History of Nebraska Cornhuskers football in Timeline

The Nebraska Cornhuskers football team represents the University of Nebraska–Lincoln in the Big Ten Conference as part of the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision. Their home games have been held at Memorial Stadium since 1923, boasting a consecutive sellout streak since 1962.

November 29, 1900: First Game vs. Minnesota

On November 29, 1900, Nebraska and Minnesota played their first game, with Minnesota winning 20-12.

1900: Iowa Joins Big Nine

In 1900, Iowa joined the Big Nine (now the Big Ten), which ended annual games in Omaha with Nebraska.

1900: Start of extended period of success

In 1900, Nebraska began an extended period of success, marking the early rise of the football program.

November 2, 1901: First Game vs. Wisconsin

On November 2, 1901, Nebraska first played Wisconsin, with Wisconsin winning 18-0.

1901: Start of 24-game win streak

In 1901, Nebraska began a twenty-four game win streak, showcasing early dominance in the region.

1904: End of 24-game win streak

In 1904, Nebraska's twenty-four game win streak ended.

1906: Played Kansas

Nebraska played Kansas in 1906, beginning an uninterrupted streak that lasted until 2010, the longest in Division I at the time.

1907: Founding member of MVIAA

In 1907, Nebraska became a founding member of the MVIAA, which would later become the Big Eight Conference.

1907: MVIAA founded

In 1907, the Missouri Valley Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MVIAA) was founded, and Nebraska became a member.

1907: Inadequate Athletic Field

In 1907, the athletic field was considered inadequate, leading the university to make plans to build a new stadium.

1908: Last year at Antelope Field

In 1908, Nebraska played its last season at Antelope Field before moving to a new stadium.

1909: Opening of Nebraska Field

In 1909, Nebraska Field opened at the corner of North 10th and T Street, becoming the new home for the football program.

October 14, 1911: First Game vs. Kansas State

On October 14, 1911, Nebraska and Kansas State played their first game, which resulted in a 59-0 victory for Nebraska.

1911: Ewald O. "Jumbo" Stiehm hired as coach

In 1911, Ewald O. "Jumbo" Stiehm was hired as the school's first full-time coach, marking a significant step in the professionalization of the program.

November 23, 1912: First Game vs. Oklahoma

On November 23, 1912, Nebraska first played Oklahoma, winning 13-9.

1913: KSU Joins MVIAA

In 1913, Kansas State joined the MVIAA. During this time, they threatened to boycott a game against Nebraska due to a black player on Nebraska's roster.

1913: Series Discontinued

In 1913, Minnesota's head coach Henry L. Williams discontinued the series with Nebraska due to the use of the "Minnesota shift."

1915: Momentum toward new stadium

By 1915, there was considerable momentum toward building a steel-and-concrete stadium due to the Nebraska Cornhuskers football program's success and the deteriorating condition of Nebraska Field.

1915: Invitation to second bowl game ever played declined

In 1915, Nebraska declined an invitation to face Washington State in the second bowl game ever played due to the cost of travel.

1915: National championship awarded retroactively

In 1915, Nebraska's 8-0 team was retroactively awarded a national championship.

1916: End of early success period

In 1916, Nebraska's early period of extended success came to an end, concluding a significant chapter in the program's history.

1920: Signed with Decatur Staleys

In 1920, Guy Chamberlin, Nebraska's first consensus All-American, signed with the Decatur Staleys, now the Chicago Bears.

1920: Blue Practice Jerseys Worn

In 1920, Nebraska wore blue practice jerseys against South Dakota because the visiting team mistakenly brought their home reds.

1920: Oklahoma Joins MVIAA

In 1920, Oklahoma joined the MVIAA.

1921: Annual Series Begins

In 1921, Nebraska rejoined the conference with Oklahoma, beginning an annual series.

November 30, 1922: NU defeats Notre Dame

On November 30, 1922, Nebraska secured a 14–6 victory over Notre Dame, marking the final game played at Nebraska Field.

October 13, 1923: Memorial Stadium Opens

On October 13, 1923, the unfinished Memorial Stadium opened, dedicated to Nebraskans who served in various wars, including the American Civil War, the Spanish–American War, and World War I.

1923: Memorial Stadium Opens

In 1923, Nebraska opened Memorial Stadium with a 24-0 win over Oklahoma.

1923: Home games at Memorial Stadium

In 1923, the Nebraska Cornhuskers football team began playing its home games at Memorial Stadium. This marked the start of a tradition, with the stadium becoming a central part of the program's identity.

1923: Nebraska Field torn down

In early 1923, Nebraska Field was torn down, and construction began on Memorial Stadium at the same location.

1926: Uninterrupted Series Begins

From 1926, the two schools played each other uninterrupted as they moved from the Big Eight to the Big 12.

1927: Victory Bell Awarded

In 1927, the Missouri-Nebraska Bell, commonly referred to as the Victory Bell, was first awarded to the winner of the game between the two schools.

1927: Series Tradition

Nebraska and Oklahoma were placed in different divisions when the Big Eight and Southwest merged in 1996, meaning they would not play annually for the first time since 1927.

1930: Early Helmet Designs

As early as 1930, Nebraska alternated between plain white or red helmets.

1932: Early Balloon Release Tradition

As early as 1932, fans at Memorial Stadium released red helium balloons when Nebraska scored its first points of the game.

1932: Series Resumed

In 1932, the series between Nebraska and Minnesota resumed.

1933: Jersey Numbers Added

In 1933, jersey numbers were added to solid-colored uniforms, establishing a consistent design for Nebraska's jerseys.

1937: Sam Francis Drafted First Overall

In 1937, Sam Francis was drafted first overall into the National Football League.

1939: Game Televised

In 1939, Nebraska's game at Manhattan was televised locally, marking the second televised college football game.

1940: Nebraska's MVIAA dominance ends

In 1940, Nebraska's dominance in the MVIAA came to an end after winning twenty-one titles, marking a shift in the program's conference landscape.

1941: First bowl game appearance

In 1941, Nebraska played in its first bowl game, the Rose Bowl, losing to Stanford.

1942: Domination Ends

Until 1942, Nebraska dominated the series against Oklahoma, losing just three of the first twenty-two meetings.

1946: Small Sleeve Stripes Added

In 1946, small sleeve stripes were added to Nebraska's jerseys.

1947: Start of Limited Series Games

Starting from 1947, NU won five of just six games in the series from 1947 through 2010.

1948: Regular Play Begins

In 1948, Nebraska and Colorado began playing regularly when CU joined the MVIAA.

November 30, 1951: First Game vs. Miami

On November 30, 1951, Nebraska first played Miami, with Miami winning 19-7.

1951: Hall of Fame Inductees

In 1951, Ed Weir, Dana X. Bible, and Fielding H. Yost were inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame as members of the inaugural class.

1953: Single Stripe Added to Helmets

In 1953, Nebraska added a single stripe to its football helmets.

1955: Orange Bowl Appearance

In 1955, Nebraska was invited to the Orange Bowl, falling to Duke 34-7.

1957: Jersey Numbers on Helmets

In 1957, Nebraska added jersey numbers to its football helmets.

1959: Upset Over Oklahoma

In 1959, Nebraska upset Oklahoma, ending OU's seventy-four-game conference win streak.

November 3, 1962: Sellout Streak Begins

On November 3, 1962, Missouri defeated Nebraska in the first game of Nebraska's NCAA-record sellout streak.

1962: Bob Devaney hired as head coach

In 1962, Bob Devaney was hired as the head coach of Nebraska, transforming the program into a national powerhouse.

1962: Devaney Hired, Ending Drought

In 1962, Bob Devaney was hired, ending Nebraska's championship drought by winning eight titles in eleven years.

1962: First Bowl Victory

In 1962, Bob Devaney's inaugural season concluded with Nebraska's first bowl victory, a 36-34 win over Miami in the Gotham Bowl.

1962: Sellout Streak Begins

In 1962, Nebraska began its streak of consecutive sold-out games at Memorial Stadium, an NCAA record that continues to this day.

1962: Devaney Hired

In 1962, Nebraska hired Bob Devaney as head coach, which marked a turning point in the series with Minnesota.

1962: Every game sold out at Memorial Stadium

Starting in 1962, every Nebraska Cornhuskers football game at Memorial Stadium has been sold out, creating a unique and passionate home-field advantage.

1964: Blackshirts Tradition Begins

In 1964, the "Blackshirts" tradition originated, with starting defensive players wearing black jerseys during practice to distinguish between units, a concept introduced by Bob Devaney.

1966: First National Championship Game

In 1966, Nebraska appeared in its first national championship game, losing to Alabama in the Orange Bowl.

1967: No bowl appearance

In 1967, Nebraska did not appear in a bowl game.

1968: Pants Stripes Introduced

From 1968, Nebraska's pants featured two stripes down each side.

1968: No bowl appearance

In 1968, Nebraska did not appear in a bowl game.

1969: Began win streak over Kansas

In 1969, Nebraska began a 36-game win streak over Kansas, which lasted until 2004. This was the second-longest win streak over an opponent in college football history.

1969: Start of Consecutive Bowl Game Appearances

In 1969, Nebraska began a record-setting streak of thirty-five consecutive bowl game appearances.

1969: Return to Postseason Play

In 1969, Nebraska returned to postseason play, beginning an NCAA-record streak of thirty-five consecutive seasons with a bowl appearance.

1970: National Title Claimed

In 1970, Nebraska claimed the national title with an Orange Bowl win over LSU after late-season losses by other top teams. The Cornhuskers secured a 12-10 victory in the fourth quarter after a drive led by Jerry Tagge, their quarterback.

1970: National Championship

In 1970, Nebraska won a National Championship under coach Bob Devaney.

1970: Adoption of Single 'N' Logo

In 1970, due to a shortage of "U" stickers, Nebraska adopted the single "N" logo on its helmets, a change made permanent after a national championship season.

November 25, 1971: "The Game of the Century"

On November 25, 1971, Nebraska beat Oklahoma 35-31 in Norman in "The Game of the Century."

1971: "The Game of the Century" and National Championship

In 1971, Nebraska finished the season as the country's number-one team and beat Alabama 38-6 in the Orange Bowl to defend its national title. NU had a 35-31 victory over Oklahoma, viewed by fifty-five million people in the United States.

1971: National Championship

In 1971, Nebraska won a second National Championship under coach Bob Devaney.

1971: Stan Hegener Drafted Last

In 1971, Stan Hegener was drafted with the last pick of the draft into the National Football League.

1971: Last Names on Jerseys

Starting with the 1971 Orange Bowl, player last names appeared on Nebraska's jerseys for bowl games.

1973: Official Walk-On Program Begins

In 1973, Nebraska began an official walk-on program in response to the NCAA reducing the number of scholarships schools could offer.

1973: Osborne and Switzer Take Over

In 1973, Tom Osborne became Nebraska's head coach, and Barry Switzer was promoted at Oklahoma.

1973: Tom Osborne succeeds Devaney

In 1973, Tom Osborne succeeded Bob Devaney as head coach, continuing the program's success.

1973: Tom Osborne named successor

In 1973, Tom Osborne was named Bob Devaney's successor as head coach, marking the beginning of his legendary 25-year tenure.

1978: Missouri Upset

In 1978, Missouri upset Nebraska in Lincoln, which came one week after Nebraska upended No. 1 Oklahoma.

1978: Victory Over Oklahoma

Late in the 1978 regular season, Nebraska defeated No. 1 Oklahoma.

1979: Orange Bowl

In 1979, Nebraska was quickly avenged in the Orange Bowl after their victory over No. 1 Oklahoma late in the 1978 regular season.

1980: "N" on Sleeves

From 1980, Nebraska's jerseys featured just an "N" on the sleeves.

1981: Iowa Upset Victory

In 1981, Iowa's 10–7 upset victory over No. 7 Nebraska was instrumental in Hayden Fry's Iowa rebuild.

1982: Colorado Declares Nebraska Rival

In 1982, Bill McCartney declared Nebraska to be CU's primary rival, which was met with ridicule.

1983: 84-13 Victory

In 1983, Nebraska won against Minnesota with a score of 84-13.

1983: Defeat to Miami

In 1983, Nebraska's defeat to Miami is considered one of college football's greatest games.

1983: Chaotic Bowl Season

The 1984 Orange Bowl between Nebraska and Miami, considered among the best games in college football history, became a de facto national title game after a chaotic 1983 bowl season.

1983: "N" on Sleeves End

To 1983, Nebraska's jerseys featured just an "N" on the sleeves.

1984: Irving Fryar Drafted First Overall

In 1984, Irving Fryar was drafted first overall into the National Football League.

1984: Orange Bowl

In 1984, Nebraska played Miami in the Orange Bowl, which is considered one of the best games in college football history. Miami won 31-30 after Nebraska failed a two-point conversion attempt.

1984: Stripes and TV Numbers Re-Added

In 1984, stripes and TV numbers were permanently re-added to Nebraska's jerseys.

1986: Colorado Defeats Nebraska

In 1986, Colorado defeated Nebraska, marking an early success in Bill McCartney's rebuilding of the program.

1986: Red Pants with Red Jerseys

In 1986, Nebraska donned red pants with red jerseys for its contest with Oklahoma, but the combination was unofficially retired after a loss.

1988: Offensive Player of the Year

In 1988, Roger Craig was named Offensive Player of the Year.

1988: Last Names Permanently Added

In 1988, last names were permanently affixed to all of Nebraska's jerseys.

1989: Switzer Resigns

In 1989, Barry Switzer abruptly resigned from Oklahoma, after which Nebraska won seven consecutive matchups.

1989: Colorado Defeats Nebraska Again

In 1989, Colorado defeated Nebraska, continuing their rise under Bill McCartney.

1989: Orange Bowl

In 1989, Miami convincingly defeated Nebraska in the Orange Bowl, further establishing their dynasty.

1989: Centennial Patch Added

In 1989, a patch was added to the left shoulder of Nebraska's jerseys to commemorate the hundredth season of Nebraska football.

1990: Colorado Defeats Nebraska for Third Time

In 1990, Colorado defeated Nebraska for the third time, establishing themselves as a force in the Big Eight.

1991: All-White Uniforms Debut

Nebraska first wore all-white uniforms in the 1991 Florida Citrus Bowl.

1992: Orange Bowl

In 1992, Miami again defeated Nebraska in the Orange Bowl.

1992: All-White Uniforms on the Road

In 1992, Nebraska wore all-white uniforms for its first three road games.

1993: Controversial championship game loss

In 1993, Nebraska suffered a controversial championship game loss, motivating them to seek redemption in future seasons.

1993: Close call loss

In 1993, Tom Osborne experienced a last-second title game loss, intensifying his pursuit of a consensus national championship.

1993: Super Bowl Streak

Nebraska was represented by at least one player in each Super Bowl from 1993 until 2019.

1994: Tunnel Walk Introduced

In 1994, Nebraska's home games began with the "Tunnel Walk," as the team took the field before kickoff, typically accompanied by the Alan Parsons Project instrumental "Sirius."

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1994: First Consensus National Championship

In 1994, Tom Osborne won his first consensus national championship after defeating Miami in the Orange Bowl.

1994: First major-poll national championship for Tom Osborne

In 1994, Tom Osborne won his first major-poll national championship as a head coach.

1994: Osborne Wins First Major-Poll National Championship

In 1994, Tom Osborne won his first major-poll national championship, avenging three previous Orange Bowl losses to Miami.

1994: National Championship

In 1994, the Nebraska Cornhuskers won their third national championship, adding to their legacy as a top program in college football.

1994: Pants Stripes in Use

Through 1994, Nebraska's pants featured two stripes down each side.

1995: Orange Bowl

In 1995, Nebraska played Miami in the Orange Bowl, which was the third Bowl Coalition-designated national championship game. Nebraska won, giving Tom Osborne his first consensus national title as a head coach.

1995: Turbulent Season and Dominating Wins

In 1995, despite a turbulent season, Nebraska, led by Tommie Frazier and Ahman Green, dominated opponents, securing multiple top-ten victories and setting a college football record with 53.2 points per game.

1995: National Championship

In 1995, the Nebraska Cornhuskers achieved another national championship, marking a period of sustained success and dominance in college football. The 1995 team is considered among the best ever.

1995: Pants Stripes Removed

In 1995, the stripes were removed from Nebraska's pants.

1996: Adidas Partnership Begins

In 1996, Adidas became Nebraska's official shoe and uniform sponsor.

1996: Colorado Becomes Thanksgiving Opponent

In 1996, Colorado replaced Oklahoma as Nebraska's traditional Thanksgiving weekend opponent when the Big 12 was established.

1996: Big 12 Inception

In 1996, Nebraska began competing in the Big 12's North Division following the conference's inception.

1996: Domination of Florida in Fiesta Bowl

In 1996, Nebraska dominated Florida 62-24 in the Fiesta Bowl, securing their second consecutive national championship and cementing their status as a dynasty.

1996: Divisions Merged

In 1996, when the Big Eight and Southwest merged, Nebraska and Oklahoma were placed in different divisions, ending the annual series that had been ongoing since 1927.

1997: "Flea Kicker"

In 1997, Nebraska had the "Flea Kicker" play during their 24-game winning streak against Missouri.

1997: Largest Win Over Cyclones

In 1997, Nebraska recorded their largest win over the Cyclones, a 77–14 win in Lincoln, when Tom Osborne won his last national title.

1997: Big 12 Championship

In 1997, Nebraska won the Big 12 Championship Game in coach Tom Osborne's final season.

1997: Tom Osborne's retirement

In 1997, Tom Osborne retired after 25 years as head coach, leaving a legacy as one of the greatest coaches in college football history.

1997: Osborne retired after two more titles

In 1997, Tom Osborne retired after winning two more national titles, ending his legendary coaching career.

1997: Big 12 Title and National Championship

In 1997, quarterback Scott Frost led Nebraska to a Big 12 title and a narrow victory over Michigan in the Coaches poll to claim its third national title in four years.

1998: KSU defeats Nebraska

In 1998, Kansas State defeated Nebraska 40-30. It was among the biggest wins in school history and ended a 29-year losing streak to Nebraska.

1999: Bob Stoops Hired

In 1999, Bob Stoops was hired at Oklahoma and quickly revived the program.

1999: Major Stadium Expansion

In 1999, major expansions of East, West, and North Stadium began at Memorial Stadium.

2000: Sooners Beat Nebraska

In 2000, Bob Stoops' Oklahoma Sooners beat top-ranked Nebraska on the way to the national championship.

2001: Colorado Defeats No. 1 Nebraska

In 2001, Colorado defeated No. 1 Nebraska 62–36, leading to BCS controversies as Nebraska was selected for the national championship game despite having lost to Colorado.

2002: BCS National Championship

In 2002, Nebraska was controversially selected to face Miami in the BCS National Championship game, where the favored Hurricanes won 37-14.

2002: Side Panels Featured

In 2002, Nebraska's jersey and pants featured large side panels, and the team wore all-white uniforms for every road game.

2002: Nebraska to BCS National Championship Game

In 2002, Nebraska, led by coach Frank Solich, reached the BCS National Championship Game.

2003: Solich fired

In 2003, Frank Solich was fired after a 7-7 season, ending his tenure as head coach.

2003: End of Consecutive Bowl Game Appearances

In 2003, Nebraska's record-setting streak of thirty-five consecutive bowl game appearances came to an end.

2004: Ended win streak over Kansas

In 2004, Nebraska's 36-game win streak over Kansas ended. The streak started in 1969 and was the second-longest win streak over an opponent in college football history.

2004: End of Bowl Streak

In 2004, Nebraska's lengthy bowl streak came to an end during Frank Solich's tenure.

2006: Tunnel Walk Entrance Moved

In 2006, the Tunnel Walk entrance was moved to the northwest corner of the field following the completion of the Osborne Athletic Complex.

2007: Callahan fired, Pelini hired

In 2007, Bill Callahan was fired and replaced by Bo Pelini as head coach.

2009: Alternate Uniforms Introduced

Since 2009, Nebraska has worn alternate uniforms for one game in most seasons.

2010: Nebraska Departs

Before Nebraska departed the conference in 2010, the schools met twice in the Big 12 Championship Game, both resulting in Oklahoma victories.

2010: End of Limited Series Games

Ending in 2010, NU won five of just six games in the series from 1947 through 2010.

2010: Joined Big Ten

In 2010, Nebraska joined the Big Ten Conference, ending the annual series with Kansas that began in 1906.

2010: Cornhuskers leave Big 12

In 2010, Nebraska left the Big 12 conference, marking a change in the series history between Nebraska and Kansas State.

2010: Teams Depart Big 12

In 2010, both Nebraska and Colorado departed the Big 12 conference.

2011: Heroes Trophy Series Begins

In 2011, Nebraska and Iowa began playing annually for the Heroes Trophy after Nebraska joined the Big Ten.

2011: Nebraska Departs for Big Ten

In 2011, Nebraska departed the Big 12 and joined the Big Ten Conference.

2011: Joined Big Ten

In 2011, Nebraska joined the Big Ten conference, leading to regular games with Minnesota.

2012: "Adidas Unrivaled" Game

In 2012, Nebraska and Wisconsin played the first "Adidas Unrivaled" game, with both schools wearing uniforms featuring block letters instead of front numbers.

2012: Big Ten Championship Game

In 2012, Wisconsin upset Nebraska in the Big Ten Championship Game.

2012: Balloon Release Paused

In 2012, the tradition of releasing red helium balloons at Memorial Stadium was paused due to global helium shortages and environmental concerns.

2013: Stadium Expansion Completed

In 2013, major expansions of East, West, and North Stadium were completed, raising Memorial Stadium's capacity to 85,458 and enclosing the original structure.

2014: $5 Bits of Broken Chair Trophy Created

In 2014, the $5 Bits of Broken Chair Trophy was created out of a Twitter exchange between Minnesota's mascot and "Faux Pelini."

2014: Freedom Trophy Awarded

In 2014, the Freedom Trophy was first awarded to the winner of the game between Nebraska and Wisconsin.

2015: On-field Exchanges

In 2015, there were publicized on-field exchanges between Nebraska and Minnesota, related to the $5 Bits of Broken Chair Trophy.

2017: Apparel Deal Signed

In 2017, Nebraska and Adidas signed an eleven-year, $128-million apparel deal.

2017: Missed Bowl Game

In 2017, Nebraska missed a bowl game for the first time in ten years, beginning a seven-year stretch without postseason play.

2017: Recognition of Early Inductees

In 2017, the school recognized eight early College Football Hall of Fame inductees, including Guy Chamberlin, whose career predated the use of numbers on jerseys.

2019: Blackshirts-Themed Uniforms

In 2019, Nebraska wore Blackshirts-themed alternate uniforms.

2019: Taylor Named Bengals Head Coach

In 2019, Zac Taylor, a former Nebraska quarterback, was named head coach of the Cincinnati Bengals.

2020: Blackshirts-Themed Uniforms Worn Again

In 2020, Nebraska wore Blackshirts-themed alternate uniforms.

2022: Balloon Release Paused Again

In 2022, the tradition of releasing red helium balloons at Memorial Stadium was paused again due to global helium shortages and environmental concerns.

2023: Matt Rhule Hired

In 2023, Matt Rhule was hired as head coach, signaling a new direction for the Nebraska football program.

2023: Volleyball Day in Nebraska

In 2023, Memorial Stadium hosted "Volleyball Day in Nebraska," which set a stadium record and the highest attendance ever recorded for a women's sporting event, with 92,003 attendees.

2023: Minnesota Wins

In 2023, Minnesota won against Nebraska in Minneapolis and holds the $5 Bits of Broken Chair Trophy.

2023: Centennial Celebration Uniforms

In 2023, Nebraska celebrated the stadium's hundredth anniversary by wearing blue-trimmed jerseys.

2023: Tunnel Walk Entrance Moved Again

In 2023, the Tunnel Walk entrance was relocated to the northeast corner when the home locker room was moved to the Osborne Legacy Complex.

2024: Permanent Conference Opponent

Following Big Ten expansion in 2024, the Hawkeyes are the Cornhuskers' only permanent conference opponent.

2024: Colorado Rejoined

In 2024, Colorado rejoined the conference.

2024: Iowa Wins Heroes Trophy

In 2024, Iowa holds the Heroes Trophy after its win in Iowa City.

2024: Return to a Bowl Game

In 2024, Nebraska returned to a bowl game, ending a seven-year absence from postseason play.

2024: Nebraska Holds Freedom Trophy

In 2024, Nebraska won against Wisconsin in Lincoln and holds the Freedom Trophy.

2024: Big Ten Disbands Division System

In 2024, the Big Ten Conference disbanded its division system after Nebraska won one division title across thirteen seasons.

2024: End of Traditional Walk-On Programs

In 2024, traditional walk-on programs were essentially ended when the NCAA began limiting roster sizes.

October 18, 2025: Future Game Scheduled

The next game between Nebraska and Minnesota is scheduled for October 18, 2025.

November 28, 2025: Upcoming Game

The next game between Nebraska and Iowa is scheduled for November 28, 2025.

2027: Future Game Scheduled

The next game between Nebraska and Wisconsin is scheduled for 2027.

September 15, 2029: Future Game Scheduled

The next game between Nebraska and Oklahoma is scheduled for September 15, 2029.

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