Nebraska football enjoys perfect start to season before Big Ten play
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 4:01 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
The Nebraska Cornhuskers completed their non-conference schedule with a strong 34-7 victory over North Dakota on September 19, 2026, concluding with a perfect 3-0 record. Nebraska's offense has shown significant improvement, averaging 521 yards per game and demonstrating both physical running and explosive plays. Despite facing lower-level competition, the team is entering Big Ten play against Michigan State with increased confidence, following what many consider an impressive offensive showing. The matchup next week will serve as a crucial test for Nebraska's readiness against stronger opponents.
- •Nebraska finishes non-conference play 3-0 after defeating North Dakota.
- •The Huskers averaged 521 yards per game in their first three contests.
- •The performance has raised expectations entering Big Ten play.
- •Nebraska's next game is against Michigan State on September 26.
- •The upcoming opponents will provide a true test of Nebraska's capabilities.
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"49-21, 56-7 and 34-7. Those are the scores for Nebraska’s first three games of the season against admittedly lower-level opponents. Many have said that Nebraska simply did what they were supposed to do. Which is correct but that by itself is why I feel much better about this Nebraska football team going into conference play […]
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