Author: Jeff Duda

Nebraska Athletics Revolutionizes Spring Tradition with “The Husker Games” In a bold move that reflects the changing landscape of college athletics, Nebraska is transforming its traditional spring football showcase into something far more dynamic. Welcome to “The Husker Games” an unprecedented multi-sport celebration set to debut on April 26, 2025, in Lincoln. Under the innovative leadership of head coach Matt Rhule and Athletic Director Troy Dannen, this reimagined spring event will offer Husker Nation a fresh perspective on the athletic programs. The decision comes on the heels of Nebraska’s successful bowl victory, which ended an eight-year drought and signals a…

The Nebraska Cornhuskers’ running back situation presents both promise and uncertainty heading into the 2025 season. Under recently extended running backs coach E.J. Barthel, who received a rather large contract extension through the Huskers, continue their search for consistent production from the backfield. Barthel’s retention, despite reported interest from programs like Texas and Penn State, signals head coach Matt Rhule’s confidence in his ability to develop the position group. The extension, which helps finalize Rhule’s coaching staff for the 2025 season, demonstrates the program’s commitment to stability in the running backs room. Emmett Johnson leads the returning group, showing flashes…

In the 2024 season, the Nebraska Cornhuskers’ wide receiver room was filled with high hopes, particularly with the arrival of two talented transfer receivers. However, those expectations went unmet. Jamal Banks, who took off in the year under the guidance of Dana Holgorsen, managed to accumulate 44 receptions for 587 yards. Although respectable, these numbers fell short of what Husker fans had anticipated. Meanwhile, there were 34 receptions for 455 yards from another key player, Isaiah Neyor who had a higher ceiling but failed to reach the potential that fans and coaches were hoping for. With the departure of both…

Lets dissect the recent cancellation of the out-of-conference home-and-home series with the University of Tennessee through a lens that balances both strategy and fan sentiment. Is this move by Nebraska clever or cowardly? First, we need to recognize the scheduling differences between the Big Ten and the SEC, home to Tennessee. The Big Ten’s schedule mandates nine conference games per season, whereas the SEC requires only eight. This subtle difference means Nebraska would have faced a minimum of ten high caliber opponents had they kept the Tennessee series, undoubtedly leaving the Huskers with limited opportunities for player rest and recovery.…

The Nebraska Cornhuskers softball team is making waves this season with a dominant display of athleticism and skill. Despite a minor setback earlier this month, they have bounced back and are currently on a remarkable 5-0 winning streak. Earlier in February, the Huskers experienced a tough two day stretch, dropping two games back to back against ranked teams. However, this stumble did not deter their momentum. Since those losses, Nebraska has gone on a 5-0 run, showcasing their resilience and determination to succeed. Their impressive performance includes a standout 7-1 victory over the #6 ranked Texas Longhorns, proving that they…

As the 2025 college football season unfolds, the Nebraska Cornhuskers are positioning themselves as a potential playoff spoiler. Fueled by the whirlwind changes brought about by the transfer portal, Nebraska is capitalizing on this era of player movement to build a team that could turn heads and defy expectations. One of the biggest challenges facing the Big Ten this year is the scarcity of experienced quarterbacks. Many teams are fielding new faces under center, which opens up opportunities for a team like Nebraska to step up. This is where Nebraska’s Dylan Raiola comes into play, entering his sophomore year he…

Nebraska’s tradition rich spring game, which attracts one of the largest crowds in college football, will be discontinued. Head coach Matt Rhule has expressed concerns about players being stolen away by teams who didn’t have the ability to win them over in recruiting to begin with. Rhule stated that the current transfer portal landscape resembles an unregulated marketplace. And that “Tampering is rampant,” at a recent press conference. “Inviting the world to watch our spring game just increases the risk of losing our best players to other programs.” Nebraska’s spring game ritualistically draws over 60,000 fans to memorial stadium and…

In an emotional and well deserved tribute, Greg Sharpe, the beloved “Voice of the Huskers,” received a special honor when the Nebraska athletic department announced that the radio booth at Memorial Stadium would be named after him. Sharpe’s reaction was priceless: “Holy crap!” he exclaimed upon seeing his name outside the booth. Diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in April, Sharpe has been a resilient figure, continuing to bring the excitement of Nebraska football and baseball to fans as the play-by-play announcer. For many of us, listening to Greg Sharpe’s voice on the radio is deeply ingrained in our memories, a constant…

Excitement is brewing in Lincoln, Nebraska, as the possibility of the Savannah Bananas playing at Memorial Stadium has fans buzzing. This intriguing idea took root when former Husker baseball team captain and pitcher Kyle Perry, who recently joined the Savannah Bananas, tweeted to the Cornhuskers about hosting a game at the iconic venue. Initially seen as just a fun suggestion, the notion gained serious momentum when Cornhuskers Athletic Director Troy Dannen tweeted on Wednesday, hinting that what seemed like a pipe dream could actually become reality. Dannen had suggested before the use of memorial stadium for events other than football,…

Matt Rule and the Nebraska Cornhuskers are not waiting around to win. After intermediate success in 2024, and making a bowl game for the first time in nearly a decade Coach Rhule is out to win. A much more aggressive approach in the transfer portal is being taken by Rhule and company this year. Ranked fifth in the Big Ten and 17th nationally by 247 Sports, Nebraska’s transfer class boasts many four star recruits including athletes that were the best in their position at their previous school. With 15 committed transfers, Nebraska is filling all gaps from talent leaving and…