Saunders
Heisman Trophy Winner
The series has generated plenty of discussion by fans as to whether it is a rivalry. Many in Nebraska view Oklahoma as the program’s one equal combatant, and Iowa doesn’t measure up historically. Many Hawkeye fans are content with rivals Iowa State, Minnesota and Wisconsin and loathe the Cornhuskers’ arrogance.
“It’s probably not old enough yet to really consider it a true rivalry,” said Anthony Herron, a former Iowa player and current broadcaster for NBC Sports, the Pac-12 Network, SiriusXM and other entities. “Iowa kind of controls it right now on the field, which is cool. But historically, Nebraska has obviously been in the more championship-ridden program.
“I think the two fan bases are similar enough in demographics and age and in passion that it’s fun. As the years roll by, it’s going to feel like more and more of a true rivalry.”
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