Author: Andrew Juracek

In a game that will be remembered as one of the signature moments in Nebraska basketball history, the Cornhuskers delivered a dramatic late rally and a clutch finish to defeat Vanderbilt 74-72 and advance to the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 for the first time in program history. Freshman Braden Frager was the hero, driving for a game-winning layup with just 2.2 seconds remaining after an assist from Pryce Sandfort. Vanderbilt’s desperation half-court heave by Tyler Tanner rimmed out at the buzzer, sending a partisan Husker crowd at the Paycom Center into a record-breaking 115 decibel roar and the fourth-seeded Nebraska…

The excitement of March Madness is upon us once again, and for fans of the Nebraska Cornhuskers, this year’s tournament brings a golden opportunity. On Selection Sunday, Nebraska earned a No. 4 seed in the South Region, setting up a first-round clash with the No. 13-seeded Troy Trojans. The game is slated for Thursday, March 19, at 3:10 p.m. CT in Oklahoma City, with national coverage on TNT. This matchup marks Nebraska’s ninth NCAA Tournament appearance in school history and their highest seed since 1991, when they were a No. 3. Nebraska’s Road to the Big Dance The Huskers enter…

In Lincoln, spring football is always a season of hope. But this year, the buzz feels different—especially around the offensive line. Coaches and players can’t stop raving about the revamped unit’s size, athleticism, physicality, and early chemistry. Internal reports describe a group that’s finally ready to dominate the trenches in the Big Ten. After years of sack fests, inconsistent run blocking, and playbook shrinkage, Nebraska fans are skeptical. The question is: Should they fully “drink the Kool-Aid” on this praise, or take a cautious sip? History suggests tempering expectations, but the changes here are substantive enough to warrant real optimism.…

In a development that could reshape the rapidly evolving landscape of college athlete compensation, 18 University of Nebraska football players have become the first group to push a major NIL dispute deep into the arbitration process created by the NCAA’s landmark House settlement. The players are fighting the College Sports Commission (CSC) after the organization’s NIL Go clearinghouse rejected third-party Name, Image, and Likeness deals collectively worth millions of dollars. The deals in question were arranged through Playfly, Nebraska’s multi-media rights partner — a structure increasingly common across Power conference programs as schools seek ways to supplement the $20.5 million…

Nebraska is hosting an impressive and talented group of elite recruits this weekend, capitalizing on spring practices to showcase the program under head coach Matt Rhule. This visit period is particularly focused on building momentum in the 2027 class (with some 2028 prospects and current commits). The staff, including new offensive line coach Geep Wade, is emphasizing relationships, facilities, culture, and fit within the Huskers’ vision. The weekend features a mix of elite linemen, skill-position athletes, defensive standouts, and in-state/in-region talents. Many are making repeat visits, while others are seeing Lincoln for the first time. Several hold Nebraska offers, with…

Nebraska welcomed three recruits to campus on Thursday, March 5, 2026, as part of their ongoing efforts to bolster future recruiting classes amid a busy spring period. The Huskers hosted this trio for what appears to be unofficial visits or early evaluations during the early stages of spring practices. Nebraska, under head coach Matt Rhule, has prioritized building momentum in recruiting following their recent signing classes, and these March visits align with a broader wave of on-campus activity this week and weekend. Lets see who visited. Dextavion Reese 0-Star 2027 Safety 6-4/185 Hephzibah (Ga.) No offer yet Marquis Evans…

The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, held from February 23 to March 2 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, provided a platform for top college prospects to showcase their athleticism and skills in front of NFL scouts, coaches, and executives. This year’s event featured 319 invitees, including a handful with ties to Nebraska—either through playing for the University of Nebraska Cornhuskers or hailing from the state itself. While the Cornhuskers sent just two players this year—down from four in 2025—their performances, along with those of other Nebraska-connected athletes, offered intriguing insights into their draft potential. Cornhuskers in the Spotlight: Emmett Johnson…

On February 26, 2026, the University of Nebraska announced the hiring of Liz Sowers as the first head coach of its new women’s flag football program. This marks a significant step for the Cornhuskers, who became the first Power Four conference school to add women’s flag football as a varsity sport in January 2026. Sowers will be joined by her twin sister, Katie Sowers, who will serve as associate head coach. The duo will transition to Lincoln starting June 1, 2026, after completing the current season at their previous institution. Liz Sowers brings an impressive championship pedigree to Nebraska.…

The Nebraska volleyball team will send a program-record eight players to the 2026 USA Volleyball Women’s National Team Collegiate Training Camp, USA Volleyball announced Tuesday. The selected Huskers are: Laney Choboy (L) Andi Jackson (MB) Olivia Mauch (L) Harper Murray (OH) Manaia Ogbechie (MB) Bergen Reilly (S) Teraya Sigler (OH) Keoni Williams (MB) The four-day camp runs February 19-22 at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado. It brings together 62 of the nation’s top collegiate athletes from 29 Division I programs and 20 USA Volleyball regions for elite-level training and competition. Athletes will train directly…

Spring Ball is Just Around the Corner — Here Are My Three Biggest Questions as a Husker Fan Spring ball kicks off this Saturday, and it feels like we’ve been through a full season’s worth of drama already. A new quarterback arrives, only to be gone 24 hours later. Another one signs the next day. We lose our best position coach. Special teams gets split between two guys with zero coordinator experience. And Coach Rhule goes nearly radio-silent for close to 50 days. This hasn’t been the usual “Off-Season National Championship” hype we’re used to. Instead, it’s left Husker fans…