. For the Nebraska Cornhuskers, a program built on the foundation of a strong rushing attack, the question isn't just about their starting running back, Emmett Johnson, but about who will emerge behind him.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 11

Adam Carriker Talks Nebraska Football’s Young Talent & Potential for 9-Win Season

Adam Carriker joins the Common Fans to discuss the wins over Akron and Cincinnati and the road ahead for the Big Red. Matt Rhule’s fiery halftime speech and what it indicates about Rhule as a head coach. How critical it was for Nebraska to get the W over Cincinnati.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 11

'It's Time To Go Take Advantage' Of Schedule: ESPN's Max Olson On Nebraska

On this week's I-80 Football Show, ESPN.com's Max Olson joined Josh Peterson for a look at the sport of college football, including a dive into what Max has seen in the early part of the season from Nebraska.

Luke Lindenmeyer News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 10

Carriker Chronicles: Tight End Luke Lindenmeyer on Nebraska's Season and More

Today’s show is a loaded two-part show. The first part features an exclusive interview with Nebraska's starting tight end, Luke Lindenmeyer, who discusses getting engaged in Memorial Stadium, his journey from walk-on to starting tight end, and what Nebraska needs to do in order to be successful against Michigan and other Big Ten teams soon.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 10

PFF Grades and Snap Counts from Nebraska's 68–0 Win Over Akron: Offense

Nebraska’s offense erupted for 68 points and 728 yards against Akron, the eighth-highest total in program history and the most in over a decade. While the scoreboard leaves little to question, how did each player grade out on their respective snap counts?

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 10