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Dylan Raiola QB Grade: Nebraska vs. Cincinnati

Nebraska opened its season on Thursday night in a high-profile neutral-site showdown with Cincinnati. It was an unforgettable night at Arrowhead Stadium, especially for Husker fans who made the trip to Kansas City.

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Nebraska Volleyball vs. No. 7 Kentucky: Preview, Breakdown

The Nebraska volleyball team has never been afraid of tough non-conference schedules and that hasn’t changed in 2025. Fresh off a trio of dominant wins over No.

Matt Rhule News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / August 29

NU Gets Win #1, Rhule Gets #13

Thursday night, the Nebraska Cornhuskers won their season opener 20-17 over the Cincinnati Bearcats at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. The stadium was jam-packed to the rafters with more than 60,000 rabid red-clad Husker fans making the trip to KC.

Emmett Johnson 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.

Reagan Raabe's Late Goal Pushes Nebraska Soccer Past Weber State

There is nothing quite like late drama in college soccer. Nebraska delivered just that in a nail-biting showdown with Weber State. Fans at Barbara Hibner Stadium were treated to 90 minutes of tension. Why?

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / August 29

One-Score Game Finally Goes in Nebraska’s Favor

One game doesn’t reverse a trend. One game can continue a trend, but one game doesn’t stop it. That said, Nebraska finally was on the right side of a one-score game Thursday night with its tense, 20-17 victory over Cincinnati at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / August 29

How Malcolm Hartzog Jr. Went From Zero to Hero in Five Seconds to Save Nebraska

Nebraska needed a big play. With less than a minute remaining in the fourth quarter, Cincinnati was driving down the field, and a gutwrenching flag flew.

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.

Nebraska Volleyball vs. Lipscomb: Preview, Breakdown

The Nebraska volleyball hype train was chugging along into the 2025 season – and for good reason – but following the Huskers’ dominance at the AVCA First Serve Showcase in Lincoln, it’s more of a hype jet. NU looked unmatched in its four-set win over No.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Hurrdat Sports / August 27

Best Photos of Week August 18th to the 24th | 08/27/2025

Elkhorn North football player lined up for drills during football practice on August 20, 2025, in Elkhorn, Nebraska. Photo by Jack Stevens. An Elkhorn North football player lined up for drills during football practice on August 20, 2025, in Elkhorn, Nebraska.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Hurrdat Sports / August 27

Ravi Lulla’s Four Must-Win Games for Nebraska Football

Hurrdat Sports Live host Ravi Lulla lays out four games he believes Nebraska has to win in 2025—and why each one matters beyond the box score. From the neutral-site opener to rivalry week, his list focuses on tone-setting, response tests and beating the programs Nebraska needs to pass to climb the Big Ten ladder.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Hurrdat Sports / August 27

Ravi Lulla’s Four Must-Win Games for Nebraska Football

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Hurrdat Sports / August 26

2025 Nebraska Football Position Previews: Defensive Back

Nebraska’s defensive backs might be the most intriguing group on the roster this fall, and it starts with the mix: proven starters who’ve played a lot of meaningful snaps alongside young, hungry guys who look ready to push every day.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / August 26

Nebraska Unveils 10 Players Earning Blackshirts Ahead of Season Opener

The tradition of Blackshirts continues at Nebraska as game week arrives. Earlier this week, Matt Rhule and John Butler named 10 players worthy of carrying on the honor, one as deeply ingrained in Husker history as the sellout streak, the tunnel walk, or even the columns of Memorial Stadium itself.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / August 26

Dave Feit's 2025 Nebraska Football Outlook: How Optimistic Should We Be?

In the 21st century, being a Nebraska fan is a lot like being Charlie Brown. Charlie - the eternal cartoon optimist - wants so badly to succeed at sports.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / August 26

Husker Marching Band Powers Game-Day Spirit at Nebraska Football Practice

It started with a beat. Not just any beat, but the thunder of a drumline echoing across Memorial Stadium made them go crazy. They shook players out of their drills and straight into celebration.

Ceyair Wright News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / August 26

Nebraska's Ceyair Wright Offers Glimpse into the Blackshirts' Mindset, His Growth Since Arriving in Lincoln

With the season opener against Cincinnati looming, Nebraska cornerback Ceyair Wright stepped to the podium with the calm intensity of a player ready for the moment.

Henry Lutovsky News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / August 26

'The Highest Honor I've Ever Been Awarded': Henry Lutovsky Sheds Light on Being Named a 2025 Team Captain

Entering his fifth year with the Nebraska football program, starting left guard Henry Lutovsky met with the media just days ahead of his final collegiate season.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Yardbarker / August 25

Matt Rhule has 'old school' plan for Nebraska's trip to Arrowhead Stadium

Matt Rhule is looking to build a tough and gritty football program at Nebraska, and heading into the team's Week 1 clash with Cincinnati on Thursday, he is taking that idea to another level.

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Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / August 25

Four Bold Predictions for Nebraska Football in 2025

The Common Fans celebrate the end of the offseason and the beginning of another season of Nebraska football! Before getting to their bold predictions,

Dylan Raiola News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / August 25

Transfer Portal Chemistry Test: Will Dane Key, Nyziah Hunter Click with Raiola?

When Nebraska landed transfer wide receivers Dane Key and Nyziah Hunter, the headlines focused on talent acquisition, but the real story starts now: can they click with quarterback Dylan Raiola?

Dylan Raiola News / NIL on SI / August 21

Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola’s NIL salary revealed

Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola will reportedly be paid handsomely for his sophomore season in 2025. The former five-star was thrown into the fire last year as a true freshman, starting all 13 games in 2024, and put together one of the best seasons by first-year passer in program history.

Matt Rhule News / Yardbarker / August 13

Main reason Nebraska won't make College Football Playoff revealed

Fox Sports college football analyst Joel Klatt recently revealed that he thinks Nebraska is close to being a "playoff party crasher."

Nebraska punter breaks down while talking about his family back home in Australia

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Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 13

Nebraska punter breaks down in tears during press conference

Nebraska’s freshman punter broke down in tears during a preseason press conference as he admitted how difficult it was for him to be away from his family at college.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Yardbarker / August 12