Nebraska football updates on roster changes ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 6:01 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Nebraska Cornhuskers football is assessing roster movement as they prepare for the 2026 season. Following a 7-6 record in 2025, highlighted by a 10th place finish in the Big 10, the team faces significant changes from the transfer portal, with notable departures including quarterback Dylan Raiola and defensive back Malcolm Hartzog Jr. The incoming 2026 recruiting class will also factor into the team's development, as expectations for the upcoming season are mixed in light of tougher competition ahead. Nebraska's preseason schedule ranks among the most challenging.
- •Nebraska finished the 2025 season with a 7-6 overall record.
- •Dylan Raiola and Malcolm Hartzog Jr. are among key players who transferred.
- •The Huskers plan to integrate the 2026 recruiting class into their roster.
- •The 2026 season features a challenging schedule with top-ranked opponents.
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