Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Mekhi Nelson (13) runs for a touchdown against the Maryland Terrapins during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Nebraska football defeated Maryland 48-23 on Saturday afternoon in a bit of an uneven game. After struggling in the first half, the Huskers played much better in the second, scoring 20 unanswered points in the fourth quarter.
For the first time since 2016, the Huskers are 5-0 and are 2-0 in Big Ten play for the first time since 2017. Nebraska now leads the all-time series between the schools to 4-1 and has now won 15 of its past 17 Homecoming games.
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Anthony Colandrea went 26-of-39 on the afternoon, throwing for 238 yards, three touchdowns, and an interception. However, he had a much better game on the ground, carrying the ball 10 times for 108 yards. Colandrea is the first Husker quarterback to top 100 rushing yards since Heinrich Haarberg rushed for 157 yards against Louisiana Tech in 2023.
Kwazi Gilmer had his second straight 100-yard receiving game, tallying 11 catches for 147 yards. He is the first Husker to have back-to-back 100-yard receiving games since Samori Toure in September of 2021.
After an uneven start, Huskers fans were excited about the victory on social media.
Fans are looking forward to next week already
The Huskers can be a confusing team at times
Fans loved a successful weekend against Maryland
Husker fans were excited about history
Fans are riding high after the win
Fans like the feeling of winning
This sums up the game perfectly
Optimism is high for next week
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Two F-16's fly over the field during the national anthem before the game between the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Maryland Terrapins at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins quarterback Malik Washington (7) warms up before the game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins linebacker Travares Daniels II (30) warms up before the game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins quarterback Malik Washington (7) throws the ball away as he is hit by Nebraska Cornhuskers linebacker Dexter Foster (24) during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers defensive back Jeremiah Charles (25) runs into Maryland Terrapins punter Bryce McFerson (34) during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Isaiah Mozee (22) runs against the Maryland Terrapins during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) passes against the Maryland Terrapins during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins wide receiver Chris Durr Jr. (13) scores a touchdown against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins wide receiver Chris Durr Jr. (13) and wide receiver Na'eem Abdul-Rahim Gladding (1) celebrate after a touchdown against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Matt Rhule talks with a referee during the first quarter against the Maryland Terrapins at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) passes against the Maryland Terrapins during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins quarterback Malik Washington (7) passes against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Kwazi Gilmer (3) celebrates after a first down against the Maryland Terrapins during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Mekhi Nelson (13) runs for a touchdown against the Maryland Terrapins during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins head coach Mike Locksley walks onto the field during a timeout in the second quarter against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins running back DeJuan Williams (0) runs against Nebraska Cornhuskers defensive back Donovan Jones (8) and defensive back Victor Evans III (22) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins running back DeJuan Williams (0) scores a touchdown against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins quarterback Malik Washington (7) scrambles against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Isaiah Mozee (22) is brought down by Maryland Terrapins defensive lineman Daniel Owens (39) and defensive back Amari Jackson (24) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers fans cheer after a touchdown by tight end Luke Lindenmeyer (8) against the Maryland Terrapins during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers tight end Luke Lindenmeyer (8) and running back Vincent Genatone (30) celebrate after a touchdown against the Maryland Terrapins during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Isaiah Mozee (22) runs against Maryland Terrapins defensive back Amari Jackson (24) during the third quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Kwazi Gilmer (3) catches a pass against Maryland Terrapins defensive back Ricardo Cooper Jr. (25) during the third quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; A Nebraska Cornhuskers cheerleader runs with a flag on the field after a score against the Maryland Terrapins during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Kwazi Gilmer (3) runs after a catch for a touchdown against Maryland Terrapins linebacker Carlton Smith (32) during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins quarterback Malik Washington (7) is sacked by Nebraska Cornhuskers linebacker Vincent Shavers Jr. (10) during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) passes against the Maryland Terrapins during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Two F-16's fly over the field during the national anthem before the game between the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Maryland Terrapins at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
1/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Two F-16's fly over the field during the national anthem before the game between the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Maryland Terrapins at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
2/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins quarterback Malik Washington (7) warms up before the game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins linebacker Travares Daniels II (30) warms up before the game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
4/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins quarterback Malik Washington (7) throws the ball away as he is hit by Nebraska Cornhuskers linebacker Dexter Foster (24) during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
5/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers defensive back Jeremiah Charles (25) runs into Maryland Terrapins punter Bryce McFerson (34) during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
6/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Isaiah Mozee (22) runs against the Maryland Terrapins during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
7/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) passes against the Maryland Terrapins during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
8/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins wide receiver Chris Durr Jr. (13) scores a touchdown against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
9/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins wide receiver Chris Durr Jr. (13) and wide receiver Na'eem Abdul-Rahim Gladding (1) celebrate after a touchdown against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
10/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Matt Rhule talks with a referee during the first quarter against the Maryland Terrapins at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
11/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) passes against the Maryland Terrapins during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
12/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins quarterback Malik Washington (7) passes against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
13/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Kwazi Gilmer (3) celebrates after a first down against the Maryland Terrapins during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
14/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Mekhi Nelson (13) runs for a touchdown against the Maryland Terrapins during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
15/27
Maryland Terrapins fire head coach after 2-5 start to season
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins head coach Mike Locksley walks onto the field during a timeout in the second quarter against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
16/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins running back DeJuan Williams (0) runs against Nebraska Cornhuskers defensive back Donovan Jones (8) and defensive back Victor Evans III (22) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
17/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins running back DeJuan Williams (0) scores a touchdown against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
18/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins quarterback Malik Washington (7) scrambles against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
19/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Isaiah Mozee (22) is brought down by Maryland Terrapins defensive lineman Daniel Owens (39) and defensive back Amari Jackson (24) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
20/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers fans cheer after a touchdown by tight end Luke Lindenmeyer (8) against the Maryland Terrapins during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
21/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers tight end Luke Lindenmeyer (8) and running back Vincent Genatone (30) celebrate after a touchdown against the Maryland Terrapins during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
22/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Isaiah Mozee (22) runs against Maryland Terrapins defensive back Amari Jackson (24) during the third quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
23/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Kwazi Gilmer (3) catches a pass against Maryland Terrapins defensive back Ricardo Cooper Jr. (25) during the third quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
24/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; A Nebraska Cornhuskers cheerleader runs with a flag on the field after a score against the Maryland Terrapins during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
25/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Kwazi Gilmer (3) runs after a catch for a touchdown against Maryland Terrapins linebacker Carlton Smith (32) during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
26/27
A closer look at Nebraska's victory over Maryland
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Maryland Terrapins quarterback Malik Washington (7) is sacked by Nebraska Cornhuskers linebacker Vincent Shavers Jr. (10) during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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A look at Nebraska QB Anthony Colandrea's college football career
Oct 3, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) passes against the Maryland Terrapins during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
(Dylan Widger, IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)
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