Barney Returns From Rib Fracture for Nebraska
The Nebraska receiver played through a fractured rib and posted six catches for 65 yards after the off weekend.
Nebraska Football News
Football in Nebraska runs on professional and college games, coaching changes and recruitment, and coverage here follows all of it. Reporting includes contract extensions, trade activity and championship results.
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November 4, 2026
Nebraska Upgrades Conn, Gottula to QuestionableSafety Jamir Conn and offensive lineman Gunnar Gottula are listed as questionable for Nebraska's game against Illinois.
November 3, 2026
Archie Wilson Earns Ray's 8 RecognitionNebraska sophomore punter Archie Wilson was named to the Ray Guy Award's Ray's 8 list for Week 9.
November 2, 2026
Two California Defensive Backs Visit NebraskaRecruits Jordan Kirkpatrick and Xavier Marshall came away impressed after visiting the Nebraska football program over the weekend.
November 2, 2026
Rhule Reveals Fan Profanity Toward His DaughterNebraska coach Matt Rhule says a fan directed profanity at his 13-year-old daughter after the Huskers' 17-10 loss to Washington.
October 29, 2026
Nebraska Football Playoff Games Move Kickoff TimesForecasted storms across the region forced officials to shift several high school football kickoff times earlier.
October 29, 2026
Nebraska High School Football Playoffs to Open FridayThe opening round of the high school football playoffs across Nebraska is set for Friday, October 31, 2026.
October 28, 2026
Nebraska Football Establishes Annual Blackout Game TraditionThe Cornhuskers will feature a yearly Blackout game as long-time announcer Kent Pavelka announces his retirement.
October 26, 2026
Nebraska DE Anthony Jones Undergoes Foot SurgeryThe fifth-year senior defensive end expects to return to the field before the season concludes.
October 26, 2026
Nebraska to Launch Women's Flag Football in 2027The university will become the first Power Four program to field a women's flag football team.
October 24, 2026
Nebraska School Activities Association Reveals Playoff PairingsThe state's football governing body has officially released the bracket for the upcoming post-season tournament.
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Coverage takes in playoff races, draft day moves, roster adjustments and program leadership changes. It reaches from the capital to the rural counties where the sport is followed. State loyalty to specific programs shapes the scale of interest during the draft and coaching cycles. Off-season staff changes and recruitment success surface as often as the games themselves.