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Millitart Appreciatin Night during a college volleyball match between Nebraska and Illinois on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, in Lincoln, Neb. Photo by John S.

Volleyball News / Hurrdat Sports / November 12

No. 1 Nebraska Volleyball Clinches Big Ten Title Outright with 3-0 Win Over No. 25 Illinois

A late first-set rally and a dominant third-set finish powered No. 1 Nebraska to a sweep over No. 25 Illinois in the Huskers’ return to the Devaney Center following two weeks on the road.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / November 11

Where Football Polls and Metrics Have Nebraska Placed Going Into Week 11

Nebraska dropped its fourth consecutive game on Friday night and, no surprise, the polls and rankings reacted accordingly. For the Huskers, who need to win one of their final three games to become bowl eligible, this season of great promise and expectations after a 5-0 start has come down to beating either Rutgers, Ohio State or Iowa.

No. 1 Nebraska Volleyball vs. No. 25 Illinois & Iowa: Previews, Breakdowns

No team could stand in the way of the No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team clinching its fourth consecutive Big Ten title. Wrapping up their four-match road trip in the Pacific Northwest, the Huskers strangled No.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / November 10

Three Instant Reactions to Nebraska's 76-35 Thrashing of North Carolina A&T

No. 25 Nebraska women's basketball improves to 3-0 following a third-straight 25+ point victory. The 76-35 win over the North Carolina A&T Aggies marks their fourth straight perfect start after three games and their eighth under head coach Amy Williams.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / November 10

Nebraska Women's Basketball Handles North Carolina A&T

LINCOLN — Nebraska women's basketball is still perfect. The No. 25 Huskers got up early and never let the Aggies of North Carolina A&T back into it, cruising to a 76-35 victory.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / November 10

'There Are Some Jobs That Are Tough to Beat': Rob Aurich Discusses Nebraska Contract Extension

Rob Aurich is exactly the kind of guy Nebraska needs. Matt Rhule knows it, too. With offseason coaching carousel conversations beginning to take shape, the fourth-year head coach moved to secure Aurich's future in Lincoln by reworking his previous deal.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / November 10

Nebraska Interim Offensive Coordinator Glenn Thomas Says He's Ready to Call Plays vs. Rutgers

Glenn Thomas has done this before. In fact, Nebraska's interim offensive coordinator has even done so under Matt Rhule. So, with a trip to Piscataway, New Jersey, looming for the Big Red, Thomas and the rest of the Huskers' offense are focused on what lies ahead rather than what's happened in the past.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / November 10

Nebraska Men’s Basketball Gets Early-Season Love in Polls and Rankings

Nebraska men’s basketball not only was ranked in the first regular-season Associated Press Top 25 Poll, but the Huskers were highly regarded in other rankings and polls.

Fred Hoiberg News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / November 9

Nebraska Basketball Coach Fred Hoiberg Isn't Worried About the AP Poll

Nebraska is ranked, but Husker basketball coach Fred Hoiberg couldn't care less. His focus is on finding ways for his team to improve. While the Huskers appeared to take another step forward Saturday night with a nine-point win over Providence, "The Mayor" knows there's still plenty of work to be done.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / November 9

'I Don't Think the Offense is Broken': Matt Rhule Discusses Dana Holgorsen's Dismissal, Glenn Thomas' Promotion

Matt Rhule doesn't think Nebraska's offense is broken, and I believe he's right. I mean, there's no other explanation for how the Huskers' offense could look as buttoned up as it has at times without doing something right.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / November 9

Nebraska Women's Basketball Moves into AP Top 25

Nebraska women's basketball is red hot to start the 2026-2027 season, and their efforts have earned them a No. 25 ranking in Monday's AP poll. The Huskers are 2-0 to start the year with dominant wins over San Jose State (81-54) and Western Illinois (98-35).

College Basketball News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / November 9

Nebraska Men's Basketball Returns to AP Top 25

It's official: The Huskers are a ranked team. After opening the 2026-27 season with wins over Le Moyne and Providence, Nebraska basketball has returned to the AP Top 25.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / November 9

Nebraska Extends Defensive Coordinator Rob Aurich's Contract by Two Years

Amid uncertainty, Husker Nation finally got some good news. First-year defensive coordinator Rob Aurich has signed a contract extension that will keep him in Lincoln through 2030, head coach Matt Rhule announced.

Matt Rhule News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / November 9

Nebraska Football Loses Again, and the Wheels Are Coming Off the Matt Rhule Era

Nebraska fell to Illinois 24-13 on Friday night, its fourth consecutive defeat after a promising 5-0 start. The Huskers delivered a sloppy, uninspired performance filled with drive-killing penalties, missed field goals, questionable play calls, and an offense that once again couldn't get out of its own way.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Hurrdat Sports / November 8

No. 1 Nebraska Volleyball Clinches Share of Big Ten Title with Pacific Northwest Sweep

No. 1 Nebraska picked up its second top-20 win in a 22-hour span and clinched at least a share of the Big Ten regular season title with a sweep at No. 8 Washington Sunday evening.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / November 8

Husker Doc Talk: Holgorsen is Out. Does Matt Rhule Survive?

Matt Rhule is trying to save his job. After another disappointing loss, the Huskers' fourth straight setback, Rhule makes his first survival move, firing offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen.

Matt Rhule News / HITC / November 8

Nebraska HC Matt Rhule has suffered losing streak since appearing on HBO hit Lanterns

Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule made an appearance as himself on HBO and DC Studios’ show Lanterns last month, but his record since then hasn’t been great.

Matt Rhule News / EssentiallySports / November 7

Matt Rhule’s Nebraska Announces Major Coaching Change After Four Straight Losses: 'I am Angry'

Nebraska tried changing the view from which its offense was being run. Dana Holgorsen moved upstairs to the coaches’ box for Friday night’s game against Illinois, hoping a quieter setting might help him find answers.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / November 7