Nebraska Cornhuskers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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For weeks, Nebraska football coach Matt Rhule and the program have been teasing a major announcement to come at the end of the Red Sea Rising and Battle of the Boneyard 7-on-7 event.

Matt Rhule News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / June 18

Nebraska's Matt Rhule Ranked 10th Among Big Ten Head Coaches

This fall, the standards change. Sept. 5 officially marks the beginning of year four of the Matt Rhule era, and expectations are ramping up. Through three seasons, Rhule has led Nebraska to a 19-19 record, though the Huskers appeared to be on track for their best season in nearly a decade before things unraveled down the stretch in 2025.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / June 17

Just How Difficult is Nebraska’s Football Schedule?

Nebraska football fans know their 2026 Big Ten schedule offers no favors and little respite. It’s brutal. It’s the Big Ten. With apologizes to that classic crooner Alice Cooper: Welcome to your nightmare.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / June 15

Where Nebraska Stands with Four-Star Wide Receiver Khalil Taylor

For Nebraska, the importance of this visit is hard to overstate. After missing out on several of its top wide receiver targets in the 2027 recruiting class, the Huskers will get one final opportunity to impress four-star pass-catcher Khalil Taylor before he announces his collegiate decision on July 6.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / June 14

Nebraska Flips 2027 Linebacker Caleb Green Away from Missouri

The 18th addition to Nebraska's recruiting class is here. On Sunday morning, three-star linebacker Caleb Green of Lee's Summit North High School in the Kansas City area, flipped his commitment to the Big Red.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Hurrdat Sports / June 13

The Savanah Bananas Sell Out Memorial Stadium | Photo Gallery

Savannah Banana Jackson Olson (8) signs an autograph during a Banana ball game on June 13, 2026, in Omaha, Nebraska. Photo by Brandon Tiedemann. Firefighters Johnny Hummel (95) celebrates a win during a Banana ball game on June 13, 2026, in Omaha, Nebraska.

Heinrich Haarberg News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 9

Panthers Waived TE Heinrich Haarberg

According to the wire, the Panthers have waived TE Heinrich Haarberg from their roster. He signed with the team at the end of May as a rookie free agent, having been the starting quarterback for Nebraska in 2023 before transitioning to tight end. Haarberg, 23, was a three-star recruit who elected to stay in state and commit to Nebraska.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / June 9

Nebraska Eyes More Commitments During June 12-14 Official Visit Weekend

The Huskers are back at it again this weekend. After hosting 15 official visitors over the weekend of June 5, Nebraska has already gained five verbal commitments as a result: Errol Demontagnac, Bryce Williams, Joey Hunter, Eli Harris, and Ma'atoe Moe.

College Football News / Yardbarker / June 8

Nebraska flips recruit eight days after commitment to Minnesota

Nebraska flips recruit eight days after commitment to P.J. Fleck, Minnesota

Class of 2027 EDGE Ma’atoe Moe was not committed to P.J. Fleck and the Minnesota Golden Gophers for long.

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Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / June 7

Nebraska Trending Toward Four-Star Receiver as Current Commit Looks Elsewhere

An addition and subtraction could be taking place. On Sunday, Nebraska received commitments from three prospects in the 2027 class: Joey Hunter, Eli Harris and Ma'atoe Moe.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / June 7

Three-Star Tight End Joey Hunter Joins Nebraska's 2027 Class

Nebraska football's Georgia high school recruiting pipeline produces again. On Sunday morning, three-star tight end prospect Olafemi "Joey" Hunter of Grayson High School in Loganville, Georgia, announced his commitment to the Big Red.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / June 7

Three-Star Linebacker Eli Harris Commits to Nebraska

Matt Rhule and Nebraska's first official visit weekend of June has been highly productive. On Sunday morning, three-star linebacker prospect Eli Harris of Grayson High School in Loganville, Georgia, announced his commitment to the Big Red.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / June 6

Nebraska Football Receives Commitment from Four-Star Defensive Back Bryce Williams

Nebraska just evened the score with former Defensive Coordinator Tony White. On Saturday afternoon, the Huskers received a commitment from blue-chip defensive back Bryce Williams of Western High School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / June 5

Nebraska Softball Announces Coaching Staff Addition

It has been a whirlwind week for the Nebraska Cornhuskers and former two-way star Jordy Frahm. On Sunday, Frahm was pitching in the Women's College World Series, and a day later, she announced that she and her husband, Trey, are expecting their first child.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / June 5

3 Nebraska Softball Seniors Sign Pro Contracts

Three starters from the 2026 Nebraska Cornhuskers softball team have signed professional contracts and will be teammates again. Hannah Coor, Hannah Camenzind, and Lauren Camenzind agreed to contracts with the Florida Vibe of the Professional Softball League, the organization announced on Wednesday and Thursday.

College Softball News / Field Level Media / May 31

Katie Stewart's late blast propels Texas past Nebraska at WCWS

Katie Stewart blasted a three-run home run in the sixth inning to keep defending champion Texas alive with a 3-1 win over Nebraska in a Women's College World Series elimination game Sunday in Oklahoma City.

College Softball News / Field Level Media / May 30

Jocelyn Briski shuts down Nebraska, leads Alabama to WCWS semifinals

Marlie Giles set the tone with a three-run homer to lift Alabama into the Women's College World Series semifinals with a 5-1 defeat of Nebraska Saturday night in Oklahoma City.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Softball On SI / May 29

One Swing Turned Nebraska-Arkansas Into a WCWS Classic

The Nebraska Cornhuskers were 0-for-9 with two outs when Ava Kuszak stepped up to the plate in the bottom of the 10th inning. One swing changed everything.

College Softball News / Field Level Media / May 29

Ava Kuszak's 10th-inning HR carries Nebraska past Arkansas at WCWS

Ava Kuszak belted a two-run homer in the bottom of the 10th inning on Thursday, lifting Nebraska to a 5-3 win over Arkansas in opening-day action at the Women's College World Series in Oklahoma City.

Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Softball On SI / May 28

Country Music Legend Surprises Nebraska Softball Ahead of Women's College World Series

Rhonda Revelle isn't exactly known for her singing skills, but now and then, she isn't afraid to start singing "Delta Dawn" by Tanya Tucker. On Wednesday night, the head coach of the Nebraska Cornhuskers was left star-struck when Tucker showed up on a video call.

Nebraska coach shoulders blame for shocking late-game blunder

In the NCAA Tournament South Region Sweet 16 on Thursday, the fourth-seeded Nebraska Cornhuskers fell to the ninth-seeded Iowa Hawkeyes, 77-71, in Houston.