Nebraska drops out of bowl projections after four consecutive losses
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 9:03 AM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026
Following a string of four losses, Nebraska is no longer part of the USA TODAY Sports bowl game projections. The Huskers have recorded a disappointing performance, scoring just 20 total points in the last two games, leading to the dismissal of offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen. With a 5-4 record, Nebraska's bowl eligibility faces challenges as they prepare to meet Rutgers, who has a 2-7 record, this Saturday at 11:30 a.m. CT. A win against Rutgers is crucial for Nebraska to keep their postseason hopes alive.
- •Nebraska is no longer projected for a bowl game.
- •The team has lost four consecutive games.
- •They have scored a total of 20 points in the last two games.
- •Dana Holgorsen was fired as offensive coordinator.
- •Nebraska faces Rutgers next, needing a win to stay bowl eligible.
- 9:03 AMYahoo Sports — Nebraska falls out of bowl projections in latest USA TODAY Sports list
"USA TODAY Sports made a major change in its latest bowl game projections. After spending the entire season projected, Nebraska is now off the list.
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