Nebraska Cornhuskers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Mekhi Nelson News / Hurrdat Sports / October 27

Newborn Son Providing Added Motivation for Nebraska Football Running Back Mekhi Nelson

Mekhi Nelson’s always given football his all, but he’s got another reason to compete for Nebraska this season. The junior running back and his girlfriend welcomed their first child, a son, in September.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 27

Nebraska Unveils Blackshirts Logo for Midfield in Blackout Game vs. Washington

Nebraska is dressing up for Halloween. The Huskers announced Monday what the field will look like when Washington comes to Memorial Stadium on Saturday night for the program’s second annual blackout game, and the midfield will feature the famous Blackshirts logo.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 26

Breaking Down Nebraska Football's Concerns on Offense

Nebraska's offense has shown flashes of being really good this season, but there's one big problem. The Huskers haven't been able to do it consistently.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 26

Clester Johnson Believes Nebraska Football is Closer Than You Think

The Huskers had a bye week, but there was still plenty to talk about, and this week the Common Fans welcomed back former Husker national champion Clester Johnson for a wide-ranging conversation about Matt Rhule, Nebraska's heartbreaking losses to Indiana and Oregon, and what it will take for the program to finally get over the hump.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 25

The Truth on Nebraska's Football Season from Brett Ciancia of Pick Six Previews

Nebraska football is sitting at 5-2, but just how good are the Huskers? Adam Carriker welcomes Brett Ciancia of Pick Six Previews to the Carriker Chronicles to take a closer look at Matt Rhule's team, what's gone right, what still needs work, and what fans should expect over the final five games of the season.

Anthony Colandrea News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 24

How Much Should Nebraska Pay to Keep Anthony Colandrea?

Nebraska has a multimillion-dollar question on its hands, and it comes in the form of a 6-foot, 200-pound quarterback from St. Petersburg, Florida. The Cornhuskers (5-2, 2-2 Big Ten) are in the midst of a much-needed bye week, but there's no time off for general manager Pat Stewart and his staff.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 24

Nebraska Reportedly Spends Between $10 Million and $12 Million on Men’s Basketball

Nebraska spends an estimated $10 million to $12 million on its men’s basketball roster, according to an extensive, nationwide reporting project by CBS Sports.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Hurrdat Sports / October 23

Nebraska Womens Basketball Beats Wayne State 90-41 | Photo Gallery

Nebraska Cornhuskers line up for the National Anthem before taking on the Wayne State Wildcats during a college basketball game on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, in Lincoln, Neb.

College Volleyball News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 23

No. 1 Nebraska Volleyball vs. USC: Preview, Breakdown, Where To Watch

The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team didn't allow for UCLA to snap any of the Huskers' streaks Thursday night in Lincoln. In 2025, it was the Bruins who ended the Huskers' run of 48 consecutive sets won and 15-straight sweeps when they took down NU 25-19 in the third set of an eventual Nebraska 3-1 victory.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 23

Dave Feit’s Nebraska Football Midseason Position Group Grades

With Nebraska’s 2026 season halfway completed, it is time to hand out midseason-ish* grades to the nine primary position groups on the team. *Yes, the actual halfway point of the regular season was before the Oregon game.

College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 21

Where Football Polls and Metrics Have Nebraska Placed Going Into Week 8

It seemed obvious that Nebraska would drop in the seven polls and rankings we monitor after its second consecutive rough loss, this time to Oregon, 20-17, on Saturday night.

Matt Rhule News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 20

Dr. Jeffrey Gold on Husker Football, Volleyball, Troy Dannen and Matt Rhule

Dr. Jeffrey Gold, the University of Nebraska System president, joined Adam Carriker on the Carriker Chronicles for a wide-ranging conversation about Husker football, the future of college athletics, NIL, leadership and what it takes to build a winning culture.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 20

Three Things Andrew Marshall's Midseason All-America Recognition Does for Nebraska

A week ago, I dubbed Andrew Marshall a potential first-round NFL Draft pick. Now, the Nebraska defensive back has earned midseason All-America honors from multiple outlets.

College Volleyball News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 20

No. 1 Nebraska Volleyball vs. UCLA: Preview, Breakdown

You know you’re witnessing greatness when the biggest storyline from a win is finally dropping a set eight matches into Big Ten play. That's exactly what happend with the No.

College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 19

SMQ: Seven Minutes From 7-0. Somehow, Nebraska Is 5-2.

Seven minutes from 7-0. That was SMQ's assessment after Nebraska’s 17-14 loss at Oregon, and it pretty much wrecked any chance of a calm postgame discussion.

Matt Rhule News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 19

'Two Plays Away from Being a Top 10 Team': Matt Rhule Addresses Nebraska's Back-to-Back Losses

Coming off consecutive losses, Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule has plenty to reflect on during the bye week. Meeting with the media Monday, Rhule made it clear that two things can be true at once: Nebraska is a good team, and it hasn't made the plays necessary to win.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / October 17

Three Bold Predictions for Oregon Ducks vs. Nebraska Cornhuskers

Oregon (3-2, 1-1 Big Ten) enters Saturday’s showdown against Nebraska (5-1, 2-1 Big Ten) needing to rebound after its upset loss to then-No. 21 UCLA. Standing in the Ducks’ way, however, are the Cornhuskers, who are looking to deal coach Dan Lanning’s squad its second straight home loss for the first time since 2016.

College Basketball News / Busting Brackets / October 16

2026-2027 Encore! Three questions for the Nebraska Huskers

The 2026-2027 season is underway, and while the games don’t currently count, there are still games for all of us to overreact to and overanalyze. Nebraska

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Volleyball On SI / October 13

'Six Rotations': The Nebraska Cornhuskers Lead the Charge into Spooky Season

Every week until a champion is crowned, the YouTube show "Six Rotations" will be available here, with a brief rundown of the episode and the top upcoming matches around the country.

Volleyball News / Volleyball On SI / October 12

Nebraska Volleyball’s Littles Make Big Statement Against Wisconsin

The No. 1 Nebraska Cornhuskers welcomed the No. 7 Wisconsin Badgers Saturday night for a prime time showdown. The teams are, historically, two of the best not only in the conference (between them, they have accounted for 10 Big Ten championships since Nebraska joined in 2011) but in the country.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Volleyball On SI / October 10

Nebraska Volleyball and Football Share the National Spotlight in FOX Doubleheader

For the first time ever, Fox will broadcast a football-volleyball doubleheader from the same campus. A All four teams have perfect conference records and will be competing for the top spot in the Big Ten.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 7