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Northwestern fan discovers joy of college football at Ryan Field

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 1:51 PM

Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Northwestern fan discovers joy of college football at Ryan Field

Summary

A Northwestern University student reflects on their first experience at a college football game at Ryan Field. Initially skeptical about sports, the student shared enthusiasm for the community atmosphere found at the event. Meanwhile, Nebraska football is attempting to break a lengthy 31-game losing streak against defending champions Indiana. The Nebraska Cornhuskers have improved in several football rankings while also selling used urinal troughs from Memorial Stadium to dedicated fans. Nebraska's volleyball team, currently undefeated, is preparing for two ranked Big Ten matchups this week.

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By the Numbers

•A Northwestern student enjoys their first game at Ryan Field.
•Nebraska football looks to end a 31-game losing streak against Indiana.
•Cornhuskers improve in multiple rankings while fans buy used urinals.
•Nebraska volleyball faces two ranked opponents this week.
•Undefeated volleyball team plays No. 15 Indiana and hosts No. 6 Wisconsin.

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Okay, I am going to start this weeks edition of Wednesday Flakes with something that stood out to me. An article from a Northwestern student attending their first college football game. It’s a great piece from someone who never had positive feelings towards sporting events. However, after their first game in the new Ryan Field, […]
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