Nebraska wins 49-21 opener against Ohio University as fans assess team performance

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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Nebraska wins 49-21 opener against Ohio University as fans assess team performance
Summary

Nebraska opened its season with a 49-21 victory over Ohio University during a Saturday matchup characterized by extreme heat. While the Bobcats maintained early pressure, the Huskers established control by the second quarter and held the opposition scoreless on seven of their final eight drives. Quarterback Anthony Colandrea recorded his first start, and the rushing attack featured contributions from Isaiah Mozee, Mekhi Nelson, and Jamal Rule. Coaches spent the early part of this week addressing mistakes identified during the game. A fan survey is currently circulating to determine which specific areas of play concern supporters most following the season debut.

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  • Nebraska defeated Ohio University 49-21 on Saturday.
  • Field temperatures reached 150 degrees during the game.
  • Anthony Colandrea made his first career start for the Huskers.
  • Coaches reviewed and addressed early game miscues on Monday and Tuesday.
  • Supporters are participating in a survey regarding team performance concerns.
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  • 2:18 PMYahoo SportsCorn Nation Reacts Survey: After Game 1, What Needs Fixed the Most?
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The Huskers ended up winning big, but it wasn’t perfect. Of the most glaring errors, which concerns you most?

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