Nebraska linebacker Owen Chambliss talks about his Husker debut
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Nebraska linebacker Owen Chambliss talks about his Husker debut
Danny Jaillet, Cornhuskers Wire·Cornhuskers Wire
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NebraskalinebackerOwen Chamblisstalked about returning to the field following an injury that kept him out for the team's season opener againstOhio. In his Husker debut, he finished with 4 tackles in Saturday's 56-7 win overBowling Green.
With the victory, Nebraska improved to 2-0 on the season for the third straight year. The victory is Nebraska's 10th straight win in regular-season non-conference play dating back to the 2023 season.
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After surrendering 303 yards in Week 1 to Ohio, the Blackshirts responded in a big way, holding the Falcons to 169 total yards. Bowling Green was held to 2 of 12 on 3rd down and had two turnovers.
Chamblis was asked about getting back onto the field and into the swing of things. He told the assembled media that he was actually nervous before the game.
"It felt amazing. Super anxious before the game, just wanted to get back out there with the guys. It felt amazing to step out there and play."
Nebraska returns to action next Saturday, hostingNorth Dakotaat Memorial Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:15 p.m. CT and will air on the Big Ten Network.
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; The Nebraska Cornhuskers run onto the field before the game against the Bowling Green Falcons at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Matt Rhule and Bowling Green Falcons head coach Eddie George talk during warmups before the game at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) hands the ball off to running back Jamal Rule (25) against the Bowling Green Falcons during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Jamal Rule (25) is dragged down by Bowling Green Falcons linebacker Dorian Pringle (3) during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Jacory Barney Jr. (2) catches a pass for a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Jacory Barney Jr. (2) and running back Mekhi Nelson (13) celebrate after a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Jacory Barney Jr. (2), wide receiver Nyziah Hunter (1) and running back Mekhi Nelson (13) celebrate after a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Matt Rhule reacts to an interception by the Bowling Green Falcons during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) passes against the Bowling Green Falcons during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Kwazi Gilmer (3) catches for a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers tight end Carter Nelson (29) celebrates after a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Jamal Rule (25) runs for a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Jamal Rule (25) runs for a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Bowling Green Falcons running back Ke'marion Baldwin (4) is dragged down by Nebraska Cornhuskers linebacker Pierce Mooberry (56) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Jacory Barney Jr. (2) runs against Bowling Green Falcons safety Kal-El Pascal (0) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Bowling Green Falcons head coach Eddie George looks on during the second quarter against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Isaiah Mozee (22) runs against Bowling Green Falcons defensive back Drey Braxton (1) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Jacory Barney Jr. (2) catches a pass for a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) scrambles against the Bowling Green Falcons during the third quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Bowling Green Falcons fullback Leo Kemp (44) and Bowling Green Falcons quarterback Jay Kastantin (17) celebrate after a touchdown against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Isaiah Mozee (22) scores a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Isaiah Mozee (22) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers linebacker Derek Wacker (42) scores a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Demitrius Bell (11) pushes against Bowling Green Falcons cornerback Nick Sawyer (18) during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback TJ Lateef (14) passes against the Bowling Green Falcons during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Kwinten Ives (21) runs for a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Nyziah Hunter (1) is pushed out of bounds against Bowling Green Falcons cornerback Nick Sawyer (18) during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) scrambles against the Bowling Green Falcons during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Jamal Rule (25) celebrates after defeating the Bowling Green Falcons at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Matt Rhule embraces Bowling Green Falcons head coach Eddie George after the game at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Drones display the America 250 logo during a drone and light show following the game between the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Bowling Green Falcons at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Fireworks go off during a drone and light show for America 250 following the game between the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Bowling Green Falcons at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; The Nebraska Cornhuskers run onto the field before the game against the Bowling Green Falcons at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; The Nebraska Cornhuskers run onto the field before the game against the Bowling Green Falcons at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Matt Rhule and Bowling Green Falcons head coach Eddie George talk during warmups before the game at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) hands the ball off to running back Jamal Rule (25) against the Bowling Green Falcons during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Jamal Rule (25) is dragged down by Bowling Green Falcons linebacker Dorian Pringle (3) during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Jacory Barney Jr. (2) catches a pass for a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Jacory Barney Jr. (2) and running back Mekhi Nelson (13) celebrate after a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Jacory Barney Jr. (2), wide receiver Nyziah Hunter (1) and running back Mekhi Nelson (13) celebrate after a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Matt Rhule reacts to an interception by the Bowling Green Falcons during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) passes against the Bowling Green Falcons during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Kwazi Gilmer (3) catches for a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers tight end Carter Nelson (29) celebrates after a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Jamal Rule (25) runs for a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Jamal Rule (25) runs for a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Bowling Green Falcons running back Ke'marion Baldwin (4) is dragged down by Nebraska Cornhuskers linebacker Pierce Mooberry (56) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Jacory Barney Jr. (2) runs against Bowling Green Falcons safety Kal-El Pascal (0) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Bowling Green Falcons head coach Eddie George looks on during the second quarter against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Isaiah Mozee (22) runs against Bowling Green Falcons defensive back Drey Braxton (1) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Jacory Barney Jr. (2) catches a pass for a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) scrambles against the Bowling Green Falcons during the third quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Bowling Green Falcons fullback Leo Kemp (44) and Bowling Green Falcons quarterback Jay Kastantin (17) celebrate after a touchdown against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Isaiah Mozee (22) scores a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Isaiah Mozee (22) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers linebacker Derek Wacker (42) scores a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Demitrius Bell (11) pushes against Bowling Green Falcons cornerback Nick Sawyer (18) during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback TJ Lateef (14) passes against the Bowling Green Falcons during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Kwinten Ives (21) runs for a touchdown against the Bowling Green Falcons during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Nyziah Hunter (1) is pushed out of bounds against Bowling Green Falcons cornerback Nick Sawyer (18) during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Anthony Colandrea (10) scrambles against the Bowling Green Falcons during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Jamal Rule (25) celebrates after defeating the Bowling Green Falcons at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Matt Rhule embraces Bowling Green Falcons head coach Eddie George after the game at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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A closer look at Nebraska's win over Bowling Green on Saturday night
Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Drones display the America 250 logo during a drone and light show following the game between the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Bowling Green Falcons at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Sep 12, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Fireworks go off during a drone and light show for America 250 following the game between the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Bowling Green Falcons at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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