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Carriker Chronicles: Something must change at quarterback.

Jeff Sims’ ankle injury kept him from practicing Sunday, and his status will be evaluated as the week progresses. Go here for more from Matt Rhule’s game-week presser Monday, including his response to the “disrespected” card played by Colorado. | Updates & discussion | Depth chart | Flip sheet | Game notes

SMQ: Vince Ferragamo reviews the Colorado game with Jay and Bob.

The Louisiana Tech game gets a 2:30 p.m. start and a BTN telecast.

Dave Feit breaks down the beatdown at Colorado and says its too early to push the panic button.

The Huskers’ Cam Lenhardt is one of five true freshmen in college football singled out for their performances this past weekend.

Doc’s Diagnosis: Good blocking on a play against Colorado that could have been even better. | Doc Talk podcast

Here is game-day information for this weekend’s launch of the 101st season of Nebraska football in Memorial Stadium.

Sam McKewon says the staff needs to rethink* what works for Jeff Sims and the Husker offense. | D-linemen impress*

Michigan State has suspended head football coach Mel Tucker without pay in connection with sexual harassment allegations against him.

ThotDoc’s Brain Droppings on the Colorado game.

Nebraska has opened as a 10-point favorite over Northern Illinois.

This week in Husker history: The Tom Osborne era begins with an exclamation point as the Huskers rout UCLA.

Nebraska volleyball handles Long Beach State in a sweep ahead of the Huskers’ trip to Stanford.

Colorado 36, Nebraska 14. The Huskers suffer a beatdown in Boulder. Go to the game page for coverage and commentary. | Tad Stryker: Out-hyped and Outpointed | Kaleb Henry: Mixed messaging | Highlights | Postgame presser | Carriker gut reaction

You might have heard there’s a game Saturday in Boulder. Here are the Nebraska-Colorado pregame reads from Lincoln (1, 2),* Omaha (1, 2),* Boulder (1, 2, 3), Denver and Colorado Springs. | Commentary: Shatel,* Schaefer et al., Niehoff, Woelk, Keeler, Just,* McMaster, Callahan, Stukenholtz. | Bold predictions

Husker Hour: Cole Stukenholtz and Matt McMaster discuss the Colorado-Nebraska hype, dig into their keys to the matchup and give their score predictions.

Coach Prime, all the time: Why is Deion Sanders on TV so much?

Versatility and depth will help the Huskers make up for the absence of defensive tackle Ty Robinson during the first half in Boulder.

The Huskers’ hopes may be riding on forcing Colorado into a Big Ten-style game.

ESPN’s Desmond Howard says a loss to Nebraska would deal ‘a devastating blow‘ to Colorado hype.

The Buffaloes are the betting public’s darlings this week.

Friday Husker Tailgate: A “Prime” opportunity for Big Red in Boulder.

Does this 1971 women’s soccer match in Mexico mean Nebraska volleyball doesn’t own a world record after all?

Amie Just says Nebraska-Colorado feels like a true rivalry,* and that’s a good thing.

Bob and Jay from Sunday Morning Quarterback give their CU predictions.

The PDF 2-deeps and rosters for gameday viewing are now available. (Broken link fixed.)

Adam Carriker previews the game and gives his three keys and prediction. | More picks

There was some good news on the injury front as Matt Rhule met with reporters Thursday. Go here for coverage and video from the coach’s post-practice presser. | Updates & discussion | Practice schedule

A Denver scribe declares victory in Colorado’s “keep the red out” campaign even though the stadium is expected to be 40% occupied by Nebraska fans.

Nebraska volleyball finally drops a set but handles in-state rival Creighton, 3-1. | Photo gallery

Colorado’s receivers are exuding confidence while preparing for different coverages from Nebraska.

Offensive coordinator Marcus Satterfield says the staff needs to find ways to get the ball to wide receiver Billy Kemp IV. Go here for more from Wednesday’s pre-practice press conference. | Updates & discussion

“A contrived rivalry that became real”: The Associated Press looks at the Colorado-Nebraska series.

Colorado has a huge amount of momentum going. Could the Huskers capitalize on that?

Adam Carriker takes a look at the matchup between Matt Rhule and Deion Sanders.

Opportunity awaits Nebraska. Embrace it, says columnist Alex Hickey.

Doc’s Diagnosis: Trouble at left tackle.

Week 2 college football TV depth chart: Deion Sanders’ home debut is elevated with rival Nebraska in town.

Defensive coordinator Tony White talks about what went well* in Minneapolis and the challenge that awaits in Boulder. | Video

Here’s a recap of how Husker commits fared over the weekend in high school play.

Colorado coach Deion Sanders says he’s learned “the serious nature of this rivalry, and I’m embracing it 100%. This is personal. That’s the message of the week.” | Two-way sensation | Pricy tix

Colorado is No. 22 in this week’s AP poll, giving Nebraska a chance for its first win over a ranked team* since the 2016 Oregon game.

Four Husker players met the press after Tuesday’s practice to discuss the preparations for the Colorado game. Go here for coverage and video. | Updates & discussion | Practice schedule

Doc’s Diagnosis: The turnovers that doomed Nebraska.

Colorado’s athletic director is “very open” to renewing the Nebraska series beyond next year. | Anti-red crusade

Husker Dan previews “Prime time” in Boulder.

What’s your prediction for Nebraska vs. Colorado?

Minnesota coach P.J. Fleck says Nebraska’s effective run defense had a lot to do with the Gophers’ uncharacteristic pass-heavy play selection Thursday night.

Sunday Morning Quarterback: Nebraska-Minnesota review, Demoine Adams and more.