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Nebraska football: Conference expansion rumors continue
While the Nebraska football team has been hearing all kinds of expansion rumors over the last few weeks, it looks like things are calming down a bit. That doesn’t mean that things are all calm and quiet for good. It’s hard not to think about teams moving here and...
Husker Camp Countdown: No. 11 Emmett Johnson
The Omaha World-Herald and Lincoln Journal Star are counting down the top 50 Nebraska football players you need to know heading into the season. If not for season-ending injuries to Rahmir Johnson and Gabe Ervin, Johnson might have spent his second year with the Huskers much like the first — as a backup who appeared sparingly.
Teen accused of causing train to derail, and then filmed the derailment, investigators say
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN/Gray News) - A 17-year-old boy is charged with tampering with a train rail and then filming the train derailment. According to the complaint, the Omaha Public Power District and BNSF Railway as the two entities who suffered damages in the case. Investigators say on April 21, a...
Big Ten analyst sees Nebraska football ending bowl drought
There’s some serious expectations around the Nebraska football team in 2024. After having not been to a bowl since 2016, almost everyone believes they’re headed to the postseason this year. “Almost everyone” includes Big Ten Network analyst Gerry DiNardo. Despite the fact that the analyst won’t be able...
Ben Scott set for second year of anchoring Huskers’ offensive line
INDIANAPOLIS — The Hawaii native is loading up for another season of leading Nebraska’s big boys up front, and ready to dominate in the trenches. Ben Scott is one of the most experienced offensive linemen in the country, and he brings a lot of value to the unit with his versatility. After all, Scott has four seasons worth of starting experience, including time in the Pac-12 and Big Ten. He was a three-year starter at Arizona State. Not to mention Scott started 11 games at center for the Huskers in 2023.
David’s Morning Forecast - Very spotty storm, otherwise warm and humid Sunday
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Showers and thunderstorms moving through central Nebraska were fading away early Sunday morning, but sending a batch of cloud cover into eastern Nebraska. The clouds will move into the metro mid-morning, and will likely stick around through early afternoon. There is a very slight chance for a spotty shower or storm as the batch of clouds moves in, but most areas will likely stay dry. The clouds will help to keep the more intense heat at bay for another day, with temperatures warming into the mid-80s by Noon, and afternoon highs around 90 degrees.
Jack McVeigh helps Australia to victory in Olympic game against Spain
The 2024 Paris Olympics are underway, with men’s basketball taking the floor on Saturday. On the tournament’s opening day, one Husker helped his country to victory. Jack McVeigh scored 13 points for Australia in its opening game against Spain. He shot 4-for-8 from the field and 3-for-6 from beyond the arc. The Aussie also made two free throws. McVeigh’s 13 points helped Australia start the tournament off strong. They defeated Spain 92-80, going up 1-0 in Group A. Australia faces off against Canada on Tuesday and Greece on Friday. The top eight following the group stage will advance to the quarterfinals. McVeigh played for Nebraska from 2015 to 2018. Last season, McVeigh led the Tasmania JackJumpers of the NBL with 17.3 points per game, helping them to the NBL championship and earning himself Grand Final MVP. He recently signed with the Houston Rockets. Strong Olympic start for @theJackMcVeigh in Australia’s 92-80 win over Spain. 💪🇦🇺 13 PTS (4-8 FG, 3-6 3PT) 7 REB pic.twitter.com/yZfmi5y8gC — Nebraska Men’s Basketball (@HuskerMBB) July 27, 2024 Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
ICYMI: Martinez Signs with New York Jets
LINCOLN, Neb. — Another Husker is in the NFL. This time, it's the king of the UFL. Former Nebraska quarterback, Adrian Martinez, who won a UFL MVP and title with the Birmingham Stallions, signed with the New York Jets, this weekend. Martinez threw for 1,749 yards and 15 touchdowns,...
‘Stay in your lane’ ESPN star Paul Finebaum warns coach Matt Rhule after his bold college playoff selection theory
ESPN's Paul Finebaum had some choice words for Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule after his bold Playoff selection suggestion. Rhule faces a tough challenge in 2024 with Nebraska being joined in the Big 10 by Oregon, Washington, USC, and UCLA. This comes after all four opted to leave the Pac-12.
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