October 2025 fresh links

On a spooky night for a few other top-10 volleyball teams, the Huskers get their 12th straight sweep by taking down No. 11 Wisconsin in Madison. | Lincoln Arneal’s Three Thoughts | Natalie Wardlow, a Lincoln Southeast grad, gave the Badgers a spark.

Husker football’s weekend visitors list.

Ben Stevens previews the Big Ten football weekend.

Poll question: Will the black-out boost the Huskers’ chances to upset USC?

How to watch and what to know: Nebraska football vs. No. 23 USC. | HuskerMax predictions | Analytics

Natalie Potts is named to the Katrina McClain Power Forward of the Year watch list. | Rienk Mast is on the Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Award watch list.

Braiden Stevens, a 2026 wide receiver from Missouri, picks up a Nebraska offer.

Three reason why Nebraska will win Saturday and three reasons they will lose to the Trojans.

The SMQ crew previews USC-Nebraska and predicts an extremely close final score.

Matt Rhule’s contract extension is now official. | What the extension means for Nebraska and college football. | Dave Feit’s seven takeaways | Shatel commentary* | One-minute report

How Nebraska matches up with USC based on Trojans’ midseason grades. | Comparing the quarterbacks

Jake Butt joins the Common Fans to discuss USC and the current state of Husker football.

How to watch and what to know: No. 1 Nebraska volleyball vs. No. 11 Wisconsin and Oregon. | Huskers ready for challenge against rival Badgers.

Josh Peterson reports that Matt Rhule has signed an extension to stay at Nebraska. Chuck Bausman says it’s the right thing to do. | Discuss.

On the radio, running backs coach EJ Barthel details how Emmett Johnson has worked to become “a true every-down back that can do it all.”

Nyziah Hunter has a prediction, team insights and humorous takes in a chat with Adam Carriker.

SMQ: Big November tests await after the Huskers skin the ’Cats.

USC provides another pivotal test for Nebraska football.

Sam McKewon* and Amie Just* agree that extending Matt Rhule’s contract would be a good move.

No Block No Rock debates if it was “just Northwestern” or if Nebraska is turning the corner.

Nebraska’s most likely final record and the chances to get to 10 wins. | Bowl projections

Nebraska’s history against blue bloods.

Ceyair Wright sets the standard* for the defense ahead of another USC matchup. | Emmett Johnson’s evolution. | Rocco Spindler battles through the pain of a broken finger.

Four questions heading into the USC game. | One-minute-practice report

Where football polls and metrics have Nebraska placed in Week 10.

Do the Huskers have a win in them Saturday? Adam Carriker gives his breakdown and prediction. | Go Big Redcast preview

Zaiyahn Ornelas, a three-time undefeated Nebraska state wrestling champion, is committed to NU.

Husker volleyball is preparing for adversity by increasing the intensity in practice.

Preventing big plays will be key against USC.

Dana Holgorsen wants it cold this Saturday, while John Butler is preparing for the hot USC offense. | One-minute practice report

Nebraska continues to gain on Wisconsin in the Big Ten/Abbott Blood Drive.

Dave Feit says there’s a key difference that will make Saturday night’s blackout more impactful than earlier attempts.

Chris Fort digs into Nebraska’s six previous contests with USC.

Britt Prince has been named to the Nancy Lieberman Point Guard of the Year Preseason Watch List.

The next step for the Huskers is learning to win in November and making a run at the CFP.

Volleyball State discusses Nebraska’s 20-0 start and looks ahead to the Wisconsin match Friday.

Ahmad Hudson, a 2027 five-star tight end, could be back on Nebraska’s radar. | Illinois three-Star DL adds a Husker offer.

See which Huskers still could redshirt with the regular season two-thirds complete.

Fred Hoiberg’s Huskers moved past some cold shooting in the early going to bury Midland 91-50 in an exhibition Monday night.

Husker Dan reviews Northwestern and previews USC.

Chuck Bausman: If Matt Rhule isn’t a candidate for the Penn State job, someone should say so.

Several recruits give their reactions after attending the Northwestern game.

Nebraska tops the midseason Big Ten volleyball power rankings. | Latest AVCA

Kenneth Williams is the Big Ten co-special teams player of the week.

Matt Rhule confirms that O-lineman Teddy Prochazka is done for the season. Go here for more from Monday’s presser. | Depth chart | Expectations for the Blackout crowd | One-minute report

An identity change on offense helped the Huskers win the “Battle for NU,” Dave Feit writes.

Special teams performances are giving Nebraska a margin for error that hasn’t existed for years.

Ben Stevens reviews the Big Ten football weekend.

The Common Fans wonder if Nebraska football is getting better. | On using “outside noise”

The Husker women’s soccer season ends with a 1-0 loss to Michigan.

Dr. Rob Zatechka and Travis Justice break down the play in the trenches Saturday, while Adam Carriker tees off on CFB officiating. More commentary & analysis: Husker Mike, McKewon,* Mullin*

Do the Huskers have a path to the College Football Playoff?

Check out the offensive and defensive PFF grades and snap counts from the Northwestern game.

Nebraska opens as a one-score underdog to USC. | Chance to get a ranked victory. | NU receiving votes.

The win over Northwestern was gritty, ugly and beautiful. | EJ delivers again | Analytics review | Raiola’s resolve in make-or-break win | Andrew Marshall | Donovan Jones | David Braun’s reaction

This week’s stats matchup shows the tall task that awaits the Blackshirts against USC.

Bid on the Texans for Team Jack Golf Classic auction.

ThotDoc’s Brain Droppings on the Northwestern game.

See what three of Nebraska football’s latest recruiting targets have to say.

This week in Husker history: Hanging a hundred on Creighton; Bill Jennings’ infamous words; running wild against Mizzou.

Nebraska volleyball stays perfect with a sweep of Michigan State. | Lincoln Arneal’s Three Thoughts | Jeff Sheldon’s 3 Sideouts | Depth & Discipline | Gallery

Remarkable returns: Kenneth Williams from 95 yards out, Rocco Spindler from a gruesome injury.

Nebraska 28, Northwestern 21: After a double-digit lead is squandered, a clutch fourth-quarter drive puts the Huskers back on top and secures bowl eligibility. Go to the game page for coverage. | Commentary: Stryker, Henry, Carriker | Highlights | Postgame presser | Big Red Over-Reaction | After Football

Fans grade O-line coach Donovan Raiola in Tad Stryker’s pregame survey.

The Huskers will try to get up off the mat Saturday against a Northwestern team with momentum on its side. Here are some pregame reads from Lincoln (1, 2),* Omaha (1, 2),* and Chicago.* | Commentary & analysis: Callahan, Babcock, Christopherson, Bruntz et al., Bonah, Shatel,* Just,* Doody.* | Saturday Morning Coffee

Fred Hoiberg is focused on keeping the Huskers grounded heading into another exhibition.

Nebraska women’s basketball tunes up for the season with a 104-40 exhibition win over Mount Marty.*

Nebraska volleyball dominates Northwestern for a 10th straight sweep. | Lincoln Arneal’s Three Thoughts | Huskers have won 31 consecutive sets. | Gallery

Tedarius Hughes, a four-star safety committed to Florida State, is visiting Nebraska this weekend.

Poll question: Was the Minnesota game just a one-off flop or a sign of bigger issues?

Ben Stevens previews the upcoming Big Ten football weekend, including Nebraska vs. Northwestern.

The Associated Press explores Husker fans’ tradition of sportsmanship.

How to watch and what to know: Nebraska football vs. Northwestern. | Not an “easy win” | Huskers focused | Comparing the quarterbacks | HuskerMax predictions | Analytics Preview

Former Husker Roger Craig is one of 34 “senior” players still in the running for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s 2026 class.

Three reasons why Nebraska will win and three reasons why Nebraska will lose vs. Northwestern.

SMQ previews the Northwestern game and says it’s gut-check time for the Big Red.

Dylan Raiola is added to the Manning Award watch list. | Ceyair Wright is a midseason All-American.

Troy Dannen acknowledges both the frustration and the loyalty of Husker Nation.

Matt Rhule spent his final media availability of the week previewing Northwestern and updating the injury statuses of Rocco Spindler and Malcolm Hartzog Jr. | One-minute report

Mike’l Severe joins the Common Fans to rehash Minnesota and preview Northwestern.

A Northwestern site gives its three keys to a win over the Huskers.

Former Husker defensive coordinator Tony White says he has received death threats amid Florida State’s losing streak.

How to watch and what to know: No. 1 Nebraska volleyball vs. Northwestern and Michigan State. | How Andi Jackson is thriving again.

Nebraska wrestling picks up a pair of commitments: 2026 Jason Singer | 2027 Wyatt Hanssen

Ari Wasserman discusses Nebraska’s 5-2 start on the I-80 Football Show.

Three-star edge Keysan Taylor talks Nebraska offer.

Matt Rhule vs. the Big Ten? Below .500 record.

Madison Square Garden? Wrigley Field? Husker volleyball is looking at a new venue to play at next season. | Best offense ever?

SMQ: The Huskers wilted in a trench fight. Can they turn things around against Northwestern?

Dylan Raiola sounds off on the Husker response after Friday’s loss. | Marques Watson-Trent discusses Nebraska’s mindset.

Nebraska’s struggles after reaching five wins. | Could TJ Lateef be an answer?

Northwestern coach David Braun is aiming to keep Nebraska’s special teams from being a difference-maker Saturday.

A Northwestern insider has “massive respect for Raiola” but predicts a Wildcat win.

Where Nebraska stands in the national college football rankings in Week 9.

Memorial Stadium is No. 14* in The Athletic’s ranking of college football venues.

The Huskers are hoping to shed their “soft” reputation this week.

Keysan Taylor, a 2027 edge rusher from Illinois, picks up a Nebraska offer.

Andrew Marshall calls out complacency. | Archie Wilson is “still just kicking a ball.”

On the radio, Troy Dannen expresses trust* in Matt Rhule’s rebuild and teases some Nov. 1 surprises.*

Adam Carriker gives his Northwestern game preview, four keys and prediction, plus what to make of Matt Rhule’s strong words this week.

Luke Lindenmeyer knows the Huskers must tighten up on offense and protect the quarterback.

Northwestern’s strengths are likely to exploit Nebraska’s weaknesses.

How predictable was the Minnesota loss?

Dana Holgorsen and John Butler reflect on the latest loss and react to Matt Rhule’s Monday comments. | One-minute practice report

Nebraska’s most likely final record and the chances to get to 10 wins. | Pattern of October losing

Matt Rhule wants more balance with the offense and increased touches for specific players.

Albert Simien, a 2027 offensive line target for the Huskers, is now a five-star.

Bill Busch and Adam Carriker dissect the Huskers’ troubles in the trenches and more.

Dave Feit’s redshirt tracker has new numbers after the Huskers’ seventh game.

Northwestern’s leading rusher, Caleb Komolafe, is expected to play Saturday after leaving last week’s game with an injury.

Husker Dan reviews Minnesota and previews Northwestern.

Husker middle blocker Andi Jackson is named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week.

Trevor Tarr dives into what we’ve learned about Husker football in 2025 and what lies ahead.

Charles Britton III, a rising 2027 wideout from Michigan, picks up a Nebraska offer.

Ty Schlagel, a four-star small forward in the 2027 class, commits to Nebrasketball.

Matt Rhule says he’s “pissed off” at himself and his assistants for not getting the team prepared for Minnesota. | One-minute practice report | Depth chart

The USC game in Lincoln on Nov. 1 will have an NBC broadcast in prime time.

The Common Fans review the Minnesota debacle. | Dave Feit: Huskers at a crossroads?

The Matt Rhule to Penn State rumors persist.

Josh Peterson says he’s done trusting Husker football.

Ben Stevens reviews the Big Ten football weekend, including Nebraska’s miserable trip to Minneapolis.

Nebraska soccer’s California road trip is a split against USC and UCLA.

Nebraska pulls away in each set to sweep Michigan in front of another record crowd on the road. | Lincoln Arneal’s Three Thoughts

Former Husker assistant Jay Norvell is fired in his fourth season as Colorado State’s head coach.

TJ Birkel breaks down what went wrong at Minnesota and what comes next. More: Carriker’s concerns, Zatechka/Justice analysis

Nebraska faces its biggest week of the season as an eight-point favorite over Northwestern. | Stats matchup | 11 a.m. start on FS1

Poor tackling reared its head again in Minneapolis. | How the Gophers made Nebraska one-dimensional.

This week in Husker history: The Notre Dame series begins with a game 110 years ago that hinged on missed and made extra points.

Check out the offensive and defensive PFF grades and snap counts from the Minnesota game.

Four observations from Nebrasketball’s 90-89 exhibition win over No. 8 BYU.

Where the loss at Minnesota ranks in the Matt Rhule era. | Analytics review

It was a disappointing homecoming for Emmett Johnson. | ThotDoc’s Brain Droppings

Jahsiear Rogers, a four-star wide receiver and Penn State commit, is set to visit Nebraska.

Minnesota 24, Nebraska 6. Dylan Raiola is sacked nine times as the Huskers fall absolutely flat in Minneapolis. Go to the game page for the details. | Commentary: Schubert, Stukenholtz, Stryker, Henry, Carriker | Highlights | Postgame presser | Big Red Over-Reaction | After Football | Husker Hour

Nebraska volleyball stays perfect with a sweep at Michigan State. | Lincoln Arneal’s Three Thoughts

“I don’t know if he realizes the impact he has on my life:” Luke Lindenmeyer on his special bond with 12-year-old brain cancer patient Liam Settles.

The Huskers will battle a nemesis tonight and perhaps a substantial distraction as well when Nebraska and Minnesota square off in Minneapolis. Here’s a batch of pregame reads from Lincoln (1, 2),* Omaha (1,* 2)* and the Twin Cities (1, 2, 3).* | Commentary & analysis: Bausman, Callahan, Bruntz et al., Burns, Shatel,* Liebert, Just.* | Analytics Preview

Rienk Mast and Jamarques Lawrence are ready to open their final year with an exhibition against No. 8 BYU.

Poll question: Does Matt Rhule’s “destination job” comment ease worries?

The EA Sports simulation had Nebraska starting 5-1, but what does it say about the Minnesota game?

Ben Stevens previews Week 8 for Big Ten football, including Nebraska at Minnesota.

Trae Taylor, 2027 QB commit, shuts down his recruitment: “I’m Locked N.” | Discuss

On Sports Nightly, Mike Ekeler discusses the special teams’ overhaul.

Matt Rhule tells Pat McAfee that Nebraska is “not a jumping-off job.”

How to watch and what to know: Nebraska football at Minnesota. | The quarterbacks | The running backs | HuskerMax predictions

How to watch and what to know: Nebraska volleyball’s weekend at Michigan and Michigan State. | Record crowds expected

Husker defensive back Ceyair Wright is a second-teamer* on The Athletic’s midseason All-America team.

Three reasons why Nebraska will win or lose against Minnesota.

Fred Hoiberg discusses the stiff test Nebrasketball faces in Saturday’s exhibition against No. 8 BYU.

The SMQ crew expects the Huskers to solve their rodent issues Friday night.

P.J. Fleck is working to crack Nebraska’s “NFL style” defense.

Amir Brown, a 2027 four-star running back and North Carolina decommit, is set to visit Nebraska.

Would Matt Rhule bolt for Penn State? Jeremy Pernell sizes up the situation. | What potential candidates are saying. | Oddsmakers favor Rhule. | Josh Peterson with Shehan Jeyarajah of CBS Sports | Views from Pennsylvania*

Khalil Taylor, a 2027 four-star wideout and Penn State decommit, is set to visit Nebraska.

Is Harper Murray the best all-around outside hitter in the nation?

Husker Dan reviews Maryland and previews Minnesota.

Matt Rhule addresses his team’s focus and preparation for Minnesota at his Wednesday media session.

Lavonte David had the biggest performance among former Huskers in week six of the NFL.

The Huskers’ pass defense faces another test against Minnesota.

Nebraska features one of the youngest groups in the nation on both sides of the ball.

Dave Feit hands out his midseason position grades for the Huskers.

Where Nebraska stands in national college football rankings in Week 8.

A Minnesota podcaster thinks Nebraska will win Friday. | Matt Rhule’s friendship with P.J. Fleck will be put on hold for four quarters.

Josh Peterson joins the Common Fans to discuss Rhule rumors, Minnesota and more.

Is the Huskers’ years-long Gopher problem about to end? Adam Carriker gives his preview and prediction. | Go Big Redcast, Minnesota week

Emmett Johnson’s decision to return is paying dividends for the Huskers. | In his own words | Dane Key is all in on winning.

Nebraska is targeting Djidjou Bah, a defensive line commit for Wisconsin.

Allie Sczech is thriving in her new role off the bench.

Walk-on Kenneth Williams is grateful that his impactful returns and dedication have been rewarded.

Through four games this season, concessions revenue at Memorial Stadium is up even though alcohol sales are far short of projections.

Cam Lenhardt details the late-game mentality for the Blackshirts.

A former Matt Rhule player and staffer says Rhule would take the job because “home is home.” | Raiola: He ain’t going anywhere

Dana Holgorsen weighs in on Matt Rhule’s candidacy for the Penn State job at Tuesday’s media availability. | One-minute report

SMQ says it was messy at Maryland, but it was Nebraska’s kind of win.

Fact or fiction? Dave Feit examines the Curse of the Surrender White uniforms.

Four questions heading into the Minnesota game.

Why Nebraska’s 5-1 start isn’t the same as 2024. | NU’s most likely final record.

Gabe Jenkins, a 2027 four-star and Penn State decommit, is set to visit Nebraska.

It’s Minnesota week, which means it’s time to support Team Jack in the Broken Chair trophy fundraising competition.

Adam Carriker breaks down Dylan Raiola’s performance through six games by various categories, plus Matt Rhule’s options. | Go Big Redcast midseason check-in

The latest AVCA poll has Nebraska still on top, with Texas stealing a first-place vote.

Has Nyziah Hunter emerged as Nebraska’s WR1?

See what has changed in Dave Feit’s redshirt tracker after the Maryland game.

Matt Rhule history with and Penn State AD Pat Kraft. | The Athletic’s take.*

Kaleb Henry says Matt Rhule’s most interesting comment Monday wasn’t about Penn State, but about Nebraska’s investment.

Matt Rhule met with the media Monday addressed the Penn State opening, the win at Maryland and what’s coming up with Minnesota. | One-minute report

Nebraska’s five coolest, most sensational plays of the season so far.

Nebraska has offered Kemon Spell, a five-star running back who just decommitted from Penn State.

Are the Comeback Cornhuskers building something special in 2025? | Ranking the remaining games.

Nebraska soccer notches a Senior Day victory over Maryland, 2-0.

Is it safe to say the groin-kick era is over? Dave Feit weighs in after the Huskers’ win at Maryland. | Raiola’s roughest night becomes a defining win. | Culture shift

Ben Stevens reviews the weekend for Big Ten football, including a Husker win and Penn State firing.

Husker Doc Talk and Adam Carriker take up Saturday’s win at Maryland and the Matt Rhule talk. More commentary: Stukenholtz, Husker Mike, McKewon,* Mullin*

Nebraska football’s emerging identity – clutch, grit and closing time. | Emmett Johnson’s big game

Nebraska volleyball goes to West Lafayette and sweeps No. 12 Purdue, 25-23, 25-16, 25-15. | Lincoln Arneal’s Three Thoughts | Jeff Sheldon’s 3 Sideouts

James Franklin gets the boot at Penn State. Will Matt Rhule get a call* from State College? How big a candidate is he? Five reasons Rhule won’t go. | More commentary: Peterson, Shatel,* Feldman*

Check out the offensive and defensive PFF grades and snap counts from the Maryland game.

The Huskers have climbed into the AP top 25 but are still a couple of notches short in the coaches poll.

Five takeaways from Husker softball’s fall ball weekend against Omaha and Colorado State.

Mike Locksley says the Huskers “made the play they needed.”

Chuck Bausman: Huskers at halfway point of a promising season.

ThotDoc’s Brain Droppings on the Maryland game. | Javin Wright’s impact | Analytics Review

Nebraska opens as a 5½-point favorite at Minnesota.

This week in Husker history: Winning with just five first downs in 1960, and knocking off a top-five team on the road in 1985.

Next week’s opponent, Minnesota, rallies for a 27-20 win over Purdue.

Nebraska 34, Maryland 31. Dylan Raiola atones for three costly interceptions by driving the Huskers to the winning touchdown in the final minutes. Go to the game page for the details. | Commentary: Stryker, Henry, Bausman, Carriker | Highlights | Postgame presser | Big Red Over-Reaction | After Football | Cornhusker Counseling

2027 Husker quarterback commit Trae Taylor is set to play in the Navy All-American Bowl.

Rienk Mast and Sam Hoiberg are ready for one last go.

The Huskers are aiming for their second consecutive 5-1 start as they face Maryland today on the Terps’ home turf. Get your pregame reads from Omaha (1, 2),* Lincoln (1, 2),* Baltimore, College Park (1, 2) and Washington (1, 2).* | Commentary & analysis: Callahan, Bruntz et al., Verghese, Germack, Shatel,* Just.* | Saturday Morning Coffee

Nebraska volleyball makes quick work of Washington in a 25-14, 18, 16 sweep. | Lincoln Arneal’s Three Thoughts | Balanced attack | Gallery

Poll question: Is bringing Banana Ball to Memorial Stadium a smart move for Nebraska?

Former Husker QB Jeff Sims is likely to start Saturday for 21st-ranked Arizona State against Utah.

The SMQ squad is feeling nothing but good vibes about the Huskers’ game Saturday at Maryland.

An Elkhorn North graduate is thriving for No. 12 Purdue volleyball ahead of a date with Nebraska.

ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt* goes deep on Nebraska, Matt Rhule’s future and more.

Three reasons the Huskers will beat Maryland and three reasons they won’t. | Analytics preview

How big a candidate is Matt Rhule for the potential change from James Franklin at Penn State?

Ben Stevens previews the Big Ten’s weekend slate, including Nebraska at Maryland.

Nebraska soccer ends a three-game losing streak by topping Purdue.

Fred Hoiberg shares renewed confidence at Big Ten Media Days in Chicago.

How to watch and what to know: Nebraska football at Maryland. | HuskerMax predictions

The Savannah Bananas are set to play at Memorial Stadium and Haymarket Park in 2026.

Act quickly for a chance to win lodging and tickets to the USC game in Californians for Nebraska’s raffle. The drawing is Sunday.

Know your foe: The quarterbacks | The running backs

Matt Rhule’s final media appearance before heading off to Maryland featured travel roster talk, a Malcolm Hartzog Jr. update, rain in the forecast and more. | One-minute report

Who needs to step up after the graduation of Alexis Markowski.

Chuck Bausman looks at Nebraska’s nation-leading pass-defense numbers. | Ceyair Wright’s contribution

Split Zone Duo’s Alex Kirshner discusses Nebraska football, the upcoming game at Maryland, and the CFB season.

“An unfiltered look”: Why Matt Rhule has leaned into podcasting.*

Nyziah Hunter is exhibiting breakout potential. | Dylan Raiola isn’t looking past Maryland. | Henry Lutovsky

Two Huskers make PFF’s teams of the week.

The Daily Nebraskan scouts the Terps. | Maryland is planning to exploit NU’s run defense.

Mike Cavallo breaks down Tulsa transfer Jared Garcia’s game for Nebrasketball.

How to watch and what to know: Nebraska volleyball vs. Washington and No. 12 Purdue. | No complacency | Teraya Sigler’s increasing confidence

A single transfer portal window for football has received NCAA approval.

Husker Dan reviews MSU and previews Maryland.

Adam Carriker and Jacory Barney Jr. dive into the Huskers’ offense, special teams and more ahead of the trip to Maryland.

Is Nebraska’s pass defense for real? Maryland will provide the biggest test yet, Dave Feit writes.

The Husker men and women have TV designations and start times for basketball season.

Where Nebraska stands in the college football rankings in week 7. | One-minute practice report

The process for volleyball season ticket reseating is out. Here is everything you need to know.

Brandon Vogel joins the Common Fans to discuss Michigan State and Maryland.

How Matt Rhule has fared in road games in his college coaching career. | Nebraska’s historic travel trends.

Lincoln Arneal dives into Nebraska volleyball’s latest road record, the new court that’s coming, and more.

Is Nebraska primed to keep piling up the points? SMQ thinks so! | Carriker’s Maryland preview & prediction | Go Big Redcast: It’s OK to be positive

Up next for Nebraska: A different kind of mobile quarterback. | Dawson Merritt‘s growing role.

Dana Holgorsen dives into details of the offense’s stretch of ineptitude against Michigan State and the challenge posed by Maryland’s sack-happy defense. | One-minute practice report

Matt Rhule says the offensive line needs to block better.

Former Husker P.J. Smith says the Huskers “don’t deserve the Blackshirts right now.”

TJ Birkel has four questions for Nebraska football headed into Maryland week. | What is the Huskers’ most likely final record?

Cole Stukenholtz says the Husker offense has to improve. | Winning Differently

An Evening With Husker Stars — Johnny Rodgers, De’Mornay Pierson-El, Keithen McCant and Vershan Jackson — will take place Oct. 18 in Norfolk, Neb.

With a fifth game now under their belts, it’s certain that several true freshmen won’t redshirt. See Dave Feit’s tracker for details.

Game-changing special teams and an improved Blackshirts unit tell the story of Nebraska’s win over Michigan State.

A trio of true freshmen has earned the confidence of Matt Rhule and the coaching staff.

Jeff Sheldon empties his notebook on Nebraska volleyball’s dominant weekend. | AVCA Rankings | Volleyball State

DeShon Singleton is named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week, while Gunnar Gottula makes the Pro Football Focus national team of the week and Javin Wright earns a spot on PFF’s Big Ten team. Jacory Barney Jr. is the Jet Award Return Specialist of the Week.

Matt Rhule says he’s excited for the game at Maryland and isn’t interested in complaining about travel. | Three observations on the latest depth chart. | One-minute report

Rabbit or duck? Dave Feit sees good and bad in the win over Sparty. | Triumphs and Traumas

Ridin’ the storm out: The Common Fans review the Michigan State game. | Adam Carriker: A corner turned?

Ben Stevens reviews the weekend of Big Ten football, including Nebraska’s 11-point victory. | Rhule on the conference’s challenges

Saturday’s win over Michigan State was the epitome of a roller coaster ride.

Nebraska soccer suffers a third consecutive loss.

Nebraska is closing the gap on Wisconsin in the Abbott/Big Ten Blood Drive.

Nebraska opens as the betting favorite for its next game at Maryland. | Huskers-Terps stats matchup

Nebraska football moves closer to the top 25 in the AP and coaches polls.

Check out the offensive and defensive PFF grades and snap counts from the Michigan game.

Here’s a batch of day-after commentary from Husker Doc Talk, Husker Mike, Sam McKewon,* Mitch Sherman* and Luke Mullin.*

Mike Cavallo analyzes Husker freshman catcher Jeter Worthley.

Dayton Raiola discusses peer recruiting, Tray Taylor, his brother Dylan, and more.

Jacory Barney Jr.’s big play was the spark Nebraska needed vs. Michigan State. | ThotDoc’s Brain Droppings | Cornhusker Counseling | Analytics Review

The special teams gave Mike Ekeler a heck of a good birthday present.

Cooper Terwilliger, a four-star tight end from South Dakota, has Nebraska in his top four.

This week in Husker history: Heartbreaking losses to Florida State (1980), Texas Tech (2005) and Wisconsin (2015).

Manaia Ogbechie shines in Nebraska’s sweep at Rutgers. | Lincoln Arneal’s Three Thoughts

Nebraska 38, Michigan State 27. The Huskers recover from a dreary stretch of offensive ineptitude and battle back to beat the Spartans. Go to the game page for the details. | Stryker commentary | Carriker Gut Reaction | Highlights | Postgame presser | Big Red Over-Reaction | Four Observations

Next week’s opponent, Maryland, blows a 17-point lead in the final quarter and loses to Washington, 24-20.

What’s the top conference in college football? Husker fans’ choice is clear in Tad Stryker’s pregame survey.

The Huskers begin their quest for a four-win month of October when Michigan State visits Lincoln on Saturday. Here are pregame reads from Lincoln,* Omaha (1, 2),* Lansing,* Grand Rapids and Detroit (1, 2).* | Commentary & analysis: Bausman, Callahan, Bruntz et al., Brooks, Shatel,* Just,* Marik,* Comparoni* | Saturday Morning Coffee

Amy Williams says Natalie Potts and Allison Weidner are still rehabbing from last year’s season-ending injuries.

A Husker video shows the story of DJ and DeShon Singleton.

Former Huskers Roger Craig and Pat Fischer are among 52 senior nominees for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Nebraska volleyball hammers Penn State at Rec Hall, 25-6, 25-15, 25-13. | Jeff Sheldon’s 3 Sideouts | Lincoln Arneal’s Three Thoughts | Discuss

Trevor Tarr sees changes in both the offense and defense for Nebraska football. | Players to watch

Poll question: Which issue can Nebraska least afford to repeat against Michigan State?

Junior Saunders, a four-star offensive lineman in the 2027 class, has picked up a Nebraska offer.

The SMQ crew sees the Huskers winning easily over the Spartans.

How to watch and what to know: Nebraska football vs. Michigan State. | HuskerMax predictions | Visitors list

Mike Cavallo looks at what new Nebrasketball guard Quentin Rhymes brings to Lincoln.

Ben Stevens previews the Big Ten weekend slate, including Nebraska-Michigan State.

Dylan Raiola is 25th in an ESPN ranking of Power Four quarterbacks.

Rebekah Allick is added to the AVCA Player of the Year watch list.

Matt Rhule says Nebraska is ready for the wind Saturday, as well as the opportunity against MSU. | How college football parity is driving NU’s preparation. | One-minute report

Taylor Swift has a new album out on Friday, which has brought mixed results for the Huskers in the past.

The Big Ten is playing second fiddle to the SEC in football TV ratings* so far this season.

How important is going 4-0 in October for the Huskers?

On Sports Nightly, Dana Holgorsen says he wants to run the ball more.

Nebraska defensive back Donovan Jones is “one of those guys that’s a winner.”

Know your foe: A comparison of the running backs for Saturday. | Husker WRs vs. Spartan DBs

No Block No Rock looks at how Dylan Raiola is proving national critics wrong with his play.

The Big Ten is reportedly considering a private capital deal that would infuse at least $2 billion into the league and its schools.

ESPN’s Ryan McGee talks college football, including Nebraska and year three with Matt Rhule.

How to watch and what to know: Nebraska volleyball’s weekend at Penn State and Rutgers. | Huskers ready for another round with the Nittany Lions.

2027 QB Trae Taylor gives a recruiting update. | 2026 OT Rex Waterman confirms his loyalty.

Jeremy Pernell recaps the first month of the Huskers’ season and sees a thing or two that might be done differently going forward.

Spartan podcaster is confident Michigan State will pull the upset on Saturday.

Husker Dan wonders if the Michigan State point spread is too high.

Jeff Sheldon breaks down Nebraska’s upcoming match at Penn State.

Nebraska baseball’s 2026 schedule is here.

Dylan Raiola stresses red zone urgency against the Spartans. | Raiola is named to the Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year watch list.

Where Nebraska stands in national college football rankings this week.