August 17, 2021

Cam Taylor-Britt is No. 11 in a countdown of top Big Ten players, and JoJo Domann is No. 26.

Nebraska and Michigan are now the lone Big Ten holdouts on alcohol sales in their football stadiums on game days.

August 16, 2021

Frank Solich discusses Husker memories, his adjustment to retirement and more in a talk with Adam Carriker.

Husker Dan shares players’ postgame memories in Part 3 of his series on the 1971 Nebraska-Oklahoma game.

Here’s a look at why an alliance involving the Big Ten, Pac-12 and ACC might make sense.

A sure sign that the season is near: Brian Brown’s printable schedule is available for downloading.

Position battles are continuing at cornerback and at a few key specialist positions, coaches said after Monday’s practice. Go here for video and coverage. | Updates & discussion. | Fall camp schedule

Is there an A.D. out there who’s tougher than Trev Alberts?

AP previews the Huskers with a focus on quarterback Adrian Martinez.

Athlon ranks the Huskers’ games by difficulty.

Adam Carriker breaks down the top contenders in the battle for the starting job at running back.

August 15, 2021

Sam McKewon says the Huskers now have the size and strength needed to win in the Big Ten & but do they have the discipline? More commentary: Shatel on Chinander & McBride | Sipple on A.D./coach dynamics | Peterson’s offensive predictions | Callahan’s weekly rundown

The Saints reportedly have released former Husker cornerback Prince Amukamara.

The marching band will warm up for the season with its annual exhibition concert Friday night in Memorial Stadium.

Ben Stille’s decision to return for one more year afforded him an opportunity to see things a little differently. | Taylor-Britt’s motivation

He has yet to experience game-day glory, but walk-on quarterback Matt Masker is a key contributor in other ways.

This week in Husker history: In 1906, Nebraska’s chancellor promises a closer watch on players’ off-field behavior. Some members of the previous year’s team had “ceased studying” and spent their evenings “playing poker and drinking.”

August 14, 2021

Defensive line coach Tony Tuioti is grateful for the stability he and his family have found in Lincoln.

Talk of getting gritty on offense must be music to the ears of a lot of Nebraska fans, Steven M. Sipple writes.

Deontre Thomas has a degree in hand and re-established good health as he works for a breakout season on the defensive line.

Samori Toure on his move to Nebraska from FCS school Montana: “I just really wanted to bet on myself.”

Tight end Austin Allen discusses leadership, the wide receivers and more in the latest “Through Our Eyes” installment.

Last year’s newcomers have been catching up after being thrown a curve in 2020.

USA Today previews the Big Ten and has the Huskers seventh in the conference’s power rankings.

August 13, 2021

Jeff Kinney shares memories of the Nebraska-Oklahoma Game of the Century with Adam Carriker.

Nebraska for the first time will host on-campus student tailgates this season featuring food, music and dozens of tents.

The LJS summarizes some notable season openers away from Lincoln.

Several current and former Huskers are receiving their diplomas this weekend.

Scott Frost indicated after Friday’s practice that tight end Travis Vokolek’s injury isn’t major, and he reported progress in the team’s vaccination rate. Go here for video and coverage. | Updates & discussion

Enter to win a ticket & lodging package for the Northwestern game in Californians for Nebraska’s fundraising drawing.

Sam McKewon ranks Nebraska’s games from easiest to hardest.

August 12, 2021

ESPN analytics guru Bill Connelly has the Huskers at No. 32 in his preseason power index — same as a year ago.

Recruiting will pick up in earnest when the calendar flips to September.

Midway through preseason camp, Sam McKewon has five questions that need answering.

An NIL deal covering walk-ons’ tuition is in place at BYU. Could it happen at Nebraska?

Ten Huskers are named to the Senior Bowl watch list.

Trev Alberts explains what made Tom Osborne’s staff great.

Steven M. Sipple wonders whether substantial improvement is in store for Erik Chinander’s Blackshirts.

August 11, 2021

Bo Pelini reflects on his Nebraska years in a lengthy conversation with former Husker Will Compton. | Discuss | OWH summary

Trev Alberts clears the air after some people fall for a Twitter hoax claiming that Lil’ Red-themed uniforms will be worn in the Oklahoma game.

Tight ends Travis Vokolek and Austin Allen were among those missing practice Wednesday. Afterward, much of the talk revolved around the competition at running back. Go here for all the coverage and video. | Updates & discussion | Fall camp schedule

August 10, 2021

Two Nebraska opponents are in the top four in the preseason coaches’ poll.

Check out BTN’s Husker fall camp show that resulted from the network’s recent Lincoln visit.

Quality depth and healthy competition on defense were recurring themes Tuesday as coaches and players spoke after practice. Go here for coverage and video. | Updates & discussion

Fifteen Husker volleyball matches are slated for national telecasts.

A running game that’s less QB-centric has potential benefits beyond not forcing the backups into the fray.

Husker fans get a sneak peek at the alternate uniforms to be worn Sept. 11. | Video: Recent alts

August 9, 2021

After spending time at practice, Tom Osborne says, “My guess is that some of the prognosticators and pundits are probably underrating us a little more than they should.”

Former Nebraska placekicker Brett Maher signs with the New Orleans Saints.

Here’s a breakdown of who’s most likely to land in the top six of the wide receiver corps. | More position musings