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College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 5

Huskers’ Jacory Barney Jr. Sparks Nebraska Comeback Over Michigan State

After the floodgates opened and Nebraska scored 24 consecutive points and all was right in Husker world, it felt like ancient history that Michigan State had taken the lead in the third quarter.

College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / October 5
Happy Birthday, Mike Ekeler: Special Teams Shine in Huskers' Win

Happy Birthday, Mike Ekeler: Special Teams Shine in Huskers' Win

Back in August, Nebraska special teams coordinator Mike Ekeler wasn't shy about how his unit was going to play this season. "We're going to be aggressive," Ekeler said during fall camp.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 22

Wide Receivers & Tight Ends: Who Stepped Up, Who Didn’t for Nebraska

Nebraska’s (3-1, 0-1 Big Ten) aerial attack faced a critical test in its latest outing against No. 21 Michigan (3-1, 1-0 Big Ten). While a few wide receivers and tight ends stepped up with timely catches and crisp route execution, others struggled to find separation or make the most of their opportunities.

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Given the year, team and position, how many of these first-year defensive standouts since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

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College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 9

'Gotta Take One of Those to the Crib': Barney Recaps Career Night Against Akron

If Jacory Barney Jr. can post 132 receiving yards and 87 punt return yards while banged up, Akron should be thankful they didn't find out what could happen when he’s fully healthy.

College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / July 31

Nebraska's Jacory Barney Jr. Named to Paul Hornung Award Watch List

Nebraska wide receiver Jacory Barney Jr. has been recognized as one of the most versatile players in college football, landing on the preseason watch list for the 2025 Paul Hornung Award.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / July 31
Jacory Barney Jr. Sets Bold Goal: 'I’m Going to Lead the Nation in Punt Returns This Year'

Jacory Barney Jr. Sets Bold Goal: 'I’m Going to Lead the Nation in Punt Returns This Year'

After Nebraska wrapped up its fourth day of fall camp, sophomore wide receiver Jacory Barney Jr. met with reporters and wasted no time setting the tone for his second season in Lincoln, aiming sky-high, nonetheless.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / July 3

Will Jacory Barney, Mike Ekeler Make Nebraska Electric on Punt Returns Again?

It’s been a long time since Nebraska fans held their breath, in a good way, when the punt return unit took the field. But with sophomore speedster Jacory Barney Jr.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / June 27

Don’t Forget About Nebraska Wide Receiver Jacory Barney Jr.

After a busy offseason of transfer portal additions following Nebraska’s Pinstripe Bowl win over Boston College, fans and media alike are buzzing about what could be in store for 2025.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / November 25

Nebraska Football's Jacory Barney Jr. Earns Big Ten Weekly Honor

A talented freshman shined for Nebraska football Saturday and received conference-wide acclaim Monday for his performance against Wisconsin. Two days after the Huskers' 44-25 triumph over the Badgers in Memorial Stadium, receiver Jacory Barney Jr.

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