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Husker safety Eric Lee* talks about his “unreal experience” Saturday and preparing for the game at Colorado.

Colorado QB Steven Montez says the Huskers this week have been “talking enough for both of us.” Meanwhile, CU’s athletic director issues a plea for fan civility. | Kiszla: Hug a Husker* | Grudge match

Husker Dan looks at the challenge awaiting Nebraska in Boulder this weekend.

Maurice Washington’s legal case in California is delayed again,* until Oct. 17.

Center snaps, defense and special teams were topics as coaches and players met with reporters after Tuesday’s practice. Get all the coverage here. | Updates & discussion

Nebraska moves into the top 25 in the coaches poll and drops one notch in the AP rankings.

Three Husker assistants — Greg Austin, Travis Fisher and Barrett Ruud — have received $25,000 pay raises.

Adam Carriker says the Husker offense can get well* against Colorado’s defense.

The intensity is cranking up for the game at Colorado, and so are ticket prices.* | Shatel: Compelling moments*

Snap quality — or a lack thereof — affected the offense’s fortunes Saturday.

Scott Frost said at Monday’s press conference that “we’ve got to practice better,” and “the good thing is I think we got their ear on that.” Go here for all the coverage. | Updates & discussion | Depth chart | Pregame notes | Stats matchup

Hail Varsity takes a look at Wan’Dale Robinson’s strong debut.

Pro Football Focus names Eric Lee to its Team of the Week.

The LJS looks at memories good and bad from the migration to Boulder.

Monday Morning Quarterback: What’s the more urgent need for improvement this week, the running game or the passing game?

ESPN’s Bill Connelly says Saturday was a reminder that building jobs don’t always fall perfectly into place the way Scott Frost’s UCF build did.

Luke Gifford and Devine Ozigbo make NFL 53-man rosters as undrafted rookies.

The Huskers have lots to work on as they prepare for their trip to Boulder. More day-after commentary and analysis: Peterson: Martinez’s off day | McKewon’s rewind* | Husker Mike’s report card | Vogel: 4 surprising stats | Christopherson’s musings | Washut: 5 burning questions

Nebraska opens as 7.5-point favorites over Colorado, but the line quickly drops to 5.5

The Huskers get their first commitment for 2021, from Fort Lauderdale defensive end RJ Sorensen. | Clouse analysis | Discuss

This week in Husker history: A 6-foot-3, 260-pound “Goliath” of secret identity is said to be among the prospective members of Nebraska’s 1904 squad.

Stanley Morgan and Devine Ozigbo are among former Huskers cut* by NFL teams.

Nebraska 35, South Alabama 21. Opportunistic plays on defense help make up for a lackluster showing by the Husker offense. Coverage, commentary and more are accumulating on the game page. | Stryker commentary | Highlights | Postgame presser | Photos

Tad Stryker’s gameday survey finds that Wan’Dale Robinson is the new player that fans are most excited about.

The Huskers are by all accounts better equipped physically and mentally than a year ago as they get set to open their second season under Scott Frost against South Alabama. Get the pregame reads from Lincoln (1, 2, 3), Omaha* and Mobile. Commentary: Sipple, Shatel,* Cavanaugh, Callahan, Peterson, Christopherson

FLIP SHEET | PREDICTIONS | CHAT+AUDIO | BBS

Next week’s opponent, Colorado, pulls away in the second half for a 52-31 win over Colorado State.

Thanks to all who helped test our new free game chat. The live page is now up and running.

Carol Frost, Grant Wistrom, Ed Weir and four others were inducted Friday into the University of Nebraska Athletic Hall of Fame. More: 1, 2, 3,* 4

See which recruits and prospects will be visiting Saturday.

Knowing how bad things might have been, Khalil and Carlos Davis understand their upbringing has been “a blessing.”

Husker247 breaks down the two-deep for Saturday. | Depth chart

Jeremy Pernell says the special teams are positioned to continue improving as they did late last season. | All position previews

Grant Wistrom and Jay Foreman are happy too see Scott Frost putting new emphasis on the Blackshirts.

Scott Frost discusses his approach to player discipline without getting into specifics of recent cases. | More*

Tom Osborne says Adrian Martinez has “probably has the best combination of skills* of any quarterback I’ve seen at Nebraska.”

Jeremy Pernell sees a lot to like in the defensive secondary.

Get your limited-edition Nebraska Five-Time Football National Champions bobblehead.

Scott Frost says a decision on Maurice Washington’s status is still pending. Get all the coverage of Thursday’s practice here. | Updates & discussion

Here are some things to know about, including adjustments to the Unity Walk, if you’re going to Saturday’s game.

This defense of college football concludes with positive examples from Nebraska.

Bill Moos says there’s nothing imminent regarding a rumored new standalone football facility. Also, the possibility of alcohol sales at football games* continues to be studied. | Audio

Watch the Big Red Wrap-Up preseason special.

Bill Straub, coach of 12 national champion bowling teams at Nebraska, announces his retirement.

A FiveThirtyEight writer examines the merits of Nebraska’s top-25 preseason ranking after consecutive losing seasons.

Nebraska’s $1.2 million payout* to South Alabama is less than what most other Big Ten schools are shelling out on opening weekend.

An abysmal turnover margin* over the last 15 seasons has been a curse that the Huskers have managed to partially overcome.

Wide receiver Andre Hunt and tight end Katerian Legrone have been suspended indefinitely from team activities. More from Wednesday’s practice here. | Updates & discussion

Jeremy Pernell sees depth as a concern at linebacker.

South Alabama’s defensive coordinator says containing Adrian Martinez is a more realistic goal than shutting him down.

Sports Illustrated’s bold predictions include a division title for Nebraska.