November 2023 fresh links

Nebraska dominates the Big Ten season awards in volleyball, and four Huskers are first-team all-conference.

Nick Henrich talks about his decision to retire and much more in an interview with Adam Carriker.

Jeff Sheldon and Lincoln Arneal get you ready for Nebraska’s NCAA tourney run in a bonus episode of Volleyball State.

Husker women’s basketball improved to 5-2 with a 77-53 win Wednesday night over Florida Atlantic. | Photos

The internet reacts to Ty Hahn’s stepping away from football for farming.

Behind the Point Spread: Breaking down the five major conference championship games.

Jeremy Pernell makes his All-Big Ten selections for 2023.

Husker Dan looks at bowl qualifiers ahead of Nebraska.

Adam Carriker gives his gut reaction to what Matt Rhule said at his Wednesday presser. More commentary: Shatel,* Just*

Offensive linemen Ben Scott and Bryce Benhart earn honorable mention as the Big Ten announces all-conference honors on offense.

Linebacker Nick Henrich announces he’s retiring from football after suffering ACL tears in two consecutive seasons.

There were no surprises as Matt Rhule announced a few roster decisions* during his postseason press conference Monday. More: About the QBs | Staff moves?* | Contented at RB* | Handling NIL* | Year 2 underway* | Video & updates

Former Husker assistant Trent Bray is named head coach at Oregon State.

Defensive lineman Carlon Jones announces his decommitment from Nebraska. | Discuss

The date has been set for the 2024 spring game: April 27. | More from Trev Alberts: 1,* 2

Metrics suggest Nebraska was the “unluckiest” team in the nation for the third time in six seasons.

Four-star offensive tackle Grant Brix from Logan, Iowa, has committed to the Huskers. | Coverage & highlights | Class of 2024 | Discuss

San Diego State, which interviewed Nebraska’s Tony White in its search for a head coach, reportedly is hiring Colorado offensive coordinator Sean Lewis for the job.

Luke Reimer lands on the third-team all-Big Ten squad, and seven other Huskers get honorable mention as the conference announces its awards on defense and special teams.

Carriker Chronicles: Is Nebraska football cursed, and how can the Huskers reverse their fortunes?

On his post-Iowa TV show, Matt Rhule discussed his message to the returning players and more.

Bill Janssen, a standout at defensive tackle for Nebraska’s 1971 national championsip team, has died at age 73. | 2004 interview

Jeremy Pernell sees this offseason as pivotal for Matt Rhule and the offensively challenged Huskers.

Doc’s Diagnosis: The most Iowa play ever.

The Huskers’ small margin for error* contributed to their no-win November.

For Husker Dan it’s deja vu all over again.

Our stats matchup between the 2023 and 2022 Huskers indicates defensive improvement more than made up for offensive regression, even if the net gain didn’t always show up on the scoreboard.

SMQ: Jay and Bob review the Iowa game.

Get up to 70% off on Omaha Steaks Cyber Monday deal.

Dave Feit: Huskers’ season ends with familiar pratfalls.

Volleyball State: Examining the path to the Final Four and breaking down the NCAA brackets.

Doc’s Diagnosis: The interception that lost the Iowa game.

An assortment of Sunday commentary as Nebraska football’s long offseason begins: Husker Doc Talk, McKewon,* Husker Mike, Mullin.*

The OWH’s Tom Shatel shares readers’ Memorial Stadium memories,* plus one of his own.

Nebraska volleyball earns the top overall seed in the NCAA Tournament and will host Long Island in the opening round.

At least two of Nebraska’s opponents next season will have new head football coaches: UTEP and Indiana.

Nebrasketball is 7-0 for the first time in more than 30 years after an 85-72 win Sunday over Cal State Fullerton. | Photos

Chasing an American football dream changed everything for Nouredin Nouili.*

From A-minus to F, Adam Carriker gives out his final grades for the 2023 Huskers.

Ninety years ago, Nebraska botched a field goal try against Iowa but turned it into the game-winning play. It’s part of this week in this week in Husker history.

The Huskers bounce back and win their regular-season volleyball finale at Minnesota in four sets. | Stats

The Nebraska women’s basketball team falls to TCU 88-81 after trailing by 20 points at halftime.

Michigan State has hired Oregon State’s Jonathan Smith as the Spartans’ head coach.

Nebraska’s $450 million Memorial Stadium project is facing fundraising questions.

Cole Stukenholtz and ThotDoc weigh in on the Iowa game.

Nebraska volleyball is unbeaten no more as the Huskers get swept at Wisconsin, and the soccer team’s postseason run ends in a 2-1 overtime loss to Stanford.

Iowa 13, Nebraska 10. The Huskers are staying home for the holidays after Iowa converts an interception in the final half-minute into a walk-off-field goal. Go to the game page for coverage. | Commentary & analysis: Stryker, Carriker, McKewon | Highlights | Postgame presser | Photos | Big Red Over-Reaction

The top Husker assistant coach? It’s no contest in Tad Stryker’s pregame fan survey.

It’s one last try for a sixth win for the Huskers against Iowa on Friday. Here are pregame reads from Lincoln (1, 2),* Omaha (1, 2),* Cedar Rapids and the Quad Cities.* | Commentary & analysis: Christopherson, Callahan, Shatel,* Just,* Bruntz et al., Binder, Reisener, Leistikow.

The SMQ team predicts a Husker victory Friday. | More picks

Natalie Potts scores 22 points as the Nebraska women beat Lamar 75-61 in St. Petersburg.

A red-hot start to the second half helps the Husker men put away Duquesne, 89-79.

“It’s been a good ride”: Senior linebacker Luke Reimer reflects on his journey from walk-on to Blackshirt mainstay.

The Big Sports show: A battle of Big Ten unbeatens and more from around the conference.

Catch tonight’s Behind the Point Spread at 8 Central for breakdowns of Iowa-Nebraska, Ohio State-Michigan and more.

Shopping for that Nebraska fan on your list? Dave Feit is here to help with his Husker gift guide.

Adam Carriker previews the Iowa game and gives his prediction. | Big Ten Show

The OWH looks back 60 years at Nebraska and Oklahoma’s decision to play football* a day after JFK’s assassination. | Game page

Linebacker Nick Henrich re-tore his ACL last week, and quarterback Heinrich Haarberg is an “emergency guy” only against Iowa. Go here for more from Matt Rhule’s Wednesday presser, plus a handful items from the Iowa perspective. | Updates & discussion

Cole Stukenholtz: The seemingly endless hunt for red December.

Friday Husker Tailgate breaks down the Iowa game and airs some grievances.

Terrance Knighton says on the radio that Ty Robinson’s decision to return next season feels like getting “a five-star out of the portal.”

It’s not a must win for Iowa, but the Hawkeyes say they’re not lacking for motivation* against Nebraska. | More Iowa perspectives

Defensive lineman Ty Robinson announces he’s returning next year for a sixth season at Nebraska. Go here for much more from Tuesday’s post-practice presser. | Updates & discussion

San Diego State has reportedly contacted Nebraska defensive coordinator Tony White in its search for a new head coach.

SMQ: Jay and Bob review the Wisconsin game.

Doc’s Diagnosis: Good fortune on a fourth-down stop against Wisconsin.

Tom Shatel wonders if this will be Kirk Ferentz’s final game* at Memorial Stadium.

Husker Dan previews the Iowa game.

Betting lines have moved, and 5-6 Nebraska is now a slight favorite against 9-2 Iowa.

Matt Rhule discussed other schools’ interest in Tony White, the state of the program, Friday’s Iowa game, clock management and more during his Monday presser. Go here for the video and coverage. | Updates & discussion | Depth chart

Volleyball State: Would a loss before the NCAA tournament actually be good for Nebraska?

Dave Feit: Loss to Wisconsin adds to the Huskers’ “what if” collection.

The heroes to be honored Friday are Josh Hicks of Nebraska and Eric Kumm of Iowa.

Doc’s Diagnosis: Chubba Purdy turns on the jets.

Take a look at the numbers behind the Huskers’ nine-year streak of overtime futility.

Day-after commentary and analysis of the loss in Madison: Husker Doc Talk, Adam Carriker, Husker Mike, McKewon,* Mullin,* Sherman.

Nebraska volleyball clinches the outright Big Ten title with a sweep of Iowa.

A 4-0 victory over UC Irvine sends the Husker soccer team to the NCAA quarterfinals.

Nebraska women’s basketball falls to No. 22 Creighton, 79-74. | Photos

Iowa opens as a slight favorite in Friday’s game, and the Hawkeyes have the edge in the stats matchup.

ThotDoc’s Brain Droppings on the Wisconsin game.

This week in Husker history: The Iowa Hawkeyes came to Lincoln averaging a gaudy 50 points per game, but Nebraska shut them out to cap a perfect 1913 season.

Wisconsin 24, Nebraska 17. A hot start goes for naught as the Huskers fall to the Badgers in overtime. Go to the game page for coverage and commentary. | Highlights | Postgame presser | Analysis: Stryker, McKewon, Carriker | Photos | Big Red Over-Reaction

Nebrasketball is 5-0 for the first time in 15 years after an 84-63 rout of Oregon State.

Husker Hour: Wisconsin football preview, Kent Pavelka and more.

The Huskers have a chance Saturday to end a decade of Badger dominance and get that elusive sixth win at the same time. Here are pregame reads from Lincoln,* Omaha (1, 2),* Madison (1, 2, 3)* and Milwaukee (1, 2, 3, 4). | Commentary & analysis: Shatel,* McMaster, Just,* Bruntz et al., Callahan, Nickel, Sanchez, Slusher.

The Huskers clinch at least a share of the Big Ten volleyball title with a sweep of Michigan. | Photos

Ella Guyott’s last-minute goal gives Nebraska soccer a 2-1 win over Tennessee and a spot in the third round of the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2004.

SMQ: Jay and Bob give their Wisconsin game prediction. | More picks

Inside Nebraska’s Zach Carpenter provides a Husker status report for a Wisconsin site.

Friday Husker Tailgate: Gearing up for Nebraska’s trip to Badger country.

Husker Dan talks about quarterbacks and turnovers.

Assistant coach Garret McGuire says on the radio that his receivers are ready to do their job no matter who’s at quarterback. | Switch to sideline*

The Blackshirts’ run-stuffing prowess* is sure to be put to the test Saturday by Wisconsin.

Former Husker Abdul Muhammad* recalls being part of a receiver brotherhood that took tremendous pride in blocking.

Adam Carriker has his Wisconsin preview and prediction, plus an interview with Nouredin Nouili.

Heinrich Haarberg will be available against Wisconsin, but who gets the starting nod at QB won’t be known until Saturday. Go here for more of what Matt Rhule Rhule said after Thursday’s practice. | Updates & discussion

Wisconsin enters the game at a crossroads in Luke Fickell’s first season. | More opponent insights | Scouting the Badgers

The Husker men find their shooting touch after intermission and roll to an 84-63 win against Stony Brook. | Photos

Behind the Point Spread: Watch tonight at 8 CST for breakdowns of Nebraska-Wisconsin and three more games.

Northwestern takes the “interim” tag off David Braun and names him head coach.

Nebraska might need to ward off multiple suitors* to keep defensive coordinator Tony White.

What is the Freedom Trophy? Something the Huskers would like to hoist for the first time in nine tries.

HuskerMax readers can get 50% off at Omaha Steaks through December. New orders get $30 off.

Nebraska women’s basketball routs Alcorn State, 79-32, but Jaz Shelley leaves the game with an injury. | Photos

Athletic Director Trev Alberts receives a new contract that runs through 2031 and doubles his salary along the way. | McKewon commentary*

Marcus Satterfield says the best days are coming soon for Nebraska’s much-maligned quarterbacks. Go here for more from Tuesday’s post-practice presser. | Updates & discussion.

Defensive coordinator Tony White is one of 57 nominees for the Broyles Award, which goes to college football’s top assistant coach. Also, long snapper Marco Ortiz is one of 10 semifinalists for the Patrick Mannelly Award.

Doc’s Diagnosis: A fake punt done right.

Nebrasketball pulls away in the final 10 minutes for a 64-50 win over Rider. | Photos

Husker Dan previews the Wisconsin game.

Matt Rhule discusses the quarterbacks’ health, the final pass against Maryland and more at his Monday presser. Go here for coverage and video. | Updates & discussion | Depth chart

SMQ: Remaining positive after what went wrong vs. Maryland.

Wisconsin’s chemistry and effort are being questioned after the Badgers’ loss to Northwestern.

Dave Feit weighs in on the Maryland game and the pivotal interception near the end.

Doc’s Diagnosis: Breaking down the Terps’ final interceptions.

Nebraska improves to 25-0 with a four-set win over Illinois. | Photos & more | Volleyball State show

Post-Maryland commentary & analysis: Husker Doc Talk, Carriker on the QBs, Husker Mike’s report card, McKewon’s rewind.*

ThotDoc’s Brain Droppings on the Maryland game.

Nebraska is a seven-point underdog against Wisconsin, and the Badgers have a narrow edge in this week’s stats matchup.

Matt Rhule goes to Tom Osborne for advice,* but the former coach isn’t pulling Nebraska’s strings.

This week in Husker history: In the game voted the most memorable of the home sellout streak, the 1978 Huskers upset Oklahoma, 17-14.

MARYLAND 13, NEBRASKA 10: Turnovers, turnovers, turnovers. The Huskers lose on a walk-off field goal after three Husker quarterbacks combine to commit five giveaways. Go to the game page for coverage. | Highlights | Photos | Commentary: Stryker, Carriker, Stukenholtz, Husker Dan | Postgame presser | Big Red Over-Reaction

Fans give offensive line coach Donovan Raiola midrange grades in Tad Stryker’s pregame survey.

Check out photos of the Husker wrestlers’ dominating win Friday night against Campbell.

A 19-2 surge in the second half puts the Nebraska women in command as the Huskers down Wyoming, 71-52.

Can the Huskers kick their turnover habit and get bowl eligible Saturday? Here are Nebraska-Maryland pregame reads from Lincoln (1, 2)* and Omaha (1, 2).* | Commentary & analysis: Stukenholtz, McMaster, Bruntz et al., Callahan, Shatel,* Just,* Ghafir.

See the video of the team presenting a military veteran with a Husker-themed motorcycle.*

Husker Dan talks about the “Prince” of a recruiting deal.

The Big Ten has banned coach Jim Harbaugh from the sideline for Michigan’s final three regular-season games.

Rienk Mast leads the way with 20 points and 16 boards as the Husker men roll past Florida A&M, 81-54. | Photos

Traevon Dunbar isn’t one of the visitors* expected for the Maryland game, but he could be the answer to Nebraska’s search for a Class of 2024 running back.

Behind Enemy Lines: Dave Feit’s Q&A with a Maryland publisher sheds light on what the Huskers can expect Saturday against the Terps.

Bob and Jay from SMQ see Nebraska winning by a field goal over Maryland.

Matt Rhule had injury updates on Malcolm Hartzog, Billy Kemp and Princewell Umanmielen after Thursday’s practice. Go here for video and coverage. | Updates & discussion

Know the foe: The Daily Nebraskan, OWH* and LJS* scout the Terrapins.

Adam Carriker gives his keys to the Maryland game plus his prediction. | More picks

Nebraska volleyball improves to 24-0 with a 3-1 win against Northwestern. | Photos

Behind the Point Spread: Huskers vs. Terps and three more of this weekend’s games.

Every game is bringing new lessons for freshman wide receiver Malachi Coleman.

It’s another opponent that doesn’t release depth charts, but we’ve done our best to put one together for our Nebraska-Maryland flip sheet.

Linebackers coach Rob Dvoracek* talks about improved tackling, the Jack position and more on the radio. | Video

Tony White and Marcus Satterfield are examining their play-calling after the loss to Michigan State. Go here for more from Tuesday’s post-practice presser. | Updates & discussion

Doc’s Diagnosis: When the run game works!

Nebrasketball rolls to an 84-52 win over outmatched Lindenwood in the Huskers’ season opener. | Photos

Husker Dan previews the Maryland game.

Husker women’s basketball opens the season with an easy win against Northwestern State. | Photo gallery

Matt Rhule’s talked punt returns, replay errors, injuries and more at his Monday presser. Go here for all the coverage. | Updates & discussion | Depth chart

SMQ: Missed opportunity vs. the Spartans.

The Wisconsin game gets a 6:30 p.m. CST start and an NBC telecast.

Dave Feit and Cole Stukenholtz weigh in on the loss to the Spartans.

Doc’s Diagnosis: Credit the opponent on this sack.

Day-after commentary & analysis of the loss in East Lansing: The Turning Point, Husker Doc Talk, Carriker’s State of the Program, McKewon’s rewind,* Husker Mike’s report card, Mullin’s Cover Five.*

Merritt Beason delivers 21 kills, nine digs and five blocks with a .475 hitting percentage as Nebraska sweeps Rutgers. | Volleyball State

Maryland opens as a 1½-point favorite over Nebraska, and the Terps also have the edge in this week’s stats matchup.

ThotDoc’s Brain Droppings on the Michigan State game.

This week in Husker history: A narrow escape at Kansas in 1993; winless on TV in the 1950s; just four first downs in a 1938 victory.

Next week’s opponent, Maryland, will come to Lincoln smarting from a 51-15 loss to Penn State.

MICHIGAN STATE 20, NEBRASKA 17. The Huskers’ offense goes AWOL for most of the second half, and the Spartans get their first win since September. Go to the game page for all the coverage. | Commentary: Stryker, Carriker, Husker Dan | Highlights | Postgame press conference | Big Red Over-Reaction

Nebraska volleyball drops the first two sets at Penn State but stays unbeaten by fighting back* for a 3-2 win.

Bowl eligibility at long last? It’s within reach Saturday for the Huskers against Michigan State. Here are pregame reads from Lincoln,* Omaha (1, 2),* Detroit (1, 2, 3, 4), Grand Rapids and Lansing. | Commentary & analysis: McMaster, Shatel,* Just,* Bruntz et al., Callahan, O’Bleness.

Husker Hour: Football and volleyball have opportunities to begin November with a bang this weekend.

Desmond Howard is ridiculed for his response to the Michigan scandal compared to his stance on Nebraska’s push to play football during the COVID year of 2020.

The Big Sports show takes up the Michigan scandal, playoff rankings and more.

SMQ: Jay and Bob preview the Michigan State game.

Friday Husker Tailgate: The quest for a sixth win and a look back at the fifth.

Game dates have now been nailed down on the 2024 football schedule. | Amie Just’s takeaways*

Film study and effort have Nebraska “flying around” on defense.*

Carriker Chronicles: MSU preview and prediction, plus insights from Ty Robinson. | More picks

Sign-stealing, Michigan State and more: Matt Rhule covers a lot of ground in a 20-minute chat with Andy Staples. | Video

New ball-security drills have been put in place this week, Matt Rhule says. Go here for more from Thursday’s practice. | Updates & discussion | A heartfelt speech

Husker Dan: Nebraska wants more than bowl eligibility.

Javin Wright is enjoying putting both DB and linebacker traits on display this season.

A collection of insights on Michigan State. Scouting reports: 1,* 2 | Fourth-quarter fades | In & out of portal | Early-impact freshman at DE

Episode 5 of GBRewind takes you behind the scenes during the Purdue game and the week leading up to it.

David Max shares a memory of Bob Knight.

The LJS looks at where the Huskers’ recruiting picture* less than two months before the early signing period. | Class of 2024

Behind the Point Spread: Huskers vs. Spartans and three more of this weekend’s games.

The Blackshirts’ vastly improved stop rate over last season quantifies what we’ve been seeing with our own eyes.

The Big Ten Show previews the national and Big Ten November picture.

Jeremy Pernell’s Mailbag: Contending for a title and keeping Tony White.