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October 24, 2017
Scott Frost will want the timing to feel right for any move to a Power 5 job, says a former coaching cohort. | His playbook
This Saturday will be the 10th anniversary for the Husker Salute.*
Kenny Bell joins the Baltimore Ravens’ practice squad.
From Adam Carriker, what Mike Riley must do to keep his job.
Our printable 2-deeps and rosters for the Purdue game are available now.
When it comes to keeping a top job in athletics, personality and fit* go only so far, Tom Shatel writes.
Former Husker O-lineman Matt Slauson will miss the rest of the L.A. Chargers’ season with a biceps injury.
The bye week allowed the Huskers to recharge* their batteries, do some self-evaluation and take stock of their goals.*
October 23, 2017
Danny Langsdorf is considering some new wrinkles, including a greater role for the tight ends, to get the offense in gear. More from Monday’s practice: Videos | Notes: 1, 2*
Duty at guard could be in the cards for Matt Farniok.*
Husker Dan notes that Nebraska has plenty of high-profile company in its struggles this season.
A nugget from CBS Sports’ Dennis Dodd adds fuel to the Scott Frost speculation.
Bill Moos sends a message to season ticket holders on his first day as athletic director. | Radio show
Nebraska will apply for a medical redshirt for I-back Tre Bryant,* who will have season-ending knee surgery tomorrow. Also, two linebackers are iffy for Saturday due to injury. More from Monday’s press conference: Video | McKewon recap | Notes: 1, 2,* 3* | Christopherson’s 5 takes | Depth chart | Game notes
The Northwestern game gets a 2:30 p.m. start and BTN telecast.
Athlon writers don’t like Nebraska’s bowl chances.
Sam McKewon looks at the ins and outs of Tanner Lee’s improvement.* | 4 keys* | 5 burning questions
Tom Osborne discusses how the football team affects the state’s psyche in the latest installment of Through These Gates: The Lost Tapes.
October 22, 2017
Jeff Brohm is quickly building a success story* at Purdue despite Saturday’s loss at Rutgers.
Nebraska enters the week as a 6.5-point underdog to Purdue. | Discuss
What will the Huskers’ final record be, and will they make a bowl? Adam Carriker gives his predictions.
The Boilermakers are pointing to a lack of focus as they evaluate their loss to Rutgers.
Longtime Husker commit Cameron Jurgens of Beatrice suffers a season-ending ankle injury.*
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This week in Husker history: Best team ever? That was being said about Nebraska after a 1922 rout of Missouri.
Take a look at how the Boilermakers and Huskers match up statistically.
International fans* adjust their sleep hours to follow the Huskers.
October 21, 2017
Scott Frost’s rise brings a degree of clarity to an uncomfortable discussion at Nebraska, Steve Sipple writes.
The offense needs to deliver, Sam McKweon writes in his bye-week review of the Huskers’ season. More midseason assessments: | Offense* | Defense* | MVPs: Spielman, Gifford | The running backs | Four keys*
The Huskers are likely to have some key players back next Saturday.
Next week’s opponent, Purdue, is a 14-12 upset victim at Rutgers.
October 20, 2017
See where the recruiting trail is taking Husker coaches during the off weekend.
It’s the defense’s turn for Adam Carriker’s mid-semester review, and Huskers Illustrated assesses the quarterbacks at midseason.
Tom Osborne talks more about Bill Moos* and how he’ll fit at Nebraska.
Tom Rathman recalls what it meant to play in his first game in Memorial Stadium in the latest installment of Through These Gates: The Lost Tapes.
October 19, 2017
With the expectations of a powerhouse and the limitations of an underdog, Nebraska has the worst of both worlds,* Dirk Chatelain says of the Huskers’ long slump.
Things seem to be settling down* for Tanner Lee at quarterback, Mike Riley says.
Former Husker Nate Gerry moves up to the Philadelphia Eagles’ active roster.
With Bill Moos aboard as A.D., what happens next? Rob Zatechka and Travis Justice take up that and more on Husker Doc Talk.
Adam Carriker hands out mid-semester grades for the offense.
Former Husker Brandon Reilly catches a 550-mile Uber ride to make it to a team meeting in Buffalo on time.
October 18, 2017
Other schools thought he was too small. Rich Glover* proved them wrong through hard work at Nebraska.
Mike Riley says he’s focused on coaching the team, not auditioning for the new athletic director, and improved point production is a priority. More from Wednesday’s practice: Video | Staying motivated: 1,* 2 | Notes: 1,* 2,* 3 | Quotes
Experts doubt that a more fiery sideline demeanor would bring Mike Riley more wins.
Analyzing the Husker offense: The good & bad | Crossing routes
John Parrella talks about his “All gas, no brakes” mantra, the young defensive line’s potential and more in an interview with Adam Carriker.
Legendary coach Milt Tenopir reflects on his long tenure with Nebraska in the latest Through These Gates outtakes.
Mike Leach expects Bill Moos to “give Nebraska some sizzle.” | Barfknecht: Age no worry*