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Emmett Johnson ran for two touchdowns, Dylan Raiola threw for two scores and Nebraska posted its second straight blowout, rolling past Houston Christian 59-7 on Saturday in Lincoln, Neb.

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.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 12

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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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 8

Carriker Chronicles: How Good Is Nebraska?

Adam Carriker breaks down just how good Nebraska is or is not, and if this will be the best Husker football team since 2016. Learn the truth about Dylan Raiola’s QB play, how good Emmett Johnson might be, if Nebraska’s wide receivers are elite, who the best tight end is and an honest evaluation of the offensive line.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 7

Huskers Analytics Review: An All-Time Performance vs. Akron

Nebraska’s win against Akron is precisely what the doctor ordered. The offensive line opened massive running lanes for Emmett Johnson early, and Dylan Raiola hit wide receivers all over the field.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 7

The Turning Point: Nebraska Football vs. Akron

The average number of plays in a given college football game is 180. Each snap brings an opportunity, but each one is not held equal. One snap every game creates one play made by one or a slew of players, affecting the rest of the contest.

College Football News / Big Ten Network / September 6

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College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 4

Analytics Preview: Nebraska Cornhuskers vs the Akron Zips

For the first time since 2018, the Akron Zips will travel to Lincoln to take on the Nebraska Cornhuskers. However, this will be just the first time the teams have played since 1997, after the weather cancelled Scott Frost’s debut and perhaps altered the trajectory of Nebraska football for years to come.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 3

Carriker Chronicles: Emmett Johnson Is Bullish on Nebraska's Offense

In this exclusive interview with Adam Carriker, running back Emmett Johnson talks about Nebraska's rush offense and says the the sky is the limit. He says that we will see more explosive plays from Nebraska's offense in the future and that fans need to get their popcorn ready!

College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 2

A New Bell Cow Back in the Beef State

The Nebraska running back is one of the most iconic positions in college football. Legends like Mike Rozier, Lawrence Phillips, Ahman Green, and Ameer Abdullah have all lined up in the backfield for the Huskers over the years.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 1

Expect Huskers' Emmett Johnson to Get Bulk of Carries, But Also Get a Breather

Twenty-five times Nebraska junior running back Emmett Johnson ran the ball against Cincinnati on Thursday night. Twenty-five teams he plowed forward against a Cincinnati defense geared to stop him.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / August 29

Emmett Johnson Follows Nebraska's Win by Asking for Prayers for Minneapolis

The Nebraska Cornhuskers opened their 2025 football season with grit and a dash of inspiration, walking out of Arrowhead Stadium with a thrilling 20-17 win over Cincinnati.

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College Football News / Field Level Media / August 29

Nebraska holds off Cincinnati thanks to late interception

Malcolm Hartzog Jr. made an acrobatic one-hand interception in the end zone with 34 seconds remaining, sealing Nebraska's 20-17 win over Cincinnati on Thursday in Kansas City.

College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / August 27

Analytics Preview: Nebraska vs Cincinnati in Kansas City

With Matt Rhule entering Year 3, the Huskers have big expectations. Rhule’s teams have broken out during year three at Temple and Baylor, and Nebraska gets an opportunity on the national stage to show they’re ready for the same treatment.

College Football News / Hurrdat Sports / August 21

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Nebraska Cornhusker Emmett Johnson (21) runs with the ball during football practice on Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025 in Lincoln, Nebraska. Photo by John S. Peterson.

College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / July 29

Emmett Johnson Discusses Lead Back Role, Chasing Ameer Abdullah

LINCOLN—Emmett Johnson isn't shying away from the expectations for him this fall. The junior running back for Nebraska is expected to not only be the starter, but also be a workhorse out of the backfield.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / July 27

Emmett Johnson Set to Break Out as Nebraska’s Workhorse in 2025

After a promising 2024 season that saw him lead Nebraska in all-purpose yards despite splitting carries, running back Emmett Johnson is primed to explode onto the national scene in 2025.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / July 2

Why Emmett Johnson Deserves Your Full Attention

You won’t find Emmett Johnson on many preseason All-Big Ten lists. You probably won’t hear his name mentioned in national conversations about top returning backs.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / June 1

What Kind of Impact Could Dana Holgorsen Have on Emmett Johnson, Nebraska's Entire Offense in 2025?

On this week's edition of the Saturday Morning Coffee Show, Josh Peterson and Jack Mitchell took a look at Josh's recent HuskerMax column on reasons to be excited about the Cornhuskers in 2025.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 16

Report: Another Husker enters transfer portal

Another Nebraska Cornhusker is reportedly entering the transfer portal. According to On3 Sports, sophomore running back Dante Dowdell is looking for a new school after just one year with the Scarlet and Cream.

College Football News / Minnesota Golden Gophers on SI / December 6

Will the Gophers try to lure Nebraska running back home to Minnesota?

The 2021 Mr. Football winner in Minnesota intends to enter the transfer portal and he could be an ideal fit with the Golden Gophers. Emmett Johnson, a sophomore running back who has two years of eligibility remaining, announced his plan to enter the portal on Thursday.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Husker Big Red / August 16, 2024

Nebraska football RB Dante Dowdell is making his move

Running back is one of the most intriguing positions on the Nebraska football offense. You have four guys who seem capable of being the starter and leading the team in rushing.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Husker Big Red / April 23, 2024

Nebraska Football: Emmett Johnson taking 'second step' in development

Nebraska football running back Emmett Johnson is continuing to impress the coaching staff, after having a solid and to the 2023 season. It seems as though he is picking up right where he left off last year, and running backs coach E.J.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / February 26, 2024

Nebraska football’s Emmett Johnson jumps over Matt Rhule during Slam Dunk Contest

Some Nebraska football players had a little fun on the basketball court on Sunday, with a number of Matt Rhule’s players joining in a slam dunk contest during halftime of the hoops game between the Cornhuskers and the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Pinnacle Bank Arena.