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Frager, Lawrence lead Huskers to opening night win over West Georgia
Frager, Lawrence lead Huskers to opening night win over West Georgia

Nebraska Men's Basketball was able to shake off a slow start to knock off West Georgia 86-53 on Monday night. 

NCN EXCLUSIVE: 1-on-1 with Nebraska Men's Basketball Head Coach Fred Hoiberg

NCN EXCLUSIVE: 1-on-1 with Nebraska Men's Basketball Head Coach Fred Hoiberg

1-on-1 with Nebraska Men's Basketball Head Coach Fred Hoiberg

BREAKING: Dylan Raiola to miss remainder of the season with broken fibula

BREAKING: Dylan Raiola to miss remainder of the season with broken fibula

According to reports, Nebraska sophomore quarterback Dylan Raiola will miss the remainder of the 2025 season with a broken fibula. 

Raiola leaves game with injury, USC spoils Huskers blackout game

Raiola leaves game with injury, USC spoils Huskers blackout game

Nebraska suffered another one-score loss and it came to another AP Top 25 opponent. 

No. 23 USC comes back in 2nd half to beat Nebraska 21-17 and extend Huskers' losing streak vs Top 25

No. 23 USC comes back in 2nd half to beat Nebraska 21-17 and extend Huskers' losing streak vs Top 25

King Miller ran for 129 yards and scored the go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter, leading No. 23 Southern California to a 21-17 victory over Nebraska.

Huskers blast No. 11 Wisconsin in sweep

Huskers blast No. 11 Wisconsin in sweep

The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team went on the road in front of 7,229 at the Wisconsin Field House and picked apart the 11th-ranked Wisconsin Badgers in a 25-22, 25-19, 25-13 sweep on Friday night. 

Big Red Buzz: Does Emmett Johnson make blockers 'always right?'

Big Red Buzz: Does Emmett Johnson make blockers 'always right?'

Benning said Johnson is evidence that running backs are developing at Nebraska

Big Red Buzz: Rhule finds a home at Nebraska

Big Red Buzz: Rhule finds a home at Nebraska

Damon Benning is guest on special House Rhules podcast

Matt Rhule signs two year extension

Matt Rhule signs two year extension

Matt Rhule has signed a two-year contract extension to remain at Nebraska.

Nebraska Ranked No. 2 in NWCA Preseason Poll

Nebraska Ranked No. 2 in NWCA Preseason Poll

The Nebraska Wrestling team was ranked No. 2 in the preseason NWCA coaches poll released on Wednesday. 

Blackshirts prep for high powered USC offense

Blackshirts prep for high powered USC offense

The Blackshirts know they’re in for a challenge.

Huskers will lean hard on healthy big man Rienk Mast as they try to climb in Big Ten

Huskers will lean hard on healthy big man Rienk Mast as they try to climb in Big Ten

Nebraska's basketball team has reasons for optimism this season.

Huskers embracing opportunity, night game atmosphere against USC

Huskers embracing opportunity, night game atmosphere against USC

In any sport, the team goal is to be playing meaningful games at the end of the season - a situation Nebraska finds themselves in right now as Nebraska welcomes #23 USC to Memorial Stadium for Saturday’s long-awaited blackout game.

Husker notes: Nebraska defeats Midland, 90-51, in final exhibition tune up

Husker notes: Nebraska defeats Midland, 90-51, in final exhibition tune up

Braden Frager scored nine of his 21 points in a 12-0 first-half run, as Nebraska overcame a slow start to down Midland, 91-50, Monday night in an exhibition game at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

'Need to win in November': Huskers look to begin late season with statement win over USC

'Need to win in November': Huskers look to begin late season with statement win over USC

It's been nine years since Nebraska won a game against a Top 25 opponent, but the Huskers have a chance to do that this weekend. 

Husker notes: Nebraska ends soccer season with 1-0 loss

Husker notes: Nebraska ends soccer season with 1-0 loss

The Nebraska soccer team finished its 2025 campaign on Sunday afternoon, falling 1-0 to the No. 13 Michigan State Spartans at Barbara Hibner Stadium.

Huskers Roll Past Spartans, 3-0

Huskers Roll Past Spartans, 3-0

The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team turned aside Michigan State 25-15, 25-15, 25-18 in front of a crowd of 8,496 at John Cook Arena at the Bob Devaney Sports Center on Saturday night.  

BOWL BOUND: Huskers top Northwestern 28-21, clinching bowl eligibility

BOWL BOUND: Huskers top Northwestern 28-21, clinching bowl eligibility

Nebraska will head to a bowl game for the second year in a row, after a 28-21 win over Northwestern

Nebraska grinds out winning touchdown drive after blowing lead, beats Northwestern 28-21

Nebraska grinds out winning touchdown drive after blowing lead, beats Northwestern 28-21

Emmett Johnson scored the tie-breaking touchdown with just under three minutes left, leading Nebraska to a 28-21 victory over Northwestern.

NU Notes: Huskers earn 10th consecutive sweep with win over Northwestern

NU Notes: Huskers earn 10th consecutive sweep with win over Northwestern

The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team posted its 10th sweep in a row with a 25-17, 25-13, 25-17 victory over Northwestern in front of 8,516 fans at John Cook Arena at the Bob Devaney Sports Center on Friday night. 

'Nebraska Nice' fans pride themselves on being friendly to visitors

'Nebraska Nice' fans pride themselves on being friendly to visitors

Nebraska football fans pride themselves on the way they treat visiting teams and fans.

Big Red Buzz: Bad loss stirs up self awareness

Big Red Buzz: Bad loss stirs up self awareness

Benning says Husker offense close - warts and all

Holgorsen emphasizes comfortability for Raiola in the pocket

Holgorsen emphasizes comfortability for Raiola in the pocket

Life in the pocket hasn’t been too kind to Huskers quarterback Dylan Raiola during Big Ten play.

NU Notes: Jackson Earns Big Ten Defensive Award

NU Notes: Jackson Earns Big Ten Defensive Award

Nebraska junior middle blocker Andi Jackson was named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week on Monday. 

Huskers finish perfect weekend in Michigan

Huskers finish perfect weekend in Michigan

The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team swept its ninth match in a row, 25-18, 25-13, 25-18 at Michigan on Sunday afternoon.

NU Notes: Mast Shoots Huskers Past BYU

NU Notes: Mast Shoots Huskers Past BYU

Rienk Mast made his return to action a memorable one, finishing with a game-high 31 points, including 7-of-8 from 3-point range, as Nebraska topped No. 8 BYU 90-89 in a Saturday afternoon exhibition game at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

Minnesota beats No. 25 Nebraska 24-6, sacking Dylan Raiola 9 times

Minnesota beats No. 25 Nebraska 24-6, sacking Dylan Raiola 9 times

Darius Taylor ran for 148 yards and a touchdown, Drake Lindsey completed 16 of 20 passes for 153 yards and a score and Minnesota sacked quarterback Dylan Raiola a school-record nine times in a 24-6 victory over No. 25 Nebraska on Friday night.

Huskers Sharp Once Again in Sweep of Spartans

Huskers Sharp Once Again in Sweep of Spartans

The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team won its eighth sweep in a row, 25-15, 25-18, 25-20 at Michigan State on Friday night in front of an MSU school-record crowd of 11,578 at the Breslin Center. 

Emmett Johnson ready for 'special night' in homecoming return

Emmett Johnson ready for 'special night' in homecoming return

The old saying goes, there’s no place like home - and home is exactly where Huskers running back Emmett Johnson will take the field on Friday night.

Big Red Buzz: It's fun watching Nebraska football

Big Red Buzz: It's fun watching Nebraska football

Benning says Nebraska has special teams advantage over Minnesota

Murray Earns B1G Player of the Week Accolade

Murray Earns B1G Player of the Week Accolade

Nebraska junior outside hitter Harper Murray earned Big Ten Player of the Week honors on Monday, the conference office announced. 

Rhule addresses Penn State speculation, staying focused on Huskers tilt with Minnesota

Rhule addresses Penn State speculation, staying focused on Huskers tilt with Minnesota

Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule addressed Penn State speculation at his Monday press conference.

Husker Offense Relentless in 2-0 Victory Over Terps

Husker Offense Relentless in 2-0 Victory Over Terps

The Nebraska soccer team took a season-high 12 shots on goal and 29 total and downed the Maryland Terrapins, 2-0, on Sunday afternoon at Barbara Hibner Stadium.

Penn State - Matt Rhule's alma mater - fires coach James Franklin amid midseason free fall in a lost season

Penn State - Matt Rhule's alma mater - fires coach James Franklin amid midseason free fall in a lost season

James Franklin is out at Penn State.

Huskers Post Another Road Sweep at No. 12 Purdue

Huskers Post Another Road Sweep at No. 12 Purdue

The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team began a stretch of three straight road matches with a 25-23, 25-16, 25-15 win at No. 12 Purdue on Sunday in front of 2,415 at Holloway Gymnasium. 

Raiola overcomes 3 interceptions, throws 4th TD with 1:08 left as Nebraska edges Maryland 34-31

Raiola overcomes 3 interceptions, throws 4th TD with 1:08 left as Nebraska edges Maryland 34-31

Dylan Raiola threw a 3-yard touchdown pass to Dane Key with 1:08 remaining, and Nebraska edged Maryland 34-31.

Huskers Defeat Washington, 3-0

Huskers Defeat Washington, 3-0

The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team posted a 25-14, 25-18, 25-16 sweep of Washington on Friday in front of a crowd of 8,769 at John Cook Arena at the Bob Devaney Sports Center. 

Savannah Bananas to play at Memorial Stadium and Haymarket Park

Savannah Bananas to play at Memorial Stadium and Haymarket Park

One of the nation’s most iconic stadiums will host one of the hottest current sports attractions when the Savannah Bananas visit Memorial Stadium,

Huskers Head to Chicago For Big Ten Basketball Media Day

Huskers Head to Chicago For Big Ten Basketball Media Day

Seniors Rienk Mast and Sam Hoiberg will join Coach Fred Hoiberg at Big Ten Men’s Basketball Media Day Thursday afternoon in Chicago.

NU Notes: Singleton Earns Two Honors

NU Notes: Singleton Earns Two Honors

Nebraska defensive back DeShon Singleton earned a pair of honors on Monday, as he was named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week and was recognized as the East-West Shrine Bowl’s "Breakout Defensive Player of the Week”

Huskers Held Scoreless at Northwestern

Huskers Held Scoreless at Northwestern

The Nebraska soccer team took only one shot on goal and fell, 3-0, to the Northwestern Wildcats on Sunday afternoon in Evanston, Ill. The Huskers moved to 5-3-5 (0-3-3 Big Ten) on the season, while Northwestern improved to 5-2-6 (1-1-4 Big Ten). 

Huskers put away Rutgers for fifth straight sweep

Huskers put away Rutgers for fifth straight sweep

The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team swept Rutgers 25-17, 25-15, 25-16 on Saturday night in front of a sold-out crowd of 8,000 at Jersey Mike's Arena, the largest crowd to ever watch a volleyball match in the state of New Jersey. 

No. 1 Nebraska trounces No. 16 Penn State

No. 1 Nebraska trounces No. 16 Penn State

The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team went on the road and dominated No. 16 Penn State, 25-6, 25-15, 25-13, at Rec Hall on Friday night.

Huskers unveil 2026 baseball schedule

Huskers unveil 2026 baseball schedule

The Nebraska baseball program announced the 2026 schedule on Wednesday morning. The Huskers will play 55 games, including 24 home games at Hawks Field at Haymarket Park.

Raiola's leadership after Michigan loss a positive, heading into MSU

Raiola's leadership after Michigan loss a positive, heading into MSU

After Nebraska fell to Michigan 30-27, Dylan Raiola was blunt about Nebraska sitting on a loss during the bye week.

NU Notes: Huskers Fall to No. 8 Hawkeyes, 1-0

NU Notes: Huskers Fall to No. 8 Hawkeyes, 1-0

The Nebraska soccer team was held to a season-low two shots on goal and dropped a 1-0 decision to the No. 8 Iowa Hawkeyes on Sunday afternoon at Barbara Hibner Stadium.

Huskers Pick Up Third Sweep in a Row With Win Over Maryland

Huskers Pick Up Third Sweep in a Row With Win Over Maryland

The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team earned a 25-14, 27-25, 25-14 win over Maryland on Saturday in front of a crowd of 8,477 at John Cook Arena at the Bob Devaney Sports Center. 

Huskers Drop First Match of Season on Thursday

Huskers Drop First Match of Season on Thursday

The Nebraska soccer team conceded two goals in less than a minute and fell to the Michigan Wolverines, 2-1, on Thursday evening at Barbara Hibner Stadium. 

Huskers Open Big Ten Play With Sweep of Michigan

Huskers Open Big Ten Play With Sweep of Michigan

The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team opened Big Ten play with a 25-22, 25-10, 25-13 sweep of Michigan on Wednesday in front of 8,543 at the Bob Devaney Sports Center. 

Adams Central's Kowen Rader commits to Nebraska Baseball

Adams Central's Kowen Rader commits to Nebraska Baseball

Adams Central junior Kowen Rader announced on social media Tuesday evening his commitment to play baseball at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. 

WATCH: Nebraska Basketball begins fall practice

WATCH: Nebraska Basketball begins fall practice

The Huskers have their sights set on a return to the NCAA Tournament, with the hopes of finding their first tournament win. 

Michigan State kick time announced, Huskers regroup after Michigan stumble

Michigan State kick time announced, Huskers regroup after Michigan stumble

Nebraska is focusing ahead after stumbling to now #18 Michigan 30-27 on Saturday. 

NU Notes: Huskers Post Third Straight Draw on Sunday

NU Notes: Huskers Post Third Straight Draw on Sunday

The Husker defense held No. 22 Ohio State to nine shots, and the Nebraska soccer team drew a 0-0 tie with the Buckeyes on Sunday.

Huskers Finish Off Perfect Non-Conference With Sweep of Arizona

Huskers Finish Off Perfect Non-Conference With Sweep of Arizona

The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team finished off a perfect non-conference slate with a 25-19, 25-23, 25-18 sweep of Arizona in front of 8,625 at John Cook Arena at the Bob Devaney Sports Center on Saturday night.  

Wolverines pass rush, run game too much for Huskers

Wolverines pass rush, run game too much for Huskers

On a day that began with hope for Nebraska to finally pick up the elusive Top 25 win, ends with much of Husker nation with feeling all too familiar. 

No. 21 Michigan uses 3 long TD runs to beat Nebraska 30-27, extend Huskers' skid against Top 25 foes

No. 21 Michigan uses 3 long TD runs to beat Nebraska 30-27, extend Huskers' skid against Top 25 foes

Justice Haynes rushed for 149 yards and broke one of No. 21 Michigan’s three long touchdown runs in a 30-27 win over Nebraska, extending the Cornhuskers’ losing streak against Top 25 opponents to 28 games.

'I'm fired up': Beatrice's own Nate Rohr takes over Chiefs PA duties

'I'm fired up': Beatrice's own Nate Rohr takes over Chiefs PA duties

Rohr is adding a step up, becoming the Public Address announcer for the Kansas City Chiefs.

NU Notes: Anglim Nets Last-Second Goal, Huskers Tie No. 8 Nittany Lions

NU Notes: Anglim Nets Last-Second Goal, Huskers Tie No. 8 Nittany Lions

With just over 30 seconds left in the match, senior defender Lauryn Anglim took a corner kick straight into the net to help the Nebraska soccer team draw, 1-1, with the No. 8 Penn State Nittany Lions.

Statue of John Cook unveiled outside Devaney Center

Statue of John Cook unveiled outside Devaney Center

A new statue honoring longtime Nebraska volleyball coach John Cook now stands on the north side of the Bob Devaney Sports Center.

Big Red Buzz: Nebraska's special teams could fuel a quick start against Michigan

Big Red Buzz: Nebraska's special teams could fuel a quick start against Michigan

Benning says Nebraska is a team capable of staying on the gas

Blackshirts preparing for heavy rushing attack from Wolverines

Blackshirts preparing for heavy rushing attack from Wolverines

The Huskers are set to host #21 Michigan this Saturday, looking for that coveted blue blood conference win.

Michigan-Nebraska a measuring-stick game

Michigan-Nebraska a measuring-stick game

The college football season has reached the point where conference play starts taking center stage.

No. 1 Nebraska holds off No. 18 Creighton in five sets

No. 1 Nebraska holds off No. 18 Creighton in five sets

The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team went on the road and picked up a 3-2 (25-17, 21-25, 25-18, 24-26, 15-9) victory at No. 18 Creighton on Tuesday night at CHI Health Center Omaha. 

'Everything and more': Games like Michigan are why Dylan Raiola came to Nebraska

'Everything and more': Games like Michigan are why Dylan Raiola came to Nebraska

For Dylan Raiola, games such as this Saturday against #21 Michigan are what it’s all about.

Nebraska Athletics to dedicate John Cook statue on Thursday

Nebraska Athletics to dedicate John Cook statue on Thursday

The Nebraska Athletic Department will dedicate a statue to legendary Nebraska Volleyball Head Coach John Cook on Thursday.

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The Coffee Cart For Hire Strategy That Makes Guests Feel Like VIPs

The Coffee Cart For Hire Strategy That Makes Guests Feel Like VIPs

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Carbon capture pipelines have struggled to advance. A project in Nebraska found success

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Remembering Dick Cheney: A life in photos from defense chief to VP

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State’s top talent, four champions back at state volleyball this week

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O'Brien wins fourth defensive player of the week

Colorado sports notes: Atlanta Braves hire former Rockies manager Walt Weiss as their manager to succeed Brian Snitker

Jackson scores 24, Murray State defeats Omaha 85-77