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Dirk Chatelain breaks down why Nebraska looks far better on the stat sheets* than on the scoreboard.

Warren Powers, the former Husker player and assistant who coached Washington State and Missouri to upset wins over Nebraska in the late 1970s,* has died at age 80.

University President Ted Carter says “no decision has been made” on Scott Frost’s future. | Discuss

Tight ends Austin Allen and Travis Vokolek will have NFL decisions to make after the season.

Dave Feit says the Purdue game had the feel of a turning-point loss.

Georgia Southern, Nebraska’s third opponent in 2022, has hired former USC coach Clay Helton as head coach.

Adam Carriker discusses pros and cons of giving Logan Smothers a start at quarterback.

Veterans and active-duty military will be honored in a number of ways Saturday.

Here’s all the coverage from Tuesday’s practice, including talk about quarterbacking, costly lapses and of course the Buckeyes. | Updates & discussion for updates.

Amid speculation about his job security, Scott Frost says he’s excited for this season and next. Go here for more from Monday’s presser. | Updates & discussion | Depth chart | Flip sheet | Pregame notes

From an Ohio State site, five things to know about Nebraska.

Husker Dan looks back at the Purdue game and ahead to what remains for the rest of the season.

Husker Doc Talk wonders if the end is near for Scott Frost’s tenure at Nebraska. More day-after commentary and analysis: McKewon,* Sipple, Gabriel, Husker Mike, Peterson, Callahan, Washut.

Nebraska opens as a 15-point underdog to the Buckeyes. | Stats matchup

Here are the Pro Football Focus snap counts and position grades for the Huskers on offense and defense from the Purdue game.

ThotDoc offers his assessment of the Purdue game.

This week in Husker history: Nebraska upsets Pitt in the first Husker game to air on commercial radio.

The Ohio State game gets an 11 a.m. CDT start and a FOX telecast.

Purdue 28, Nebraska 23. The Boilermakers cash in on an abysmal second half by the Husker offense and send NU to its sixth loss of the season. Go to the game page for coverage. | Stryker: Fan Loyalty Tested | Highlights | Postgame presser | Carriker gut reaction | Big Red Over-Reaction

Tad Stryker’s pregame fan survey finds support for Scott Frost remains high.

This will be Nebraska game No. 600 with “Big Red Ed” Svendsen in attendance.

Athlon Sports previews the game and has Nebraska winning by 8. | More predictions

Here’s a rundown of Nebraska’s 5-5 track record after Big Ten bye weeks.*

Injured in the spring, promising freshman Thomas Fidone will suit up Saturday for the first time this season, tight ends coach Sean Beckton says on the radio.* | Audio

Another week, another top-shelf pass rusher for the Huskers to account for.

Tom Dienhart of Rivals’ Purdue site previews the game and predicts a narrow win for the Boilermakers. More perspectives from the Purdue side here.

You can count BTN analyst Matt Millen* among Scott Frost’s supporters: “I think he’s one of those guys you hold onto. He’ll turn the corner.”

Scott Frost says there’s a “decision to make” after competition this week at placekicker. Go here for more from Thursday’s practice. | Updates & discussion

Trev Alberts’ institutional knowledge and Husker bloodlines are invaluable assets* right now, Dirk Chatelain writes.

Scouting the Boilermakers: DN, LJS,* OWH* | Scouting the Huskers: Indy Star

The Huskers are looking for consistency in the running backs behind Rahmir Johnson.

Damian Jackson is partnering with Twin Peaks restaurants to raise money for Folds of Honor, a nonprofit that provides scholarships to spouses and children of fallen and disabled service members.

Dave Feit says it’s time to let the sellout streak die, and Jeremy Pernell ponders the likelihood of a fifth season for Scott Frost.

College Football News previews the game and picks the Huskers by six points. | More predictions | Purdue players to watch

On the radio, Trev Alberts discusses Scott Frost, Big Ten officiating, the sellout streak and more: 1, 2, 3,* 4.*

Receiver JD Spielman, who has battled injuries since transferring from Nebraska, is retiring from football, says TCU coach Gary Patterson.*

Running back Rahmir Johnson is “ready to go” Saturday against Purdue. Go here for much more from Tuesday’s practice. | Updates & discussion

Former Nebraska I-back Correll Buckhalter receives a 10-month prison sentence for defrauding the NFL’s Player Health Reimbursement Account Plan.

Bubba Starling, Nebraska’s four-star quarterback signee in 2011 who opted instead for the Kansas City Royals, announces his retirement from baseball.

Nebraska was 11th nationally in recruiting spending in 2019, according to this analysis.

Scott Frost says Adrian Martinez should be at full speed Saturday against Purdue. Go here for lots more from Monday’s presser. Updates & discussion | Depth chart | Pregame notes | Flip sheet

Time and TV for the Nov. 6 Ohio State game won’t be known until after Saturday’s games.

The Red Carpet Experience is being extended to additional Husker sports.

Husker Dan looks at the games left on the schedule.

Sam McKewon wonders what Nebraska can change* before the Purdue game. More commentary & analysis: Husker Doc Talk | Peterson* | Sipple,* Washut, Callahan.

More position snapshots: Tight ends, Defensive line.

Nebraska opens as a touchdown favorite over Purdue. | Stats matchup

This week in Husker history: Nebraska wins despite a 107-yard run by Missouri. Also, “Black 41 Flash Reverse” cements itself in Husker lore.

The LJS looks at some numbers that could determine whether Nebraska can mount a post-bye push.