https://www.si.com/college/nebraskahttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/recruiting/huskers-football-visitors-2028-2029-classes-ohio-game-01m1ykgmbfbf?utm_source=RSSElliott Dyrland01m1ykgmbfbfTight end Dane Clark and cornerback Devin Hill Jr. were among the visitors for the Ohio game. Here's what they thought of the experience.Mon, 07 Sep 2026 22:37:32 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/huskers-jamal-rule-big-ten-freshman-of-week-vs-ohio-01m1ymx95vf1?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m1ymx95vf1One game into his collegiate career, Rule is already earning honors. Mon, 07 Sep 2026 21:22:59 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/matt-rhule-breaks-down-huskers-ohio-win-bowling-green-next-01m1yfer0vxf?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m1yfer0vxfPenalties and tackling stand out as issues as the Huskers aim to build on win victory over Ohio.Mon, 07 Sep 2026 20:47:27 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/nebraska-confidence-meter-how-i-feel-about-the-huskers-key-positions-and-coaches-after-ohio?utm_source=RSSEdward Ventura III01m1vtahe26sNebraska beat Ohio 49–21, but it wasn’t stress-free. Here’s how confident I feel about the Huskers’ key position groups and coaches after the opener.Mon, 07 Sep 2026 20:11:13 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/cornhusker-counseling-triumphs-and-traumas-from-nebraska-s-win-against-ohio?utm_source=RSSMike Delaware01m1y7prf6z1Nebraska football opened the 2026 season with a 49-21 win over Ohio. Here are the biggest takeaways from the Huskers’ season-opening victory.Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:48:45 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/adam-carriker-chronicles-huskers-identity-ohio-game-grades-01m1wm0pnzps?utm_source=RSSAdam Carriker01m1wm0pnzpsOffensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen appears to be building an identity around the strengths of his players. Mon, 07 Sep 2026 00:43:50 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/dave-feit-on-huskers-win-over-ohio-01m1w5xec337?utm_source=RSSDave Feit01m1w5xec337What does the ideal first game of the season look like? The Huskers got more out Saturday's win over Ohio than you might think.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 21:20:03 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/huskers-49-ohio-21-smq-game-review-01m1w9jv2tp3?utm_source=RSSJay Stockwell01m1w9jv2tp3Nebraska took an inferior opponent’s best punch, adjusted, and then buried them.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 21:43:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/huskers-defense-pff-grades-vs-ohio-01m1vd5704v1?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m1vd5704v1After an uncomfortable first half, Nebraska's defense was able to rebound to help the Husker win convincingly in Week 1. Sun, 06 Sep 2026 18:24:56 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/how-every-husker-on-offense-graded-vs-ohio-pff-01m1vkez7f6r?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m1vkez7f6rThe Huskers totaled 523 yards in the season opener against Ohio and got things figured out in the second half. Sun, 06 Sep 2026 17:11:41 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/nebraska-defense-shakes-off-scary-slow-start?utm_source=RSSChuck Bausman01m1v8jw43yyThe Huskers’ offense rolls to big win after defense steps up against OhioSun, 06 Sep 2026 13:22:55 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/huskers-rally-to-roll-ohio-as-rookie-rule-romps?utm_source=RSSJim “ThotDoc” Childerston01m1t6h0j5pvAfter a shaky start the Nebraska offense got on track to pull away from the Ohio Bobcats.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 10:29:48 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/huskers-use-their-a-c-and-the-golden-rule-to-beat-cats-49-21?utm_source=RSSDan McGlynn01m1t6zcjrgwDespite sweltering heat, Husker quarterback Anthony Colandrea makes a good first impression.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 02:08:16 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/husker-doc-talk-takeaways-from-2026-opener-ohio-01m1t5wbky9t?utm_source=RSSHusker Doc Talk01m1t5wbky9tThere's a lot to break down, including the play in the trenches. That's where Dr. Rob saw one thing in particular lacking.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 01:47:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/tad-stryer-husker-offense-heats-up-wears-ohio-down-01m1sz7jpd16?utm_source=RSSTad Stryker01m1sz7jpd16The 49-21 win to open the season raised some concerns, but Nebraska's 248-yard rushing total certainly wasn't one of them.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 01:11:04 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/adam-carriker-gut-reaction-huskers-ohio-01m1sy5rjvc1?utm_source=RSSAdam Carriker01m1sy5rjvc1The biggest difference was depth and conditioning. As Ohio began to wear down, the Huskers took control.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 23:29:33 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/huskers-jamal-rule-stong-debut-vs-ohio01m1sm6t5ph1?utm_source=RSSDylan Jurgens01m1sm6t5ph1The true freshman turned heads in his Husker debut with 169 yards of offense and three touchdowns on 17 touches.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 23:14:50 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/matt-rhule-huskers-answered-challenge-vs-ohio-01m1smbgxxe1?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m1smbgxxe1Rhule was proud of how his team bounced back in the final 30 minutes after a shaky first half.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 22:20:54 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/huskers-announce-11-new-single-digit-jersey-earners-01m1q2xxvcqm?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m1q2xxvcqmThe Huskers have made a slight adaption to the single digit tradition in 2026. Sat, 05 Sep 2026 16:25:51 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/tad-stryker-survey-who-will-lead-huskers-in-touchdowns-01m1s1kdwgj5?utm_source=RSSTad Stryker01m1s1kdwgj5A hundred fans took a crack at predicting the Huskers' top touchdown producer for 2026. There was a winner but nothing resembling a consensus.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 15:18:53 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/volleyball/how-to-watch-no-1-husker-vs-missouri-wrigley-field-preview-breakdown-tv-01m1q12wjv0av?utm_source=RSSGeoff Exstrom01m1q12wjv0aThe Huskers and Tigers will cap a volleyball double-header Sunday night in the iconic friendly confines in north Chicago.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 12:00:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/volleyball/three-takes-as-no-1-huskers-dominate-depaul-01m1qmv74vjx?utm_source=RSSDylan Jurgens01m1qmv74vjxThe Huskers came to play, posting a season high hitting percentage of .432, while holding the Blue Demons to .060. Sat, 05 Sep 2026 04:07:45 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/dave-feit-ups-downs-of-matt-rhule-era-with-huskers-01m1pwdmdbzq?utm_source=RSSDave Feit01m1pwdmdbzqThree years into the Matt Rhule era is a good time to take stock of where he - and the program he took over - are at. Going into his fourth season, Rhule is19-1Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:32:19 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/huskers-vs-ohio-preview-breakdown-tv-channel-01m1mpq2wq4d?utm_source=RSSGeoff Exstrom01m1mpq2wq4dHere's all you need to know for the Huskers' first-ever meeting with the Bobcats.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:00:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/three-reasons-why-huskers-win-lose-vs-ohio-01m1kjtnwg9x?utm_source=RSSChuck Bausman01m1kjtnwg9xAn opener against the real 'OU' isn't happening right now, but there are interesting storylines against the Bobcats.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:03:33 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/jeremy-pernell-huskers-2026-nonconference-slate-serves-purpose-01m1n63xghx9?utm_source=RSSJeremy Pernell01m1n63xghx9Jeremy Pernell breaks down how this three-game shakedown cruise can benefit Matt Rhule's most talented squad yet.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:00:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/4-storylines-to-watch-in-the-huskers-week-1-matchup-against-ohio?utm_source=RSSDylan Jurgens01m1jyt5pg08The long offseason is almost over. Here's what to look for Saturday as the fourth year of the Matt Rhule era kicks off.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:11:32 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/know-your-foe-nebraska-vs-ohio-the-running-backs?utm_source=RSSMike Delaware01m1h8bfschqNebraska’s young running backs face Ohio’s Duncan Brune and Victor Rosa in a Week 1 matchup that will also test the Huskers’ revamped run defense.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:01:19 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/volleyball/huskers-vs-depaul-preview-breakdown-tv-channel-01m1hk7b2ew2?utm_source=RSSGeoff Exstrom01m1hk7b2ew2The Huskers venture into the Windy City the first of two matches in Chicagoland.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:00:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/no-block-no-rock-makes-its-2026-nebraska-football-season-record-predictions?utm_source=RSSMike Delaware01m1h36bsh8yThe No Block No Rock crew goes game-by-game through Nebraska football’s 2026 schedule and makes its final predictions for Matt Rhule and the Huskers.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/know-your-foe-nebraska-vs-ohio-the-quarterbacks?utm_source=RSSMike Delaware01m1h6t70f2qNebraska’s Anthony Colandrea and Ohio’s Nick Poulos enter 2026 as new starters. See how the quarterbacks compare ahead of the season opener.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:41:40 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/volleyball/three-takes-as-huskers-volleyball-sweeps-south-dakota-state-01m1jedgp9bp?utm_source=RSSDylan Jurgens01m1jedgp9bpThe top-ranked Huskers overcame some adversity in a road sweep of the Jackrabbits. Here are three reactions to Nebraska's performance Wednesday evening before attention turns to the Huskers' trip to Chicago.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 03:23:57 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/what-wide-receiver-tay-ellis-decommitment-means-for-huskers-01m1j1h7bada?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m1j1h7badaThe Huskers lose the commitment of the three-star receiver who moved to Nebraska for his senior high school season.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:31:44 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/carriker-chronicles-no-excuses-2026-huskers-01m1hqg6rwys?utm_source=RSSAdam Carriker01m1hqg6rwysThere's a buzz growing about Dana Holgorsen's new quarterback, Adam says, but he wonders how the Huskers will respond to adversity.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:05:15 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/governor-jim-pillen-talks-husker-football-with-the-common-fans?utm_source=RSSTJ Birkel01m1fttm427dA conversation with the Governor of Nebraska about Husker Football. Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:28:47 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/no-block-no-rock-crew-gives-nebraska-vs-ohio-game-predictions?utm_source=RSSMike Delaware01m1h25qz1a2Nebraska should open its 2026 football season with a convincing win against the Ohio Bobcats.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:42:29 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/dave-feit-unanswered-questions-2026-huskers-01m1h5v4acgm?utm_source=RSSJoe Hudson01m1h5v4acgmEven with everything we know about this team, several big question marks remain. Here are the ones that will have the biggest impact on the season and the future of the program.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:35:27 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/where-polls-metrics-have-huskers-placed-going-into-week-1-01m1gzh2mtkz?utm_source=RSSChuck Bausman01m1gzh2mtkzOdds favor the Huskers becoming bowl eligibleWed, 02 Sep 2026 13:34:26 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/husker-doc-talk-preview-season-opener-vs-ohio-01m1fy4ccyj8?utm_source=RSSHusker Doc Talk01m1fy4ccyj8It's time to start playing the games. Travis Justice and former Husker Dr. Rob Zatechka break down the Huskers' game Saturday against the Bobcats from the Mid-American Conference.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 02:23:21 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/nebraska-center-justin-evans-earns-prestigious-honor-from-teammates?utm_source=RSSChuck Bausman01m1f63efp6wEvans is the acknowledged leader of the offensive line. He was voted a single-digit jersey and even though he can’t wear it, it shows the respect he has earnedTue, 01 Sep 2026 21:26:44 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/year-4-of-the-matt-rhule-era-will-husker-fans-still-be-on-hold?utm_source=RSSDan McGlynn01m1fbz0pnxdA convincing win over Ohio will be a good start to the seaon.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:19:50 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/huskers-defense-focused-details-rob-aurich-urgency-01m1f1789063?utm_source=RSSAlex Kopf01m1f1789063For the Huskers' defense, the attention is on the small details as Saturday's season opener against Ohio draws near. At the same time, the new man in charge of that unit wants to be sure his players approach the game with a high level of intensity. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:19:29 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/huskers-rob-aurich-defense-2026-ohio-01m1f5v7e118?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m1f5v7e118The Huskers will bring a new mentality to the defensive side of the ball in 2026. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:10:05 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/they-aren-t-going-to-come-in-here-scared-dana-holgorsen-previews-nebraska-vs-ohio?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m1f2cmc098In Holgorsen's eyes, an Ohio team that knocked off West Virginia a season ago won't be fazed by the Big Red.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:28:22 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/only-eight-huskers-earn-roster-spots-on-nfl-teams?utm_source=RSSChuck Bausman01m1cs63ej8xNebraska lags far behind Ohio State and others in sending players to the NFLTue, 01 Sep 2026 13:45:23 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/dave-feit-five-in-five-impact-huskers-on-field-01m1ervyj0fy?utm_source=RSSDave Feit01m1ervyj0fyDave Feit isn't buying the notion that coaches will dip significantly deeper into their 105-man rosters every game to keep younger guys from jumping into the portal.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:08:01 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/volleyball/how-to-watch-no-1-nebraska-volleyball-vs-south-dakota-state-with-preview-breakdown-tv-channel?utm_source=RSSGeoff Exstrom01m1dea54q2zFresh off a sweep of previous No. 2 Texas, the top-ranked Huskers visit the homeland of star setter Bergen Reilly for a rare non-conference showdown. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:43:24 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/adam-carriker-gives-his-nebraska-ohio-game-prediction?utm_source=RSSAdam Carriker01m1d95g7f4aThe Nebraska football season officially kicks off on Saturday and Adam breaks down the match up with Ohio.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:32:47 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/what-stands-out-from-nebraska-s-first-official-depth-chart-01m1cxarg3wa?utm_source=RSSElliott Dyrland01m1cxarg3waSeveral intriguing position battles continue, while a few notable starting decisions have been made ahead of the Huskers' Sept. 5th opener.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 23:36:48 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/huskers-matt-rhule-simple-message-qb-anthony-colandrea-01m1ce7a759d?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m1ce7a759dThe Huskers' head coach gives his new-look QB1 a vote of confidence as Nebraska prepares for its season opener Saturday.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:46:41 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/smq-preview-2026-huskers-vs-ohio?utm_source=RSSJay Stockwell01m1c4xxzvvxThe Sunday Morning Quarterback crew believes the Huskers need to make a statement Saturday against Ohio. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:15:46 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/dave-feit-optimism-2026-huskers-outlook?utm_source=RSSDave Feit01m1c0ne0bhgA sunny-side-up look at the coming season is something Dave Feit has been doing for over a decade. This year, he had to work a little harder to come up with a list.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:25:42 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/dave-feit-reality-check-2026-huskers-outlook?utm_source=RSSDave Feit01m1bzw251ryYou need not look far to find reasons for concern with the Huskers' 2026 season. Some of them are out of Nebraska's control. Others are not.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:24:59 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/five-bold-predictions-for-nebraska-football-in-2026?utm_source=RSSTJ Birkel01m16w46kdn2The Common Fans help you kick off game week for Husker football. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:48:51 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/is-the-offensive-line-finally-ready-to-become-a-strength-for-nebraska-football?utm_source=RSSTJ Birkel01m19z7ajyqnWill this be the return of the 'Pipeline'. Sun, 30 Aug 2026 20:54:31 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/adam-carriker-chronicles-trae-taylor-why-this-years-huskers-different-01m19k27kn0r?utm_source=RSSAdam Carriker01m19k27kn0rThe Nebraska quarterback commit joins Adam Carriker for a wide-ranging discussion about Husker football, Taylor’s move from Illinois to Lincoln, his mindset as a senior at Millard South, and what he expects from the Huskers this season.Sun, 30 Aug 2026 15:33:05 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/as-nebraska-begins-its-2026-football-schedule-are-the-huskers-better-than-last-year?utm_source=RSSChuck Bausman01m17t1vmpk6Coach Matt Rhule has made changes on his coaching staff and brought in new players to address obvious issuesSun, 30 Aug 2026 14:37:22 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/recruiting/race-for-states-top-2027-football-prospect-multiple-future-huskers-01m17haycp7c?utm_source=RSSElliott Dyrland01m17haycp7cHusker commit Trae Taylor remains the favorite for the title of Nebraska's top 2027 prospect, but Tory Pittman, Braylen Warren and others made strong cases during Week 1.Sat, 29 Aug 2026 21:55:30 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/recruiting/huskers-commits-trae-taylor-tory-pittman-proved-why-blue-chips-01m17cyr3jc0?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m17cyr3jc0Elliott Dyrland and Trevor Tarr come together on another edition of SkerScoop to recap the big game Friday night between Millard North and Millard South. What can the four Husker commits who played bring to the college game?Sat, 29 Aug 2026 21:45:17 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/recruiting/huskers-football-long-game-tight-end-ahmad-hudson-01m156tynjt?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m156tynjt0The Cornhuskers are taking the recruitment of the nation's No. 1 tight end into the fall. Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:35:11 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/in-the-world-of-five-in-five-can-these-husker-career-records-survive-01m158pwj0b5?utm_source=RSSJoe Hudson01m158pwj0b5Some career totals have topped the Huskers' charts for more than half a century — dating from when players had just three seasons available.Sat, 29 Aug 2026 10:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/recruiting/husker-commits-shine-in-prep-football-season-opener-01m15kpgxv1y?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m15kpgxv1yFour Nebraska football commits within the 2027 recruiting class shared the field for their senior debuts. Sat, 29 Aug 2026 03:50:17 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/volleyball/previewing-huskers-players-era-showcase-2026?utm_source=RSSGeoff Exstrom01m10b2fqqktThe top-ranked Huskers open the regular season in style, facing UNLV and rival Texas for a pair of matchups in Las Vegas. Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:07:19 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/adam-carriker-chronicles-why-does-big-ten-resent-huskers-01m14f524281?utm_source=RSSAdam Carriker01m14f524281Can Nebraska finally turn potential into wins? Can Matt Rhule get the Huskers moving toward national relevance again? And after all these years, will Nebraska football ever truly be back? Adam tackles all of it in this episode of the Carriker Chronicles.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:34:11 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/six-huskers-position-rooms-six-breakout-candidates-to-watch-01m0z8hf3csz?utm_source=RSSTyler Crum01m0z8hf3cszHovering in the .500 zone doesn't cut it for a program like Nebraska. After back-to-back 7-6 seasons, the Huskers could use some breakout players in 2026. Here is one player from each of six position groups who could be that guy. Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:57:43 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/are-single-digit-jerseys-the-best-way-to-honor-husker-players?utm_source=RSSDan McGlynn01m10bmh6qm9Some recipients haven't distinguished themselves much with their play.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 01:10:33 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/huskers-chance-to-end-this-nine-year-drought-01m0zgy5nn9t?utm_source=RSSAlex Kopf01m0zgy5nn9tThe coming season presents its obvious opportunities, including a chance for a third straight bowl appearance. But this could also be the year the Huskers surpass their predicted regular-season win total for the first time since 2016.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:51:42 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/huskers-defensive-back-danny-odem-on-freshman-of-year-watch-list-01m0zgqy1bgt?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m0zgqy1bgtThe national media sees the potential Danny Odem III has in his first season in Lincoln. Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:49:49 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/no-your-favorite-husker-didnt-suddenly-lose-a-year-of-eligibility-01m0y4jwbfzq?utm_source=RSSJoe Hudson01m0y4jwbfzqThe times in college athletics, they are a-changing, and so is Nebraska Athletics’ nomenclature for players’ eligibility status. Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:00:03 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/phil-steele-on-the-huskers-chances-for-a-better-showing-in-2026-01m0z5kz7qnm?utm_source=RSSAdam Carriker01m0z5kz7qnmAdam Carriker sits down with college football expert Phil Steele to discuss what Nebraska fans should really expect in 2026. The preseason magazine guru says Nebraska has several reasons for optimism, but there are still some big questions.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:28:21 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/where-football-polls-and-metrics-have-nebraska-placed-going-into-week-0-01m0xevp67b9?utm_source=RSSChuck Bausman01m0xevp67b9Huskers coach Matt Rhule faces pressure to bring his program back to Big Ten glory as Huskers rank in the middle of the conferenceWed, 26 Aug 2026 12:58:13 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/sunday-morning-quarterback-is-year-4-huskers-break-through-01m0xvw8fqkm?utm_source=RSSJay Stockwell01m0xvw8fqkmAll right, let’s get one thing straight right out of the gate: we don’t care what the preseason magazines say. We don’t care that they have us 11th in the Big Ten and somewhere in the mid-30s nationally. we have heard that song before. Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:56:24 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/jamal-rule-is-making-case-in-huskers-running-back-battle-01m0x7avybby?utm_source=RSSDylan Jurgens01m0x7avybbyThe true freshman knows what he needs to work on, and he revealed he has picked up a surprising hobby to help him get his mind right.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:15:14 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/e-j-barthel-details-huskers-cometition-running-back-01m0x679z4v6?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m0x679z4v6The coach is challenging his position group to be the best in the nation this fall. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:01:10 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/husker-running-back-mekhi-nelson-grateful-to-be-back-01m0x3y5gfzg?utm_source=RSSAlex Kopf01m0x3y5gfzgAn arrest in June put Mekhi Nelson's name in headlines and cast his status with the team in doubt. After practice Tuesday, the third-year Husker running back expressed humility and gratitude as he spoke to the media for the first time since the incident.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:20:41 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/huskers-glenn-thomas-talks-quarterback-anthony-colandrea-extending-plays-01m0wyyhzk5t?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m0wyyhzk5tRisks are involved, but Anthony Colandrea's legs will absolutely be a factor for the Big Red this fall. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:24:20 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/huskers-troy-dannen-details-plans-future-sec-home-and-homes-01m0wt77yk20?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m0wt77yk20The Huskers are "scheduling to get into the playoff" moving forward. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:56:25 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/five-players-most-crucial-huskers-2026-01m0t33navwx?utm_source=RSSTyler Crum01m0t33navwxNebraska has issues to address for the 2026 season. These five players could be the answers to Nebraska's problems. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:01:15 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/volleyball/how-to-watch-preview-breakdown-huskers-spikes-under-the-lights-01m0v49scm1b?utm_source=RSSGeoff Exstrom01m0v49scm1bWhile Thursday's Spikes Under the Lights is only considered exhibition matches, the pressure will be real, especially with a $1 million prize on the line.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:40:06 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/husker-doc-talk-a-dive-into-nebraska-s-defense-01m0wf50rsy0?utm_source=RSSHusker Doc Talk01m0wf50rsy0Dr. Rob believes that if the Huskers are going to move beyond six or seven wins in 2026, they'll need to improve significantly on defense. Especially upfront on the defensive line and in their ability to stop the run against Big Ten opponents.  Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:52:43 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/adam-carriker-chronicles-major-huskers-updates-intel-01m0rh4xwh1e?utm_source=RSSAdam Carriker01m0rh4xwh1eWhere are Matt Rhule and the Huskers in their progress for the football season now that Nebraska's preseason camp is over? You better believe there are major topics to talk about — position battles, how the offense/defense looks and some surprises.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:40:47 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/evan-bland-on-the-position-groups-that-could-define-the-season-for-nebraska-football?utm_source=RSSTJ Birkel01m0s5bjnf4aThe Common Fans discuss all the new looks on offense and defense.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:09:09 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/tad-stryker-sustained-investment-in-offensive-line-is-huskers-best-strategy-01m0rjprfkx8?utm_source=RSSTad Stryker01m0rjprfkx8If the Huskers finally become a force to be reckoned with in 2026, it will not be primarily because of quarterback Anthony Colandrea and his stable of pass catchers. It will happen because Big Ten defenses are getting softened up by Geep Wade’s maulers.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:30:00 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/troy-dannen-the-man-who-will-decide--fate-of-huskers-sellout-streak-01m0ra224422?utm_source=RSSDave Feit01m0ra224422If Athletic Director Troy Dannen says the streak will survive the 2026 season, it will. But if he is OK with letting the market decide the streak's fate, it will end this fall. What will he choose? There is a compelling case to be made on either side.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:19:55 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/nebraska-week-1-opponent-reveals-it-s-new-starter?utm_source=RSSTyler Crum01m0qhg7e5ktLast season, Nebraska struggled against mobile quarterbacks. Nebraska's defense will likely be tested by Ohio's new starter. Sun, 23 Aug 2026 20:05:19 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/how-about-these-possible-and-juicy-nebraska-bowl-matchups?utm_source=RSSChuck Bausman01m0q9ak54wwThe Huskers are projected to play Oklahoma or Central Florida in the postseasonSun, 23 Aug 2026 14:21:19 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/three-takeaways-anthony-colandrea-is-huskers-starting-quarterback-01m0ngb7hk23?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m0ngb7hk23The UNLV transfer will be the sixth starting quarterback of Rhule's tenure in Lincoln. Sat, 22 Aug 2026 21:45:18 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/matt-rhule-talks-biggest-storylines-after-huskers-wrap-up-fall-camp-with-scrimmage-01m0nc0jxe5e?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m0nc0jxe5eRhule offered clarity regarding the depth chart at several positions of significant importance following Saturday's scrimmage. Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:57:36 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/huskers-future-looks-bright-defensive-lineman-kade-pietrzak-01m0mrhs10cx?utm_source=RSSChuck Bausman01m0mrhs10cxA new defensive coaching regime and a full offseason at Nebraska should benefit Pietrzak Sat, 22 Aug 2026 13:47:47 +0000enhttps://www.si.com/college/nebraska/football/roy-manning-focused-on-elevating-huskers-edge-room-01m0k0excehf?utm_source=RSSTrevor Tarr01m0k0excehfManning is looking to replicate the success his unit saw at San Diego State a season ago in his first year in Lincoln.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 22:16:04 +0000en