Nebraska receives votes in latest US LBM Coaches Poll
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Nebraska receives votes in latest US LBM Coaches Poll
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
For the first time since 2016, the NebraskaCornhuskersare 5-0. The Huskers defeated Maryland 48-23 on Homecoming Saturday to improve to 2-0 in Big Ten play for the first time since 2017.
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Nebraska now leads the all-time series between the schools to 4-1. The Huskers have now won 15 of their past 17 Homecoming games.
Wide receiver Kwazi Gilmer was the star of the afternoon with 10 receptions for a career-high 147 yards and 2 touchdowns. He is the first Husker to have back-to-back 100-yard receiving games since Samori Toure in September of 2021.
Quarterback Anthony Colandrea threw for 238 yards and three touchdowns and rushed for a career-high 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.
Nebraska remains home and will host Indiana on Saturday, Oct. 10 at 11 a.m. CT.
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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