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What Bob Devaney Saw in Tom Osborne | Yardbarker
If you wanted to make the case that God’s a Cornhusker, there might not be a better place to start than here: Tom Osborne arrived on Nebraska’s campus as a young graduate student in pursuit of a PhD within a month of Bob Devaney taking over as the Huskers’ head football coach.
Nebraska right-handed pitcher TJ Coats enters transfer portal
Nebraska baseball lost another player to the portal over the weekend. Pitcher TJ Coats of Cloud County Community College leaves after one season.
‘If We’re Not Good, Blame It on Me’: Matt Rhule Talks Nebraska’s 2025 Outlook
Matt Rhule isn’t shying away from pressure in Year 3: “If we’re not good, blame it on me.” His message? The players shouldn’t carry the weight alone.
First Look: Why Danny Odem’s Tape Shows Immediate Impact for Nebraska
The future of Nebraska football just got a significant boost with the commitment of 2026 four-star cornerback Danny Odem. A deep dive into Odem’s film reveals not just a promising prospect, but a player who can impact NU’s defense.
Other News From The Sporting World
Mavericks star Kyrie Irving reportedly set to sign new 3-year, $119 million contract after declining option – Yahoo Sports
Kyrie Irving is currently recovering from a torn ACL, though he’s expected to be back on the court around January.
Arisa Trew Makes History (Yet Again) at X Games Osaka 2025
Australian skateboarding powerhouse, Arisa Trew simply cannot be stopped. She made X Games history once again over the weekend in Osaka. Here’s how.
NBA owners unanimously approve $1.5 billion sale of Minnesota Timberwolves, WNBA’s Lynx | AP News
The $1.5 billion sale of the Minnesota Timberwolves from Glen Taylor to an investment group led by e-commerce entrepreneur Marc Lore and former baseball star Alex Rodriguez has gained unanimous approval by NBA owners more than four years after the deal was reached.
Ryder Lyons commitment illustrates changes in how BYU recruits – Deseret News
Ryder Lyons commitment to BYU illustrates changes in how BYU sells itself. How BYU beat out Oregon, USC to land Ryder Lyons, one of the top QB prospects in the country.
Woody Johnson’s Crystal Palace Purchase Could Benefit Jets In Strange Way
The New York Jets under Aaron Glenn and Darren Mougey might benefit from Woody Johson’s recent purchase of 43 percent stake in Crystal Palace.
MLB Player Reduced to Tears After Disrespectful Act by Fan on Tuesday – Yahoo Sports
Unacceptable fan behavior.
Kirk Ferentz’s take on college’s new era may surprise you ahead of 27th Iowa season – The Athletic
When it comes to paying athletes and allowing them to move around at a whim, Ferentz is more invigorated than many of his peers.
Amateur Athletes Are Turning to Ozempic to Raise Their Game – WSJ
Runners, cyclists and other fitness enthusiasts say weight-loss drugs give them a performance edge, despite potential risks
Why Women Excel at Longer Endurance Running | The Running Week
Discover how women’s unique physiological advantages in fat utilization, temperature regulation, and fatigue resistance are challenging traditional assumptions about gender performance in ultra-distance running events.
West Texas boom: Inside Texas Tech’s bold all-in bet on NIL and the billionaire landman responsible – CBSSports.com
The Red Raiders spent big to pull in a stacked transfer class; can it transform Lubbock?
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‘Come Original’: 311 Reflect on 35 Years of Music and Human Connection – Newsweek
Alternative rock band 311 reflect on the legacy of their breakthrough album, touring, and connecting with fans.
How the Meanest Genre Got Nice | The New Yorker
Kelefa Sanneh reviews “NEVER ENOUGH,” the latest release by the hardcore band Turnstile.
2025 Big Sky Football Preview
The official Big Sky preview ahead of the 2025 college football season from FCS Football Central on SI, including key returners, notable offseason additions, and predicted order of finish
A New Meatpacking Plant’s Novel Pitch to Attract American Workers – WSJ
A Nebraska slaughterhouse offers ergonomic work stations and no night shift to lure employees as the immigration crackdown threatens its traditional labor force
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