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Cover Five: Optimism or pessimism? Reason for both as Nebraska's flaws come into focus

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Cover Five: Optimism or pessimism? Reason for both as Nebraska's flaws come into focus

• Luke Mullin | Lincoln Journal Star
• Sep 21, 2025
• Sep 21, 2025
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Nebraska's Emmett Johnson (21) walks off the field after the Huskers' loss to Michigan on Saturday at Memorial Stadium. 

• KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Nebraska's Williams Nwaneri (96) Vincent Shavers (9, behind, not visible) and DeShon Singleton (8) tackle Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

• ARTHUR H. TRICKETT-WILE, Journal Star

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Luke Mullin | Lincoln Journal Star

Two hours separated a pair of trips to the locker room which couldn’t have been much different for Dylan Raiola.

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Photos: Nebraska football hosts Michigan in Big Ten opener, Sept. 20, 2025

Nebraska players join Michigan players in a post game prayer on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Nebraska's Luke Lindenmeyer (44) tries to fend off Michigan’s Ernest Hausmann (15) on Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star file photo

Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule and special teams coordinator Mike Ekeler speak during the second half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Michigan’s Shamari Earls (2) is called for pass interference as he collides with Nebraska's Nyziah Hunter (13) during the second half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Nebraska's Heinrich Haarberg (10) sheds a tackle by Michigan’s TJ Metcalf (7) during the second half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

A pass by Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola, not pictured, is nearly picked off by Michigan’s Jayden Sanders (27) during the second half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Players on Nebraska's defense look toward the sideline as they try to catch their breath during the second half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Nebraska's Marques Watson-Trent (33) tackles Michigan’s Jordan Marshall (23) as he tries to leap over the defensive line during the Sept. 20 game at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star file photo

Nebraska defensive coordinator John Butler watches from the sideline during the Michigan game. Butler’s front seven faces a pivotal stretch after giving up explosive runs against Michigan.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Nebraska Athletic Director Troy Dannen watches the Huskers take on Michigan on Sept. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star file photo

Nebraska's DeShon Singleton (8) speaks to Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) as he leaves the field during the second half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Former Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola speaks to a referee during the game against Michigan on Sept. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star file photo

Nebraska offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen coaches against Michigan on Sept. 20 at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star file photo

Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule and special teams coordinator Mike Ekeler look on during the Michigan game Sept. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star file photo

Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood returns for his sophomore season under new coach Kyle Whittingham.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star file photo

Nebraska's Javin Wright (0) holds back Michigan’s Justice Haynes (22) during a run on Sept. 20 at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Michigan’s Justice Haynes (22) is tackled by Nebraska's Vincent Shavers (9) on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Nebraska's Kamdyn Koch (37) consoles kicker Kyle Cunanan (91) after Cunanan's missed field goal.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Nebraska's Heinrich Haarberg (10) and quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) celebrate after a touchdown Saturday.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Nebraska's Heinrich Haarberg (10) and quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) celebrate after a touchdown during the second half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Nebraska's Heinrich Haarberg (10) dives into the endzone past Michigan’s Derrick Moore (8) to score a touchdown during the second half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Nebraska's Jacory Barney (2) reacts after making a catch near the endzone during the second half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

The Nebraska student section throws the bones after a defensive stop during the first half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Nebraska's Ceyair Wright (1) and Javin Wright (0) bring down Michigan’s Evan Link (71) and quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) during the second half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Michigan players line up across from the Nebraska offense during the second half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

A squadron of F16s perform a flyover before the game against Michigan on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Members of the 1995 Championship team walk out of the tunnel before the game.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

Michigan’s Justice Haynes (22) runs the ball against Nebraska on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

ARTHUR H. TRICKETT-WILE, Journal Star

Nebraska kicker Kyle Cunanan (91) kicks with a hold by Nebraska punter Kamdyn Koch (37) during the first half on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. The teams were tied 17-17 going into the half.

ARTHUR H. TRICKETT-WILE,Journal Star

Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) runs the ball during the second half on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska lost to Michigan 30-27.

ARTHUR H. TRICKETT-WILE,Journal Star

Nebraska student fans react during the second half on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska lost to Michigan 30-27.

ARTHUR H. TRICKETT-WILE,Journal Star

Nebraska kicker Kyle Cunanan (91) kicks with a hold by Nebraska punter Kamdyn Koch (37) during the first half on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. The teams were tied 17-17 going into the half.

ARTHUR H. TRICKETT-WILE,Journal Star

Michigan’s Justice Haynes (22) runs the ball during the first half of the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. The teams were tied 17-17 going into the half.

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Nebraska student fans react during the second half on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska lost to Michigan 30-27.

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Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) runs the ball during the second half on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska lost to Michigan 30-27.

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Michigan acting head coach Biff Poggi reacts during the second half on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska lost to Michigan 30-27.

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A young Nebraska fan is hoisted up for the “Simba” cam on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska lost to Michigan 30-27.

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Michigan acting head coach Biff Poggi talks with an official during the second half on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska lost to Michigan 30-27.

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Michigan’s Elijah Dotson (22) beams as he runs out of the visitor entrance before the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. The teams were tied 17-17 going into the half.

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Michigan acting head coach Biff Poggi looks out toward the field before running out of the visitor entrance before the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. The teams were tied 17-17 going into the half.

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Nebraska's Jacory Barney (2) tries to break free of Michigan’s Brandyn Hillman (6) during the first half Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska's DeShon Singleton (8) recovers a fumble during the first half of the Michigan State on Sept. 20 at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska's Jacory Barney (2) catches a touchdown pass ahead of Michigan’s Jyaire Hill (20) during the first half on Sep. 20 at Memorial Stadium. 

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Nebraska fans react during the first half of the game.

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Nebraska student fans react during the first half of the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. The teams were tied 17-17 going into the half.

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Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule embraces Michigan interim head coach Biff Poggi following the Huskers loss to wolverines on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska offensive line coach Donovan Raiola speaks with Teddy Prochazka (65), Rocco Spindler (50) and Henry Lutovsky (59) during the game against Michigan on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

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Michigan’s Dominic Nichols (33) blocks a pass by Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) during the second half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Michigan defenders, Cameron Brandt (9), Enow Etta (17) and Derrick Moore (8) combine together to tackle Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) during the second half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) looks to pass during the second half of the game against Michigan on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) hands off the ball to Emmett Johnson (21) during the second half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska defenders pressure Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) as he looks to pass during the second half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska's Emmett Johnson (21) walks off the field after the Huskers' loss to Michigan on Saturday at Memorial Stadium. 

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Nebraska's Rocco Spindler (50) walks off the field following the Huskers loss to Michigan during the second half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Nebraska's Rocco Spindler (50) walks off the field following the Huskers loss to Michigan during the second half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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While disappointed in the loss to Michigan, Nebraska coach Matt Rhule on Monday pointed out the positives from the Huskers' start to the season, like Jacory Barney (pictured) and an improved pass game.

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Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) is tripped up by Nebraska's Rex Guthrie (21) during the second half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Michigan’s Enow Etta (17) sacks Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) — one of seven times the Wolverines got to Raiola on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska's Dane Key (6) carries the ball under tackle by Michigan’s Jayden Sanders (27) on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska lost to Michigan 30-27.

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/m21o/ carries the ball under tackle by Michigan’s TJ Metcalf (7) on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska lost to Michigan 30-27.

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Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) looks for a pass against Michigan during the second half on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska lost to Michigan 30-27.

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Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) passes on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska lost to Michigan 30-27.

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Nebraska's Williams Nwaneri (96) Vincent Shavers (9, behind, not visible) and DeShon Singleton (8) tackle Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

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Michigan’s Jordan Marshall (23) carries the ball as Nebraska's Donovan Jones attempts a tackle on Sept. 20 at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) walks off the field after the game Saturday.

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A Nebraska fan reacts after losing the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska lost to Michigan 30-27.

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Nebraska's Emmett Johnson (21) walks off the field after the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska lost to Michigan 30-27.

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Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule walks off the field after the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska lost to Michigan 30-27.

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Nebraska outside linebackers coach Phil Simpson walks off the field after the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska lost to Michigan 30-27.

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Nebraska's Heinrich Haarberg (10) celebrates a touchdown with Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska lost to Michigan 30-27.

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Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) hangs his head as he walks off the field following the Huskers loss to Michigan the first half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) hangs his head as he walks off the field with his teammate Jacob Brandl (78) following the Huskers loss to Michigan on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) passes during the first half of the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. The teams were tied 17-17 going into the half.

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Nebraska fans celebrate a touchdown during the first half on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. The teams were tied 17-17 going into the half.

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Nebraska's Jacory Barney (2) celebrates after scoring against Michigan on Sept. 20 at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska's Luke Lindenmeyer (44) is tackled by Michigan’s Ernest Hausmann (15) during the first half of the game Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

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Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) celebrates a touchdown with Michigan’s Donaven McCulley (1) during the first half of the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. The teams were tied 17-17 going into the half.

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Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) runs for a touchdown during the first half of the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. The teams were tied 17-17 going into the half.

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Michigan’s Cole Sullivan (23) celebrates an interception with Ernest Hausmann (15) and Mason Curtis (25) during the first half of the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. The teams were tied 17-17 going into the half.

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Nebraska's Isaiah Mozee (22) is tackled by Michigan’s Dominic Nichols (33) and Cole Sullivan (23) during the first half of the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. The teams were tied 17-17 going into the half.

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Michigan’s Channing Goodwin (9) narrowly misses a touchdown catch during the first half of the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. The teams were tied 17-17 going into the half.

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Fans react during the first half on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. The teams were tied 17-17 going into the half.

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Nebraska's Isaiah Mozee (22) is tackled bu Michigan’s TJ Metcalf (7) during the first half on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium. The teams were tied 17-17 going into the half.

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Nebraska's Jacory Barney (2) celebrates by dancing after catching a touchdown pass during the first half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska's Jacory Barney (2) catches a touchdown pass during the first half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Michigan’s Troy Bowles (18) defends Nebraska's Emmett Johnson (21) as he runs the ball during the first half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska's Dasan McCullough (15) celebrates with his teammates after sacking Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood, not pictured, during the first half on Sept. 20 at Memorial Stadium.

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Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) is sacked by Nebraska's Dasan McCullough (15) during the first half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska's Williams Nwaneri (96) holds up his hand after forcing Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) to fumble the ball during the first half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule reacts after a Michigan touchdown on Saturday. The Huskers fell to 3-1 this season with the 30-27 loss.

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Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule reacts as Michigan scores against the Huskers during the first half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) has a pass tipped by Michigan’s Enow Etta (17) during the first half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) runs in a touchdown against Nebraska on Saturday at Memorial Stadium, part of the Wolverines' 286-yard effort on the ground.

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Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola confirmed on social media Monday that he intends to enter the transfer portal when it opens next month.

KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star file photo

Michigan’s Cole Sullivan (23) holds up a intercepted pass as he imitates eating corn during the first half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Michigan’s Cole Sullivan (23) intercepts a pass tipped by Mason Curtis (25) that was intended for Nebraska's Luke Lindenmeyer (44) during the first half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Michigan’s Ernest Hausmann (15) brings down Nebraska's Emmett Johnson (21) during the first half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Michigan’s Channing Goodwin (9) runs the ball as he breaks a tackle by Nebraska's Andrew Marshall (10) during the first half on Sept. 20 at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska's Emmett Johnson (21) runs the ball against Michigan on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska's Emmett Johnson (21) runs the ball as he is tackled by Michigan’s Ernest Hausmann (15) during the first half on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) dives forward for extra yards as he is tackled by Nebraska's Marques Buford (3) and Williams Nwaneri (96) in the first half the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska's Mekhi Nelson (35) jumps in the air as the Huskers leave the tunnel before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska boxer Bud Crawford leads the Huskers onto the field before the game Saturday.

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Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) leads the Huskers out of the tunnel before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska's Quinn Clark (18) stretches during warmups for the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska's Mario Buford (31) warms up before the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska punter Kamdyn Koch (37) holds for kicker Kyle Cunanan (91) during warmups before the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule, center left, and Michigan interim head coach Biff Poggi, center right, speak at mid-field on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule and Michigan interim head coach Biff Poggi share a laugh at mid-field before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Michigan’s Ernest Hausmann (15) and Troy Bowles (18) warm up on the field before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Michigan interim head coach Biff Poggi is seen on the field before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Michigan interim head coach Biff Poggi speaks with game officials on the field before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood, left, warms up before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) warms up before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

KENNETH FERRIERA,Journal Star

Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) warms up before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska special teams coordinator Mike Ekeler watches kickers warm up on the field before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Former Nebraska player Will Compton speaks with punter Archie Wilson (83) before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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The field is pictured before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Volunteers hand out balloons before the game.

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Volunteers hand out balloons before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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13-year Luke Johnson, from Lincoln, carries red balloons to hand out to Nebraska fans before the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska fan Mark Harris grills burgers at a Lolo’s stand.

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Nebraska fan Isaac Gross enjoys a hot dog from Lolo’s before the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

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Listed from right to left, Kailei Muehelenkamp, from Anchorage, enjoys drinks with Gabby Pinheiro, from Maui, and Janet Smutny, from Omaha, before the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska players are reflected in the awning of the Tom Osborne Memorial Complex during the Legacy Walk before the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) walks in with the team at the Legacy Walk before the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

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Herbie Husker hypes up the crowd at the Legacy Walk before the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

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Feature twirler Britney Berry twirls at the Legacy Walk before the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska senior Will Nitzschke plays the tuba at the Legacy Walk before the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

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13-year-old Ryan Robison, from Bertrand, tosses a ball with a friend before the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

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A young Nebraska fan waits for the team to come down the Hall of Fame for the Legacy Walk before the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

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Two Nebraska fans enjoy drinks on the stairs of a parking garage before the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska fans walk over the bridge to the stadium before the game on Saturday, Sep. 20, 2025, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska players take part in the unity walk before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska players take part in the unity walk before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola is escorted into the stadium before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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A police sharpshooter provides over watch of the Legacy walk before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Ben Laws, a Senior University of Nebraska chemistry major, wears Nebraska "N" face paint while waiting to get into the stadium before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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A vendor wears necklaces as they sell them before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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University of Nebraska students Lizzy Kester, bottom left, and her sister Alli Petersen, bottom center, play a game of Go Fish as they wait in line to get into the stadium before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Wilder Thome, 7, of Lincoln, catches a ball thrown by his father Brett, not pictured, as they tailgate before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska fans walk through the tailgate lot before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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Nebraska superfan Kevin Coleman starts the "Go Big Red" chant before the game on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2024, at Memorial Stadium.

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