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• Milt Tenopir, Aaron Taylor and Adam Julch will be the Legends Radio Show guests at 9 a.m. Saturday at DJ's Dugout in Omaha.

• MSU left tackle Jack Conklin lost weight to take on the likes of Randy Gregory. | Full-strength O-line | Defending the defense | Offense's rise*

• John Papuchis says Connor Cook's mobility in the pocket and his receivers' abilities will pose challenges for the Husker defense. More from Tuesday's practice: HuskerMax Report | Video | Notes: 1, 2,* 3*, 4 | Audio | Injury update* | Gregory's block | Tweets | Photos

• See and hear Tommy Armstrong talk about the matchup on BTN Live.

• From Spartan country, here are a couple of videos previewing the game.

• Our printable rosters and two-deeps for the MSU game are now available.

• Go six minutes into this podcast to hear Huskers Illustrated's Michael Bruntz discuss the players' mood and what to expect Saturday.

• Ameer Abdullah's Heisman chances are on the rise in Vegas' eyes. | Vote

• Nebraska is front and center in this analysis of the financial impact of conference realignment.

• Bo Pelini and Mark Dantonio discuss the matchup* in the weekly Big Ten teleconference. | Bo on concussions | BTN Pelini interview

• Michigan State says about 1,000 tickets are available for Saturday.

• Hear Rob Zatechka discuss the high stakes and why the Huskers should be feeling confident against Michigan State.

• Ameer Abdullah's durability* is crucial to NU's offense and gives No. 8 a shot to break Mike Rozier's school rushing record.*

• The Huskers are eager* to atone* for last year's foibles against MSU.

• The Huskers were hyped as the Big Ten's new bully, but that title belongs to the Spartans, says a Lansing columnist. | Five things to watch

• Freshman defensive back Kieron Williams* had to learn* the “dollar” in a hurry. | Q&A: Davie,* Westerkamp* | Notes* | Five Pelini quotes

• See how Husker recruits and prospects fared in weekend play.

• A Michigan columnist says the Spartans must handle the spotlight better than they did a few weeks ago at Oregon. | NU by the numbers

• Hear Damon Benning's breakdown of NU's performance against Illinois.

• Jeremy Pernell previews the game and sees the Huskers escaping from East Lansing with a narrow victory.

• Faux Pelini and the Spartans' punter exchange ideas on Twitter.

• Bo Pelini says Josh Mitchell and Ameer Abdullah are good to go for Saturday night's game, but David Santos' status remains uncertain. More from Monday's press conference: Video | Notes1,* 2,* 3 | Taylor out for year | Quotes | MSU perspective: 1, 2, 3, 4

• The Jack Hoffman update includes reasons for both hope and worry.

• Ameer Abdullah is named Big Ten player of the week on offense.

• Known in recent years for its defense, Michigan State now has an offense* that's clicking. | Philosophical contrast* | Mental edge?* | Notes*

• No one needs to remind Tommy Armstrong Jr. that ball security will be crucial in East Lansing for the Husker offense.

• Tim Beck and Scott Frost are mentioned as possible candidates to replace Charlie Weis, who was fired Sunday as Kansas' head coach.

• Jeremy Pernell and Husker Mike assess NU's performance vs. Illinois.

• Ndamukong Suh appears set to leave the Lions after this season and is said to have his eye on a move to New York.

• O-lineman John Raridon discusses his commitment* to the Huskers: “I really didn't see a place I’d rather go.”

• The Ameer bandwagon is picking up passengers, Randy York writes.

• A Canadian columnist finds “sporting bliss” at Nebraska.

• This week in Husker history: Three future first-round NFL draft picks make their Nebraska debuts. The opponent was Wyoming. What was the year?

• The Huskers move up No. 17 spot in the coaches' poll and 19th in AP.

• See how the Huskers and Spartans match up statistically. (Link fixed.)

• Nebraska 45, Illinois 14. The Huskers pile up 450-plus yards rushing and pull away from the Illini. Go to the game page for all the coverage. | Stryker commentary | Postgame video | Big Red Over-Reaction

• The Huskers get 2016 commitments* from O-linemen John Raridon of Iowa and Bryan Brokop of Illinois.

• Here's some backup channel info in case BTN's 5 p.m. game runs long.

• Check out the motivational video for tonight and more pregame material.

• Illinois may start Reilly O’Toole at QB because of an injury to Wes Lunt.

• Next week's opponent, Michigan State, rolls past Wyoming, 56-14.

• Damon Benning recalls the intensity* that hardened the 1994 team.

• The LJS recaps 50 memorable moments* from 125 years of NU football.

• The Huskers aim to maintain momentum and focus as they kick off Big Ten play tonight as heavy favorites against Illinois. Here's the pregame coverage fromOmaha,*Lincoln (1, 2, 3, 4, 5),*Grand Island (1, 2, 3),*Champaign (1, 2, 3, 4),Decatur,PeoriaandChicago (1, 2).Commentary: Shatel,* Sipple,* York, Tate, Callahan.

• Husker Salute could use your help in meeting its fundraising goal for next month's annual weekend event in Lincoln.

• Randy York takes a shot at ranking the Huskers' top 10 wins of their 400 at Memorial Stadium and invites readers to submit their own lists.

• The owner of a scouting service looks at Ameer Abdullah's NFL potential.

• Tommy Armstrong is No. 2 in these Big Ten QB explosiveness* ratings.

• This isn't just another game for Illinois native Jordan Westerkamp, whose dad played for the Illini in the 1980s.

• Father-and-son Huskers Bill and Jesse Kosch reminisce about the five national championships they were part of.

• Illinois' veteran offensive line* will test the Huskers' young D-line, coach Rick Kaczenski* says at the Big Red Breakfast.

• Flippin, Rathman, Reynolds and more: The Grand Island paper marks Nebraska's 125th football season with this special section: PDF | HTML

• Go four minutes into this segment to hear Tyrone Hughes’ discuss recruiting (including a Barry Switzer story), coaching and more.

• Dave Feit's latest Hot Takes cover the return of Boyd Epley, the band's Fear Ameer tribute, Tim Miles and the balloon petition.

• Stopping the run has been a tall task for Illinois so far this year.

• De'Mornay Pierson-El* and Josh Kalu* were two under-the-radar recruits but have been quick to exceed expectations. | Notes*

• The new “Husker Bucks” meal program* has been an instant hit.

• Steve Sipple takes a mulligan* on predicting the Big Ten West champ.

• Alex Lewis has fit in well* at left tackle but can rattle off several areas in which he needs to improve.

• Ameer Abdullah gets some good press in the Twin Cities.

• Here's a math-heavy preview of NU vs. Illinois from Hail Varsity. | 3 keys

• Bo Pelini says David Santos probably won't play Saturday but calls the linebacker's injury "nothing long term." More from Thursday's practice: HuskerMax Report | Video & photos | Notes: 1,* 2,* 3 | Audio

• Zac Lee & Jay Moore break down the Miami game and preview Illinois.

• Illinois has returned 125 tickets, which are available at Huskers.com.

• Friday will be an important day for young Avery Harriman.

• Four-star athlete Jaason Lewis* picks Arizona State over Nebraska.

• Mark Pelini is a semifinalist for the William V. Campbell Trophy.

• Husker commit Kendall Bussey has transformed from “runt” to “Mini Bus.”

• Check out the early round of Illinois-Nebraska predictions.

• Poll question: Should the Memorial Stadium balloon release be ended?

• Tom Shatel says numbers alone* don't define Ameer Abdullah

• Whether they're trying to get in his head or at his knees, Randy Gregory is attracting other teams' best shots.* | Notes: 1,* 2*

• “Fear Ameer” will be part of the marching band's halftime show Saturday.

• A ride aboard the Husker Helicopter is being raffled as part of Husker Fans Salute the Troops. Enter the drawing here.

• Plan now for Chicagoans for Nebraska's events for NU vs. Northwestern.

• The OWH, LJS and Corn Nation preview the Illini. | Ferguson rising

• Former Husker Jay Foreman analyzes the linebackers' play and more in as he reviews the Miami game.

• As Illinois tries to solve its slow starts, the Husker defense* has had its own issues early in games. | Trap game?* | Notes: 1,* 2

• Josh Mitchell is quick to credit Trevor Roach for Saturday's momentum-changing TD, and Bo Pelini tips his hat to the student section.*

• Fans can help promote Ameer* by voting in the Heisman & Hornung polls.

• David Santos wore a knee brace and didn't practice Tuesday. More: H’Max Report | Video | Notes: 1, 2,* 3,* 4 | Audio: Collins, McMullen, Lewis

• A UNL English faculty member is petitioning for an end to the balloon release at Memorial Stadium. | Discuss

• Saturday's trouble has prompted an alcohol ban this weekend at the Lincoln Indian Center tailgate site.

• Randy Gregory is named the Lott Impact Trophy player of the week.

• Nebraska is preparing for an Illinois offense* whose coordinator is tough to predict and “thinks outside the box,” Bo Pelini says.

• Ameer Abdullah has risen to No. 4 in the ESPN Experts' Heisman poll.

• We inadvertently had Miami lineups in our printable two-deeps for the Illinois game. The corrected version is here.

• Boyd Epley returns to the university as assistant athletic director for strength and conditioning but will not oversee football S&C. | Discuss

• Tale of the Tape breaks down several plays from the Miami game.

• Dave Feit reports on the special night at Memorial Stadium.

• Saturday night's noise* is something the team would like more often.

• A Chicago writer sees little substance behind the Illini's 3-1 record.

• Vote here for Ameer Abdullah, who is one of four nominees for the Capital One Cup Impact Performance of the Week.

• Miami's unexpected scheme on offense made it a rough night for the Husker linebackers.* | Dime time for Kalu* | Success with takeaways* | Givens Price Q&A* | Notes*

• Josh Mitchell talks on BTN Live about his big touchdown and more.

• Husker Dan has admiration – and a nickname – for Ameer Abdullah.

• Here are some Monday updates and video from Illinois. | Up-and-down QB

• Justin Prestidge offers his observations on the Miami game.

• Bo Pelini says the defense had lapses in technique and communication against Miami that need to be corrected. Also, Ameer Abdullah has some advice for Jameis Winston.* More from the game-week press conference Monday: Video | Audio | Crowd's impact | Notes & analysis: 1, 2, 3 | Five quotes

• Check out the 1994 team's Tunnel Walk from Saturday's game.

• Derek Johnson assesses the Miami game and what might happen next.

• Former Husker kicker Alex Henery signs with the Detroit Lions.

• The Michigan State game will be a national telecast* on ABC.

• Poll question: Will Ameer pass Rozier in the record books?

• Nebraska might now be the Big Ten's best shot for the playoff, but winning out will require surviving some stern road tests.

• Ameer Abdullah is the Big Ten co-offensive player of the week and one of two players on the Paul Horning Award honor roll. | A Heisman portrait

• Here's how the Iron N's south endzone banner display came to be.

• Athlon Sports sees a new identity emerging in the Huskers, and Steve Sipple says Tim Beck* has at least temporarily silenced his critics. | McKewon's rewind* | Questions at LB* | Takeaway revival* | Notes: 1,* 2*

• Jeremy Pernell and Husker Mike weigh in on the game.

• Hear Rob Zatechka and Dave Rimington discuss the run game and how Ameer Abdullah stacks up against other great Husker backs.

• Changes are planned at the site of a tailgate* that turned ugly.*

• Here's a four-minute highlight reel from Saturday night's game.

• See how Nebraska and Illinois stack up statistically through four games.

• This week in Husker history: The Huskers crush Pacific, but a blood clot puts Tommie Frazier on the shelf.

• Former Husker quarterback Keithen McCant is thrilled to get his long-lost Big Eight championship ring back.

• The Huskers climb to 19th in the coaches' poll and 21st in AP.

• Nebraska 41, Miami 31 The Huskers use a punishing ground game led by Ameer Abdullah and a big defensive play by Josh Mitchell to subdue the Hurricanes. Coverage, stats, and multimedia can be found on the game page. | Stryker commentary | Postgame video | Big Red Over-Reaction

• Next week's foe, Illinois, escapes with a 42-35 win over Texas State.

• Brook Berringer is certainly not forgotten amid the 1994 team's reunion activities, and a BTN documentary on his life will air this fall.

• It doesn't match the sky-high stakes of some Miami-Nebraska clashes of decades past, but tonight's game holds plenty of significance for the 2014 Huskers and ’Canes. Get the coverage from the papers in Omaha (1, 2),* Lincoln (1, 2, 3, 4),* Grand Island (1, 2, 3), Orlando (1, 2), Miami (1, 2) and Palm Beach. Commentary: Shatel,* Sipple,* York, Barfknecht,* Vogel, Callahan, Forde, Huskers Illustrated.

• In this video, former Miami star Clinton Portis says Nebraska will have no answer for Miami's speed in the deep passing game.

• Here's more on the recruiting weekend, plus an overall recruiting update.*

• Dirk Chatelain calls the 1984 Orange Bowl the greatest game in Husker football history and provides a detailed recap.*

• Here's a video recap of the Huskers' preparations for Miami.

• Get ready for the game with KLIN's Friday Tailgate podcast.

• Mauro Bondi* suffers a broken collarbone* in a motorcycle accident.

• Which of the two teams is closer to a return to glory?

• Athlon Sports previews the game and picks Nebraska by a touchdown.

• It'll be a grueling fight* in the trenches, offensive line coach John Garrison* tells a Big Red Breakfast crowd in Omaha.

• Lee Barfknecht has a passel of anecdotes from past NU-Miami games.*

• Undersized cornerback Barron Miles came up big* for the 1994 Huskers. That team's captains became leaders in life.

• Crowd noise could be a problem for Miami's O-line, but the 'Canes say they're ready for it. | A fresh Duke

• Steve Sipple says Miami's speed advantage might not amount to much. | Test for Armstrong* | Hovey steps up* | Notes*

• Get to know future Husker Christian Gaylord* from Baldwin City, Kan.

• Randy Gregory is No. 7 on Mel Kiper's updated 2015 NFL draft board.

• Here's more on the longtime friendship of Brad Kaaya and Terrell Newby.

• Receiver Sam Burtch is out for the season with a torn ACL. More from Thursday's practice: HuskerMax Report | Video | Notes: 1,* 2,* 3 | Audio

• Pregame banter between the teams has broken out on Instagram.

• A renegotiated marketing deal with ING will bring an extra $21 million* to the Athletic Department over the next six years.

• Husker Dan reviews the Fresno game and looks forward to Miami.

• KETV catches up with linebacker Corey McKeon for Throwback Thursday.

• Ameer Abdullah is in the running for the Senior CLASS Award.

• Dozens of 1994 Huskers will be on hand to sign autographs at the Husker Nation Pavilion before Saturday's game.

• See and hear Kenny Bell talk about the Miami matchup and more on BTN.

• Running backs Rex Burkhead and Ameer Abdullah have a friendship that has helped shape the Husker program.

• Dave Feit's hot takes touch on 4th-quarter music and more. | Fresno recap

• Poll question: Which Husker unit faces the greater challenge vs. Miami?

• Saturday's Legends Radio Show guests: Terrell Farley & Michael Booker.

• Just about everyone's picking Nebraska in the early round of predictions.

• With his performance at Fresno, receiver Lane Hovey* is no longer an unknown to Husker fans. | Notes*

• Angry Dad sees parallel paths colliding again for the Huskers and ’Canes.

• Saturday is your chance to strike a pose with NU's Heisman winners.

• More on the history of the NU-Miami rivalry: USA Today | AP | Shatel*

• Mauro Bondi hasn't forgotten Miami's recruiting snub in 2011.

• Hear the Ameer Abdullah interview from Wednesday's Doug Gottlieb show.

• Some high-profile recruits* will be visiting for Saturday's game. | NU notes*

• Saturday’s showdown in Lincoln is an opportunity for the ’Canes to prove this year’s defense really is improved. | UM notes: 1, 2*

• Miami quarterback Ryan Williams, who tore an ACL in the spring, is now game-ready and available if needed Saturday, coach Al Golden says.

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• It was a humbling spring for juco transfer defensive end Joe Keels,* who expected instant success. | Kevin Williams' comeback

• Our printable rosters and 2-deeps for the Miami game are now available.

• Check out Nebraska Wingman, the latest tailgate/fancave accessory.

• Corn Nation and the Lincoln paper preview the ’Canes.

• Mike Rozier, Eric Crouch and Johnny Rodgers will make appearances Saturday as the Heisman House Tour visits Pinnacle Bank Arena.

• Here's a statistical examination of what makes Ameer Abdullah stand out.

• The Hurricanes and Huskers are both more than a decade removed from their glory years, and ESPN.com looks at why.

• Miami and Nebraska have star running backs whose similarities don't end with thier jersey number. Notes: 1,* 2*

• Miami's defense will bring a newfound attitude to Lincoln but is on guard against emotional penalties. | Big test for Kaaya | “Stop No. 8” | UM notes

• The 1994 Huskers, to be honored this week, are remembered by Tom Osborne as his most remarkable team. Here's why.

• A Lincoln band puts a new spin on the old fight song “The Cornhusker,” a.k.a. “Come a-runnin’ boys.” | Glee club version

• A coach breaks down some big plays from the Fresno State game in Hail Varsity's latest installment of Tale of the Tape.

• The San Antonio paper looks at the rise of local kid Tommy Armstrong.

• Former Husker great Bob Newton will do a live chat Wednesday

• John Papuchis says sound tackling will be a key to containing the Miami offense's big-play* capabilities. More from Tuesday's practice: HuskerMax Report | Video | Audio | Notes: 1, 2,* 3* | Photos

• Husker I-back Terrell Newby and Miami quarterback Brad Kaaya are teammates* from years past. | UM notes | Al Golden's presser

• Ameer Abdullah discusses football, faith and much more in this extensive ESPN.com profile.

• The last time Miami came to Lincoln, the 1976 Huskers dominated statistically but had to rally in the fourth quarter to win. | The rivalry

• Tommy Armstrong's “violent” running* is serving as a key component of the offense and an inspiration to teammates.

• The Miami game is this week's most expensive ticket on the secondary market, even though some single seats remain for sale via the university.

• NU's renewed commitment to special teams* is paying off. | Fyfe Q&A*

• Miami quarterback Brad Kaaya is a true freshman, and the Husker defense aims to make him play like one.

• Bo Pelini shares Tom Osborne’s go-for-two thinking in the 1984 Orange Bowl against Miami. | Order the shirt

• Hear Rob Zatechka talk about Nebraska and Miami past and present – including some second-guessing about the 1995 Orange Bowl.

• Miami wide receiver Phillip Dorsett hopes to extend his streak of big games. | UM notes: 1, 2

• A writer for a Miami fan site is already impressed by Husker hospitality.

• Junior defensive tackle Kevin Williams is glad to be back in action* after two knee injuries. Jake Cotton Q&A* | Sleepy crew* | Notes*

• Ameer Abdullah says the O-line needs to improve* and must focus on fundamentals. More from today's press conference: Video | Notes* | Quotes | Back on their feet | Burtch returns

• Poll question: Can NU's run game stay on pace against the ’Canes?

• Finally, extensive highlights from the Fresno State game are available.

• Warren Buffett places a wager on the Huskers in Vegas and wins.

• Miami suspends reserve quarterback Kevin Olsen, once slated to be this season's starter, after his arrest on a DUI charge.

• De'Mornay Pierson-El is named Big Ten special teams player of the week.

• Monday morning commentary: Steve Sipple* on what the Huskers avoided | Lee Barfknecht* on the Big Ten's struggles

• Miami coach Al Golden is considering some personnel tweaks.

• Jeremy Pernell and Husker Mike reflect NU's performance at Fresno.

• Bo Pelini has few complaints about how the defense* fared against Fresno State's fast-paced, pass-happy attack. | McKewon's rewind* | Notes*

• See how the Huskers match up statistically with the ’Canes, who rank eighth nationally in total defense.

• This week in Husker history: Nebraska's use of two quarterbacks at once provides controversy in a 1959 loss to No. 17 Texas.

• The Huskers fall one spot to 22nd in the coaches' poll and re-enter the AP rankings at No. 24. | Sipple ballot*

• Nebraska 55, Fresno State 19 The Huskers use big plays on a hot night to put away the Bulldogs. Coverage is accumulating on the game page. | Stryker commentary | Postgame video | Audio highlights

• Even with his son playing for Fresno State, Husker legend Willie Harper says he can't root against Nebraska.

• The Huskers will wear all-white uniforms tonight. | Motivational video

• Next week's opponent, Miami, cruises to a 41-20 win over Arkansas State.

• Brian Burrell will get the start at QB* tonight for the Bulldogs.

• Here's parking and stadium info for those in Fresno. Lots open at 2:30 p.m.

• The heat will be on in Fresno tonight when the up-and-down Huskers look for consistency in their first road test. Get the pregame reads fromOmaha (1, 2),*Lincoln (1, 2, 3, 4),*Grand Island (1, 2)*&Fresno (1, 2, 3, 4).*Commentary: Shatel,* Sipple,* Barfknecht,* Sherman, Callahan.

• Get some insights on Fresno State in this Q&A.

• Here are a few photos of Friday's practice and flight to Fresno.

• Dave Feit borrows a page from his hometown church's playbook for an idea on how to appease Husker fans of all generations on game day.

• Hall-of-Famer Bob Brown sees the Huskers through a historic lens.

• This Nebraska promotion on Ameer Abdullah's behalf packs some voltage.

• Miami suspends defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad for the season.

• Here's a 2-minute video recap of NU's preparations for Fresno State.

• Dirk Chatelain says a return to power football* could help the Big Ten bridge the gap with the Southeastern Conference.

• Nebraska expects an "up-tempo, wide-open" attack from Fresno State's offense,* Charlton Warren tells a Big Red Breakfast crowd in Omaha.*

• “You're nothing but a scatback”: View this CBS Sports feature on Ameer Abdullah, his family and what motivates him.

• Better tackling* is the goal as the defense tries to avoid allowing "leaky yardage." | Gerry in comfort zone*

• Fresno State's starter at QB will be a game-time decision. | Not like ’08*

• Fresno State receiver Josh Harper, son of former Husker great Willie, looks forward to his second go-round* against NU. | Analyzing Fresno | 3 keys

• Givens Price thanks those who've helped him along his unique journey.

• Future Huskers: Catching up with Jared Bubak* and Aaron Williams.*

• KETV catches up with Pat Ricketts, Bo & Barrett Ruud and Zac Taylor for Throwback Thursday.

• There's still time to enter CFN's drawing for tickets to the Illinois game.

• Randy Gregory and Kenny Bell are good to go for Saturday, and Joshua Kalu could see significant action at dime back. More from practice Thursday: HuskerMax Report | Notes: 1, 2,* 3,* 4 | Tweets | Video | Audio

• See Johnny Rodgers Saturday in Kearney and taste his private-label wine.

• Hear some game-week analysis from ex-Huskers Jay Moore and Zac Lee.

• Nobody's going with an upset so far in the NU-Fresno State predictions.

• Poll question: Will Nebraska cover the 10-point spread at Fresno State?

• Check out the new FearAmeer website that the Athletic Department is using to promote Ameer Abdullah* for various national awards.

• Today is your last chance to get in on the HuskerMax tailgate at Fresno State. Sales end at midnight CDT.

• Tom Shatel says the Big Ten doesn't have to sell out* to be competitive, but it does need to “loosen up the bow tie” a bit.

• Fresno State is trying to shore up its run defense vs. the Huskers.

• The Legends Radio Show will air Saturday at 9 a.m. from Robert’s Nursery, 6056 N. 156th St. in Omaha, with Mark Tranowicz, Dean Steinkuler, Harry Grimminger and Milt Tenopir.

• Greg McMullen's training* prepared him for the heavy workload he faced Saturday at defensive end. | Fixable mistakes*

• Injuries in the receiving corps* complicate Nebraska's quest to get its passing game back in sync. | Notes: 1,* 2*

• The LJS breaks down the Bulldogs in this scouting report.

• The Huskers' offense isn't getting itself in favorable third-down situations.

• Dave Feit breaks down what can be learned from the McNeese game.

• Mitch Sherman sees high risk and low reward for the Huskers at Fresno.

• From Football Outsiders, a look at the qualities that make Ameer Abdullah a potential long-term starter in the NFL.

• O-lineman David Knevel tells his hometown paper in Canada that it was good to see his first game action.

• Angry Dad finds surprises and similarities in the McNeese game.

• The Huskers are tweaking their road routine* for the late start at Fresno.

• Are the Big Ten's playoff hopes riding on Nebraska?

• Tale of the Tape: A coach analyzes a few plays from Saturday.

• The quarterback position is one of the areas Fresno State coach Tim DeRuyter is evaluating* after the Bulldogs' rough start. | Quick deficits

• Former Nebraska quarterback Steve Taylor grew up in Fresno and knows it'll be a tough environment for the Huskers. | Fresno notes

• Check out these videos of the latest Huskers to enter the Nebraska Football Hall of Fame: Hochstein, Mandelko, Ruud & Johnson.

• Randy Gregory returns to practice and says his main hurdle now is mental,* not physical. Tim Beck, meanwhile, tries to figure out what was behind the offense's second-half collapse.* More from Tuesday's practice: HuskerMax Report | Notes: 1,* 2* | Video | Audio | Photos

• Watch and hear Ameer Abdullah discuss how the team intends to rebound from Saturday's subpar performance.

• Huskers in the NFL: Here's the Week 1 report.

• Print out our rosters & two-deeps for viewing the Fresno State game.

• Bo Pelini says the team will be prepared* for the night game on the road, and Randy Gregory has a good chance of playing.

• Fresno State sees the Huskers’ running game as a special challenge.

• Freshman De'Moray Pierson-El* has had a strong start on punt returns* but says he can do better. | Josh Mitchell Q&A*

• The receivers aim for precision* in their routes to shore up the air game.

• The Huskers were hindered by first-down struggles* on both sides of the ball Saturday. | Lessons learned* | McMullen Q&A* | Notes*

• Here's a rundown of Husker commits' action in weekend prep games.

• The NCAA eliminates Penn State's bowl ban and scholarship cuts.

• Husker Dan and Jeremy Pernell review the good and the bad of the nail-biter against McNeese State.

• Bo Pelini says there's plenty of blame to be spread around for the Huskers' troubles in the passing game and other areas* Saturday. More from Monday's press conference: Video | Notes: Five quotes | 1,* 2*| Discuss

• Poll question: Would the Huskers have won without the “Ameer-acle”?

• Sam Foltz earns Big Ten special teams player-of-the-week honors.

• Ameer Abdullah makes the Hornung Award's four-man Week 2 honor roll. And here's the McNeese audio of his winning TD.

• Injuries at receiver add urgency* to Tommy Armstrong's learning process, Steve Sipple writes, while Sam McKewon sees a dwindling margin for error* as NU's depth is tested. | “A lot to fix” on O-line* | Notes: 1,* 2*

• Hear Rob Zatechka and Dave Rimington recap Saturday's game and discuss the disadvantages of running from the shotgun formation.

• From Randy York, the anatomy of Ameer Abdullah's amazing TD run.

• What's ailing the Big Ten is a lack of playmakers,* Lee Barfknecht writes.

• Husker Mike’s report card on the game contains lots of F’s.

• The Huskers drop to No. 21 in the coaches' poll and tumble all the way out of the AP Top 25. | Sipple's ballot*

• The Nebraska-Fresno stats matchup is a one-sided affair, but the Bulldogs' schedule strength to date almost certainly distorts things.

• This week in Husker history: A breakout game for Eric Crouch, and Guy Chamberlin considers transferring to an East Coast school.

• The Big Ten's image took a beating in high- and low-profile games.*

• Taylor Martinez is busy with app development and real estate but hasn't given up on a football comeback.* | Eric Martin's motivation*

• Two dozen families who share a vision to increase research into pediatric brain cancer took in Saturday's game.

• Next week's opponent, Fresno State, falls hard to Utah, 59-27.

• Nebraska 31, McNeese State 24. Ameer Abdullah bails out the Huskers with an eletrifying catch and run in the final half-minute. Coverage, stats and multimedia can be found on the game page. | Commentary: Stryker, Johnson | Postgame video & audio | Big Red Over-Reaction

• Lincoln Christian tight end Jared Bubak* becomes NU's first 2016 commit.

• A few Fresno State tickets on the 30-yard line have become available.

• Terry Connealy recalls some legendary drills* in 1994 that few got to see: Ones vs. ones, O-line vs. D-line, in the pit in North Stadium.

• The Huskers have a prominent role* in a new book about Barry Switzer.

• Spencer Long* has moved from one O-line tradition to another.

• It's likely the last of the FCS foes for Nebraska as McNeese State comes to town. Get the lowdown on today's game from the papers in Omaha (1, 2),* Lincoln (1, 2, 3, 4),* Grand Island (1, 2, 3)* and Lake Charles. Commentary: Sipple,* Shatel,* Callahan.

• Who's the “King of Knockdowns” on the O-line? Jake Cotton and Alex Lewis are vying for the title – and the belt that goes with it.

• Watch this new Ameer Abdullah highlight reel from Week 1.

• Here's a two-minute segment from Bo Pelini's chat today with Tim Brando.

• Alex Hickey, the main beat writer for McNeese State, talks about the Cowboys' strengths and weaknesses in this Q&A.

• This 2-minute video recaps the Huskers' preparations for McNeese State.

• ESPN.com chronicles Alex Lewis' transformation over the last 16 months.

• The O-line* is a diverse, multinational group that's gelled as a “big family.”

• Get the podcasts of the Friday Tailgate for the McNeese game.

• Tim Beck said last year's two-QB system took a toll on leadership at that position.* More from Friday's Big Red Breakfast: 1,* 2,* 3* | Corn Flakes

• The Cowboys don't intend to be tune-up fodder* for the Huskers, and quarterback Daniel Sams* has the potential to shine.

• Get to know future Husker Michael Decker* of Omaha North.

• Tom Osborne's record reflects a steady approach* to game preparation, regardless of the caliber of opponent.

• Howard Hawks is on this list of top-25 teams' big boosters.

• Two new Nebraska football Hall-of-Famers share a basketball memory.

• Randy Gregory won't play Saturday but should be available against Fresno State. Also, new snapper Paul Kelly is likely to see action. More from Thursday's practice: HuskerMax Report | Notes: 1,* 2, 3* | Video | Audio

• This week's printable rosters and two-deeps are available for downloading.

• Caleb Amundson, last year's Nebraska Heroes Game honoree, will help kick off this year's nomination process.

• Poll question: What needs fixing in the punt return game?

• A Florida Atlantic cornerback says the Owls were overconfident and would beat Nebraska in a rematch* because of their superior speed. | Discuss

• Check out the early round of predictions for Saturday's game.

• Maturity* and motivation have helped make the Huskers' freshman defensive backs* quick studies. Notes: 1,* 2*

• The LJS breaks down McNeese State in this scouting report.*

• De'Mornay Pierson-El has no shortage of confidence as a returner.*

• Fresno State's No. 1 kicker has left the team for personal reasons.

• Quincy Enunwa is arrested after a fight at a New Jersey hotel.

• McNeese will start Tyler Bolfing at QB, but Daniel Sams will also play.

• Jay Foreman breaks down the FAU in a Q&A with Huskers Illustrated.

• Former Huskers Josh Bullocks, Lornell McPherson and Benard Thomas will be Saturday's Legends Radio Show guests:

• Playing time has come quickly for Joshua Kalu,* while it's been a long time coming for Jack Gangwish.* | Notes: 1,* 2*

• Drew Brown credits his brother* for putting him on the path to kicking.

• Husker Dan reviews the romp over Florida Atlantic and expects more of the same this Saturday.

• The Huskers have picked up a long-snapper transfer from Miami, Paul Kelly, a December grad with immediate eligibility. More from Tuesday's practice: HuskerMax Report | Notes: 1,* 2, 3, 4* | Video | Audio | Photos

• ESPN the Magazine examines the disparate sides of Ndamukong Suh.

• Johnny Stanton met high standards to receive the Sullivan Scholarship.

• Hear the podcast of the Ameer Abdullah inverview on Jim Rome's show.

• Justin Prestidge reviews the season opener, and a coach provides some insights on the offense's performance. | Sherman: Frightening efficiency

• Ameer Abdullah climbs to No. 5 in ESPN's Heisman poll.

• Nebraska rises to No. 18 in the coaches' poll and 19th in AP. | Sipple ballot*

• Wisconsin gets thinner at QB as shoulder problems shelve Joel Stave.

• Miami has the ingredients for a turnaround* despite Monday night's loss, Sam McKewon writes, likening the Canes to Wisconsin of 2012.

• Willie Harper thought he might be a Husker running back — until he was knocked out cold by Rich Glover in practice. Read more from our interview with Willie, who’ll be part of HuskerMax’s Fresno tailgate.

• Even at age 11, Jordan Westerkamp had the hands.

• It's no secret that there can be perils in facing an FCS foe.*

• Drew Brown* says he's benefited from the competition* at kicker.

• Freshman safety Kieron Williams knows discipline,* and it has helped him get a quick start to his Husker career. | Notes: 1,* 2* | Moudy Q&A* | Turnover quest* | 5 Pelini quotes

• Take a glance at Minnesota's 1905 feat that the Huskers couldn't completely erase from the Big Ten record books Saturday.

• Hear Dr. Rob Zatechka's thoughts on Randy Gregory's injury, the matchup with McNeese State and more.

• Tom Shatel says the Big Ten should take a scheduling cue* from the SEC.

• Jordan Westerkamp talks with BTN about his catch. | Stranger than fiction

• Johnny Stanton was glad to get his first real game action in 708 days.

• Randy Gregory is doubtful* for the McNeese State game after minor knee surgery.* More from Monday's game-week press conference: Video | Audio | Quotes | Discuss | Pregame notes | McMeese's presser

• Ameer Abdullah earns Big Ten player of the week honors on offense.

• The offense's efficiency* and the defense's rebound* pleased coordinators Tim Beck and John Papuchis.

• Seats remain available for Californians for Nebraska's bus tour to Fresno.