• The Huskers believe they have a shot tonight even if most observers don't. Here's your game-day coverage from the papers in Lincoln (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6), Grand Island (1, 2, 3, 4, 5),* Los Angeles (1, 2, 3, 4), Orange County and Omaha (1, 2, 3, 4).*

• A student from Omaha scores with his ticket tactic. Check out "related stories" for more Friday material from the OWH.

• Marlon Lucky is low-key as he prepares to renew a personal rivalry.

• Online ticket sales for the game are brisk.

• Injuries force some shuffling of the Trojans' O-line. In the secondary, Taylor Mays gears up for his first start.

• For NU, it's a statement game that's all about regaining national respect.

• An investigative report says sanctions may loom for USC and Reggie Bush.

• Bill Callahan says USC has no weaknesses. More notes* from Thursday.

• Their paths have parted, but the Guy Ingles-Pete Carroll connection* remains strong.

• USC's wealth of depth seems to make its rash of injuries a mere speed bump.

• Bob Newton reflects on his journey from California to Nebraska and recounts the 1970 game. The OWH examines NU's California connections, past* and present.*

• USC's John David Booty* is ready for the spotlight, but so is Adam Carriker.

• The game is seen as a litmus test and measuring stick for the Huskers' retooled system.

• Andre Jones' bold talk isn't a hit with Bill Callahan.

• USC is overflowing with talent at linebacker. Wednesday notes from L.A.: 1, 2, 3*

• With Kurt Mann* officially out, Brett Byford is glad to already have had his first start.

• The Huskers' secondary faces a tall task* in covering USC's receivers.

• Jeff offers his Scarlet Commentary. The Colonel shares his pregame thoughts.

• USC's Dwayne Jarrett is a marked man* on and off the field.

• A California columnist beholds the Huskers' transformation under Bill Callahan.

• California has re-emerged* as a fertile NU recruiting ground.*

• Updates on two-way Clayton Sievers* and the resilient Matt Herian.*

• Husker fans* again show their resolve to turn out in force.

• The Pac 10's low stature might make this a must-win game for the Trojans.

• Los Angeles' Woody Paige impersonator unsheaths his rapier wit.

• Andre Jones predicts victory,* and the word travels fast* to L.A. More from Tuesday's news conference and practice: pressuring Booty, Zac Taylor (1, 2), Kurt Mann's status, ignoring* the hype, video clips (1, 2, 3).

• Turnover margin is key for USC. More from Pete Carroll on the game and on the injury to Sedrick Ellis.

• It's one-sided so far as the experts' game predictions start to trickle in.

• Much has changed* since the USC-Nebraska games were first scheduled.

• Notes from L.A.: Dwayne Jarrett, Lawrence Jackson, more player supervision, less student seating.

• Bill Callahan* says the Trojans' defense and team speed* will be a big test.*

• Maurice Purify feels he has a point to prove* against USC.

• Andre Jones and Cortney Grixby look forward to going up against USC's receiving corps.

• Peruse the official game notes from each side: NU (html | pdf), USC (pdf)

• ESPN College Gameday will set up shop at the Coliseum on Saturday.

• USC's offense represents the model* for the Huskers' future. Notes: 1,* 2*

• Californians in NU's lineup might have extra motivation.

• Pete Carroll will put a personal streak on the line this weekend.

• Lane Kiffin says USC's receivers got failing grades in the opener.

• USC running back Ryan Powdrell pulls his weight and then some.

• Covering USC's receivers is a near-or-far deal.

• Kyle Williams ready for matchup with Nebraska defensive ends.

• Callahan says Huskers taking one step at a time toward USC.

• Does the week off* benefit USC and its young running backs?*

• Damon Benning* talks about his coaching job and assesses the 2006 Huskers.

• USC's center says the Nebraska game is just another game.*

• The NCAA reinstates star USC receiver Dwayne Jarrett.

• Pete Carroll experiments with a new look on defense.

• Southern Cal tries to stay hungry.* New quarterbacks duel in spring scrimmage.

• USC game travel and event packages are now available.

• Monte Kiffen lures two USC defensive assistants to the NFL's Buccaneers.

• USC will be without its Thunder and Lightning in 2006 as Bush and White both turn pro.

• Bill Callahan watches the 2006 Rose Bowl with an eye on two opponents in the coming season.