Nebraska tops North Dakota 34-7 in final non-conference matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 4:09 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Nebraska secured a convincing 34-7 victory over North Dakota on September 19, 2026, in Lincoln. This win marked the Cornhuskers' third consecutive non-conference victory, with standout performances from true freshman Jamal Rule, who rushed for over 100 yards and scored twice. Nebraska's offensive line showcased significant improvement by surpassing 200 rushing yards in each of the first three games for the first time since 2012. The team faces tougher challenges ahead in Big Ten play, beginning next Saturday against Michigan State.
- •Nebraska has now totaled over 200 rushing yards in three straight games.
- •Jamal Rule has 329 rushing yards and five touchdowns this season.
- •The defense recorded five sacks against North Dakota.
- •Nebraska's first Big Ten game is on September 26 against Michigan State.
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"With Big Ten play on the horizon, we did actually learn some important details about this team in their blowout wins.
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