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Behind the Point Spread: Michigan-Nebraska and three other games are broken down by Scott Spreitzer, Travis Justice and Dr. Rob Zatechka.

College Football News previews the game and picks Michigan to win by 20. | More predictions

Michigan State makes it official and fires coach Mel Tucker.

Punter Brian Buschini is a semifinalist for the Campbell Trophy, which recognizes academic success, football performance and leadership.

A lifelong Michigan fan has found love for Nebraska football.

Dave Feit has a wish list for Memorial Stadium’s renovation.

Nebraska is back on the College Football TV Depth Chart this week.

The Wolverines are preparing for a loud and electric atmosphere Saturday.

Defensive backs coach Evan Cooper* is confident the defense will get turnovers soon. | Video

Quarterback Heinrich Haarberg was full go for Tuesday’s practice, and receiver Josh Fleeks has moved to running back. Go here for that and more from a “bloody Tuesday” practice for the Huskers. | Updates & discussion | Practice schedule | NU-Mich. flip sheet

Carriker Chronicles: Four games in, Adam has some takeaways and a look at Michigan.

Doc’s Diagnosis: The Nebraska O-line’s pass-blocking woes persist.

Trev Alberts on the radio: “A little bit of the blueprint” of Matt Rhule is emerging. | Video

Tom Shatel sees a growing WWE vibe* coming from college coaches.

Husker Dan comes up with a new nickname for Heinrich Haarberg.

SMQ: A rugged, old-school win for the Huskers.

Luke Reimer is questionable for the Michigan game, and Heinrich Haarberg is also dealing with an injury. Go here for more from Matt Rhule’s game-week presser. | Updates & discussion | Depth chart | Game notes

Dave Feit sees progress in the less-than-flashy win against Louisiana Tech.

Doc’s Diagnosis: Good grades for the O-line’s run blocking on these two plays.

Husker volleyball improves to 11-0 with a hard-fought sweep of No. 12 Minnesota. | Photos | Volleyball State podcast

Day-after commentary & analysis: Doc Talk: Win the West? | McMaster: The turning point | McKewon: Old-school option* | Husker Mike: Report Card | Mullin: Cover Five* | Moore: Tall order ahead*

Michigan opens as an 18½-point favorite against Nebraska. | Stats matchup

ThotDoc’s Brain Droppings on the La. Tech game.

This week in Husker history: Fourth-quarter magic in 1963, 1968 and 1973.

Nebraska 28, La. Tech 14: Heinrich Haarberg and Anthony Grant rush for more than 130 yards apiece as the Huskers pull away in the second half for the win. Go to the game page for coverage, video, analysis and more. | Highlights | Postgame presser | Commentary: Stryker, Stukenholtz, Carriker.

Next week’s opponent, Michigan, started slow Saturday but handled Rutgers, 31-7.

Husker Hour: RB & QB depth charts, Luke Mullin, volleyball undefeated.

A chance of wet conditions and injuries in the backfield make ball security all the more crucial today as Nebraska faces Louisiana Tech. It appears both teams will start backup QBs. | Pregame commentary & analysis: McMaster, Mudder, Shatel,* Stukenholtz, Just,* Callahan, Schaefer et al.

Only the third set is close as Nebraska opens conference volleyball play with a sweep of No. 21 Ohio State. | Photos & more

In this film study, Tony White breaks down some plays that worked last week for his Blackshirts.

The Huskers need to keep cashing in on “pin ’em deep and make ’em pay” opportunities like they did against Northern Illinois, Brian Christopherson writes.

Friday Husker Tailgate: Gearing up for a potentially messy afternoon against Louisiana Tech with game picks and more.

Husker players study opponents’ game film* with an eye for detail and a side of Popeyes.

Check out Amarillo Mullen’s photos from Thursday night’s softball scrimmage.

There were injury updates but no word about Saturday’s starting QB as Matt Rhule met with reporters for the final time before the Louisiana Tech game. | Storms in the forecast* | Updates & discussion | Practice schedule

Carriker Chronicles: A LaTech preview and prediction, plus Nash Hutmacher discussing the Blackshirts’ improvement.

The Husker women’s basketball schedule is now complete with dates set for the 18 conference games.

Sunday Morning Quarterback previews the game and sees the Huskers winning handily.

Here’s a look at the Nebraska defense’s strength in numbers.

Scouting the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs: 1,* 2,* 3 | Predictions

Memorial Stadium* was built with Nebraska players and horse plows — through rain and a tornado.

Derek Walker of Yutan, Neb., will walk on* as a prospective fullback or linebacker.

Nebraska gets a commitment from safety/wide receiver JD Crisp, a two-sport athlete from Houston. | Coverage & highlights | Class of 2024 | Discuss

The Husker baseball schedule for 2024 is announced.

It’s a loaded college football TV depth chart this week.

On the radio, Matt Rhule discusses the importance of the goal-line stand against Northern Illinois and more.* | Video

Quarterback Jeff Sims is working his way back, and the staff may get “creative” with the remaining running backs. Go here for much more from Tuesday’s post-practice presser. | Updates & discussion | Practice schedule

Nebrasketball gets a conference opener on the road as the Big Ten schedules are announced.

The PDF 2-deeps and rosters for Saturday’s game are available now.

Doc’s Diagnosis: Better running vision might have bailed out this play.