'Pushing each other every day': Husker running back battle continues, with strides being made

Nebraska running back’s coach EJ Barthel has been impressed enough to say Nebraska’s current running back room is the best he’s ever had.

August 25, 2026Updated: August 25, 2026

By Jake Bartecki

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Regional

'Pushing each other every day': Husker running back battle continues, with strides being made

Retiree's river journey tests endurance

Omaha's largest public school district stops officers from using electric shock gloves

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

Huskers star power on full display, in Red-White scrimmage

Fremont man sentenced to 29 years in federal child pornography case

State

California man arrested after traffic stop near Valentine leads to multiple drug seizures

Sentencing set for polygamous leader convicted of abuse in Arizona after girls discovered in trailer

Man airlifted after being trapped under crane at Nucor Steel

IRS issuing relief to disasters in 2026

Northside Park work to close 20th Avenue

Sports

'Pushing each other every day': Husker running back battle continues, with strides being made

Hastings Softball Looking to Build Off Strong Start

Community volleyball season starts August 27

Norfolk routs Lincoln Northwest in first ever meeting

With loads of experience, Huskers confident in revamped offensive line

Ag & Outdoor

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer