Sporting News ranks 1995 Nebraska as the greatest college football team
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 9:06 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Sporting News has ranked the 1995 Nebraska Cornhuskers as the greatest college football team of all time, as announced on August 14, 2026. The 1995 team dominated the season, finishing undefeated and averaging 52.4 points per game while allowing just 13.6 points. The ranking was decided by a 20-member panel and also included Nebraska's 1971 team, which placed sixth. Both Nebraska teams were recognized for their significant achievements in college football history, particularly their national championships.
- •1995 Nebraska received 369 total votes for the top spot.
- •The team averaged 399.8 rushing yards and seven yards per carry.
- •The 1971 Nebraska team ranked sixth with 204 total votes.
- •All ranked teams finished undefeated and won national championships.
- •Ranking panel included writers, broadcasters, and Sporting News staff.
- 9:06 AMYahoo Sports — Sporting News ranks 1995 Nebraska as top team ever
"Sporting News released its ranking of the 20 greatest college football teams since 1886. Nebraska's 1995 group was declared the greatest team.
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