Can we tackle their players?
Nebraska opens against Cincinnati with an aggressive defense, unsettled tackles and new leaders stepping into the spotlight.
It’s game week. Finally.
The 2025 Nebraska football season kicks off Thursday night at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City against Cincinnati. After three weeks of camp, two scrimmages and countless questions, the Huskers step onto the field with real stakes.
Monday’s media availability with coordinators Dana Holgorsen and John Butler, along with several players, gave us a clear picture of where things stand: a defense intent on dictating the fight, an offense still sorting its tackle spots and a team redefining leadership under Matt Rhule.
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