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October 20, 2017
It’s the defense’s turn for Adam Carriker’s mid-semester review, and Huskers Illustrated assesses the quarterbacks at midseason.
Tom Osborne talks more about Bill Moos* and how he’ll fit at Nebraska.
Tom Rathman recalls what it meant to play in his first game in Memorial Stadium in the latest installment of Through These Gates: The Lost Tapes.
October 19, 2017
With the expectations of a powerhouse and the limitations of an underdog, Nebraska has the worst of both worlds,* Dirk Chatelain says of the Huskers’ long slump.
Things seem to be settling down* for Tanner Lee at quarterback, Mike Riley says.
Former Husker Nate Gerry moves up to the Philadelphia Eagles’ active roster.
With Bill Moos aboard as A.D., what happens next? Rob Zatechka and Travis Justice take up that and more on Husker Doc Talk.
Adam Carriker hands out mid-semester grades for the offense.
Former Husker Brandon Reilly catches a 550-mile Uber ride to make it to a team meeting in Buffalo on time.
October 18, 2017
Other schools thought he was too small. Rich Glover* proved them wrong through hard work at Nebraska.
Mike Riley says he’s focused on coaching the team, not auditioning for the new athletic director, and improved point production is a priority. More from Wednesday’s practice: Video | Staying motivated: 1,* 2 | Notes: 1,* 2,* 3 | Quotes
Experts doubt that a more fiery sideline demeanor would bring Mike Riley more wins.
Analyzing the Husker offense: The good & bad | Crossing routes
John Parrella talks about his “All gas, no brakes” mantra, the young defensive line’s potential and more in an interview with Adam Carriker.
Legendary coach Milt Tenopir reflects on his long tenure with Nebraska in the latest Through These Gates outtakes.
Mike Leach expects Bill Moos to “give Nebraska some sizzle.” | Barfknecht: Age no worry*
Jeremy Pernell analyzes the decision Bill Moos will have to make about Husker football.
Hail Varsity examines the defense’s struggles: Third down | Efficiency
October 17, 2017
Central Florida announces a $1.5 million fund drive that is seen as a move to encourage Scott Frost to stay put. | Scout-team QB at age 42
Former Husker assistant Jim Walden, who coached Washington State for nine seasons, says Bill Moos’ hiring is not good for Mike Riley.
Tre Bryant’s situation remains cloudy, while Joshua Kalu and JD Spielman are expected to be ready for the Purdue game.
Adam Carriker gives his full reaction to the Bill Moos hire. | What to expect | Contract incentives | Regents’ thumbs-up*
Milt Tenopir discusses his strong friendship with Charlie McBride in the latest installment of Through These Gates: The Lost Tapes.
October 16, 2017
Sam McKewon says the Blackshirts were in surrender mode* Saturday night due to injuries, scheme and confusion. | Bye-week respite*
Husker wide receiver commit Joshua Moore will take an official visit this weekend to Alabama. | 2018 commits | Recruiting notes: 1, 2
Mike Leach calls Bill Moos the best athletic director* he’s met but says he has no plans* to follow him to Nebraska. | Commentary: Christopherson, Shatel*
Tom Osborne sees Bill Moos as a good fit and appreciates having a voice in the search process. | Bellotti weighs in
The Purdue game gets a 6:30 p.m. CDT start and BTN telecast.
Adam Carriker recaps the Ohio State game and says it’s a good week for a bye. | 5 burning questions
October 15, 2017
The Huskers enter the bye week in search of answers* on both sides of the ball.
Bob Diaco is preaching patience, but time might not be on the Blackshirts’ side, Jacob Padilla writes. | Growing pains
Bill Moos of Washington State and formerly of Oregon was introduced Sunday as Nebraska’s new athletic director, and he ruled out any midseason coaching changes. | Press conference video | Coverage & commentary | Reaction: Carriker, Husker Dan | Discuss
ESPN’s Ivan Maisel takes stock of Nebraska’s troubles.
This week in Husker history: Nebraska holds Notre Dame to a single first down in a 7-0 victory in Lincoln.
Nebraska’s move to the Big Ten is paying off financially.*
October 14, 2017
The OWH reports that a new athletic director* is likely to be introduced in the coming week.
Ohio State 56, Nebraska 14. It got ugly early and stayed that way as Ohio State reeled off 40-plus first downs and rolled to touchdowns on its first eight possessions. See the game page for details. | Stryker commentary | Carriker gut reaction | McKewon analysis | Postgame presser | Highlights | Big Red Over-Reaction | Big Red Replay
Aaron Williams isn’t suited up, thinning the Huskers’ ranks at safety.
Who has been the most valuable Husker for 2017? It’s a close vote for first place in Tad Stryker’s pregame poll.
Ernest Suttles, who was kicked off the team in 2013, is charged with sexual assault and dismissed from the Memphis Tigers.
Tickets for Saturday’s game can be had at bargain prices.
It’s a matchup of traditional powers trending in different directions as the Huskers try to pull off a big upset tonight against Ohio State. Here are the pregame reads from Lincoln (1, 2),* Omaha (1, 2),* Grand Island (1, 2),* Cleveland (1, 2), Columbus (1, 2, 3)* and Toledo (1, 2.) Commentary: Sipple, Shatel,* Barfknecht,* Hamar, Bielik, Callahan | Final thoughts
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October 13, 2017
An Ohio State win Saturday would lift the Buckeyes into a fourth-place tie with Nebraska for all-time wins.
Ohio native Bob Brown looks back more than half a century and says “my first move was my biggest move – to Nebraska.” | HOF induction: 1,* 2
Joshua Moore recaps his official visit, which included breakfast at Hank Bounds’ house. | QB flip quest | Recruiting notes
Joshua Kalu talks about his appreciation for the Nebraska fan base and and more in a Lott IMPACT Trophy interview.
Charlie McBride discusses how negativity can affect fans in the latest installment of Through These Gates: The Lost Tapes.
Adam Carriker gives his keys to the Ohio State-Nebraska game and prediction. | Eleven Warriors preview | More picks
October 12, 2017
Does Mike Riley need to show more fire*? Some fans think so.