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Ben Stille’s breakout is nothing new to those who saw him dominate in both football and wrestling at Ashland-Greenwood.

Barry Alvarez discusses the importance of Wisconsin’s walk-on program and says it’s a lot like Nebraska’s “way back when I was there.”

Dave Rimington talks with Adam Carriker about his new role as interim A.D., how the walk-on program could improve, and more.

Wisconsin’s sack skills and Tanner Lee’s lack of mobility spell trouble* for Nebraska, Lee Barfknecht writes. | Confidence factor*

Tale of the Tape breaks down Nebraska’s success in ramping up its front-seven pressure against Illinois’ offense.

Bob Diaco says cornerback Chris Jones is making great progress, but whether he will play against Wisconsin remains unknown. More from Tuesday’s practice: Video | Notes: 1, 2,* 3* | Photos

Carlos Davis makes the Pro Football Focus Big Ten Team of the Week.

The Huskers hope the offense’s experience in practice* against a 3-4 defense will pay off against Wisconsin.

Donate or volunteer for this weekend’s Huskers Helping the Homeless drive.

The Iron N is urging all Husker fans to wear black Saturday night.

Hail Varsity’s “Tom’s Time” series looks back at the Devaney-Osborne transition.

Husker Doc Talk takes up the issue of Nebraska’s relevance and what it takes to be part of the national football conversation.

Our PDF 2-deeps for the Wisconsin game are available now.

Tanner Lee talks with Adam Carriker about the Huskers’ 3-2 start, turnovers and this weekend’s big game.

The role of underdog* in a home night game has been a rarity for the Huskers, but it’s happening this week and next. | Wisconsin notes | Nebraska notes*

If Nebraska’s injuries this season have a silver lining, it’s the depth they’re creating at several positions. | Decker making his case: 1, 2*

The Badgers have taken possession of Nebraska’s ID, Husker Dan writes.

Depth at running back is a concern as the Huskers prepare for Wisconsin. More from Monday’s practice: Video | “Relentless” Badgers | Notes: 1, 2*

Ameer Abdullah has added a spark to the Detroit Lions’ running game.

Husker coaches used the open Saturday to scout some top recruiting targets.

I-back Tre Bryant will miss a fourth consecutive game, and Mike Riley confirms that cornerback Chris Jones has a chance to play.* More from today’s press conference: Video | Notes: 1, 2,* 3, 4* | Foster fired up: 1, 2* | Christopherson’s 5 takes | Depth chart | Wisconsin injuries

The Ohio State game gets a 6:30 p.m. start and FS1 telecast.*

Ben Stille earns Big Ten Freshman of the Week honors for his defensive performance against Illinois.

Robin Washut has five burning questions for Nebraska entering Wisconsin week. More commentary: McKewon* | York | Christopherson | Husker Mike

The coaches and players change, but Wisconsin’s defense* remains a perennial top-25 unit. | Saturday’s stakes | The Vegas line | Blackshirts’ strides: 1, 2

A tweet from Chris Jones indicates the cornerback may be returning to game action.

The Badgers have a decided advantage statistically going into Saturday’s game.

This week’s Big Red Replay includes a bold take on the Wisconsin game in the last segment.

This week in Husker history: A 100-0 win, and an upset over the defending national champions.

World traveler, deep thinker, man of patience: That’s the side of Dave Rimington* that might surprise football fans from the 1980s. | Boomer’s blessing*

Adam Carriker gives his full analysis of the Huskers’ win in Champaign.

A look at notable performers from Friday night: Tanner Lee | Stanley Morgan | Devine Ozigbo: 1,* 2

Another strong game from Central Florida fuels the Scott Frost conjecture.

Next week’s opponent, Wisconsin, survives a late Northwestern rally to win 33-24. | Box | Pregame page

Joe Tiller, whose Wyoming team gave Nebraska fits in 1994 and who later took his spread offense to Purdue, has died at age 74.

Nebraska 28, Illinois 6. The Huskers roll to a comfortable win on a big passing night from Tanner Lee and another solid defensive performance. Check the game page for coverage, highlights and more. | Stryker commentary | Postgame video | Highlights | Carriker gut reaction | McKewon recap

The O-line starters for tonight have been announced. | Travel roster | Walk-through buzz

Here’s another breakdown of the Huskers’ running success last week.

Brian Christopherson analyzes the scenarios leading to each of Tanner Lee’s nine interceptions. | Final thoughts | Notes

It’s Friday football for the Huskers as they try to get back above .500 against a well-rested Illinois team. Here’s the pregame coverage from Lincoln (1, 2, 3),* Omaha (1, 2, 3),* Grand Island (1, 2), Decatur, Quad Cities and Champaign (1, 2, 3, 4). Commentary: Shatel,* Sipple,* Callahan

PDF 2-DEEPS | PREDICTIONS | BBS | PREGAME PAGE

In this “Through These Gates” outtake, Tommie Frazier talks about leadership – and why he thinks people may view him as a jerk.

The university will pay Turnkey Sports & Entertainment $125,000* to help find a new athletic director.

The Friday night game created a Yom Kippur quandary for long snapper Jordan Ober.

Nebraska’s identity play from Saturday has an old-school moniker – Csonka – and Michael Decker was glad to be part of it.

It wasn’t called the Pipeline then, but the Husker O-line’s reputation surged in the 1980s with Dave Rimington, Dean Steinkuhler and others leading the way.

Freshman JD Spielman’s role is rising* as other receivers are hit by injuries.

Adam Carriker breaks down the Nebraska-Illinois matchup and gives his prediction of Friday night’s outcome. | More picks | Scouting reports: 1,* 2 | Illinois notes*

A year later, Michael Rose-Ivey has no regrets about deciding to kneel during the national anthem.

Corn Nation writer Brian Towle has passed away, and a fund has been established to help his family cover funeral expenses.

Welcome to the new HuskerMax. We have converted to a new publishing platform that should provide a better user experience across all devices. There are sure to be issues to iron out in the early going, so we appreciate your patience. Details here.