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Ha! Right? What we need is a coach that hires complete and total strangers BUT those strangers should also have 30 years experience, but they should still be young, and they should have tons of connections BUT not enough connections that they leave, unless we hate them, then they can leave but it has to be for a better job but it also can't be for a better job because that means NU is a stepping stone job.

I learned that people who thought Satt wasn’t the issue or made excuses for him because of player mistakes were dead wrong. What a difference a competent coordinator makes.

I take it back. He def is a #1 back and and absolute stud.

God the pouting around here has been unbearable this season. Time to take a week off y'all we're going bowling and we scored 44 on a solid defense!!

Do you really think that if Coleman was physically and mentally available to play, that a staff would sit him out of spite? I think there’s a lot more to the story and I’m going to trust the staff that if he were able to play, then he’d play.

So everyone has been begging for MR to do something, he does the thing. "Why is MR so clueless?" Never win with Husker fans.

Not on the 50 you can't!

It's disappointing that Ferentz sent out the SWAT team to guard the Hawkeye logo so Nebraska couldn't pray at midfield in the pre-pregame. Everyone needs to stop being so soft.

First ever sellout of the Wish.com Boca Raton Bowl incoming! We did it people!

Biology is a s#!tshow Rebecca Helm, a biologist and an assistant professor at the University of North Carolina, Asheville US writes: I see a lot of people are talking about biological sexes and gender right now. Lots of folks make biological sex seem really simple. Well, since it’s so simple, let’s find the biological roots, shall we? Let’s talk about sex...[a thread] If you know a bit about biology you will probably say that biological sex is caused by chromosomes, XX and you’re female, XY and you’re male. This is “chromosomal sex” but is it “biological sex”? Well... Turns out there is only ONE GENE on the Y chromosome that really matters to sex. It’s called the SRY gene. During human embryonic development the SRY protein turns on male-associated genes. Having an SRY gene makes you “genetically male”. But is this “biological sex”? Sometimes that SRY gene pops off the Y chromosome and over to an X chromosome. Surprise! So now you’ve got an X with an SRY and a Y without an SRY. What does this mean? A Y with no SRY means physically you’re female, chromosomally you’re male (XY) and genetically you’re female (no SRY). An X with an SRY means you’re physically male, chromsomally female (XX) and genetically male (SRY). But biological sex is simple! There must be another answer... Sex-related genes ultimately turn on hormones in specifics areas on the body, and reception of those hormones by cells throughout the body. Is this the root of “biological sex”?? “Hormonal male” means you produce ‘normal’ levels of male-associated hormones. Except some percentage of females will have higher levels of ‘male’ hormones than some percentage of males. Ditto ditto ‘female’ hormones. And... ...if you’re developing, your body may not produce enough hormones for your genetic sex. Leading you to be genetically male or female, chromosomally male or female, hormonally non-binary, and physically non-binary. Well, except cells have something to say about this... Maybe cells are the answer to “biological sex”?? Right?? Cells have receptors that “hear” the signal from sex hormones. But sometimes those receptors don’t work. Like a mobile phone that’s on “do not disturb’. Call and cell, they will not answer. What does this all mean? It means you may be genetically male or female, chromosomally male or female, hormonally male/female/non-binary, with cells that may or may not hear the male/female/non-binary call, and all this leading to a body that can be male/non-binary/female. Try out some combinations for yourself. Notice how confusing it gets? Can you point to what the absolute cause of biological sex is? Is it fair to judge people by it? Of course you could try appealing to the numbers. “Most people are either male or female” you say. Except that as a biologist professor I will tell you... The reason I don’t have my students look at their own chromosome in class is because people could learn that their chromosomal sex doesn’t match their physical sex, and learning that in the middle of a 10-point assignment is JUST NOT THE TIME. Biological sex is complicated. Before you discriminate against someone on the basis of “biological sex” & identity, ask yourself: have you seen YOUR chromosomes? Do you know the genes of the people you love? The hormones of the people you work with? The state of their cells? Since the answer will obviously be no, please be kind, respect people’s right to tell you who they are, and remember that you don’t have all the answers. Again: biology is complicated. Kindness and respect don’t have to be. Note: Biological classifications exist. XX, XY, XXY XXYY and all manner of variation which is why sex isn't classified as binary. You can't have a binary classification system with more than two configurations even if two of those configurations are more common than others. Biology is a s#!tshow. Be kind to people.

Man, obviously never going to work if we just keep hiring from the buddy list.

Alabama scored 42 against Wisconsin. Oregon only managed 16. We just hung 44 on the Badgers.

Rhule did something Frost could not do, our secondary is pretty bad, we need to do something about that.

I mean, I'm always going to root for Nebraska because it's that deep in my DNA. But the real problem is that right now I'm not even sure if I like this team. Watching Raiola regress, make timid decisions, hook slide two yards away from a much needed first down takes all the air out of my Dylan balloon. I was pretty excited about Jacory Barney and the tall talented transfer receivers, but that seems like ages ago. I'm honestly a little disgusted watching a player the size of Thomos Fidone go down like a sack of potatoes on contact. I don't have a favorite running back because they won't give me the chance. When Tommie Hill starts showboating after merely making a routine stop on a second down play in the first quarter, I start to not like him. And it seems like a lot of players think the same way --- they're gunning for the YouTube clip, not the win. I think coaching is tough and I try not to to second guess every decision, but some stuff like the pre-punt time out and subsequent delay of game embarrassment is really hard to swallow. The worst part is, when Nebraska has a final possession, with the time and motivation to get the monkey off their back, with an excuse to go for broke, it never occurs to me that they'll pull it off. We know what closers look like. They just don't look like closers. It runs through the entire team and coaching staff. In case you didn't notice, college football now officially pities the Nebraska Cornhuskers. There was definitely PI on that final play, but I can't believe the Husker fans who want to run with that grievance. If PI gets called, and the Huskers get another play inside the five, how much money would you put on Nebraska scoring a touchdown, scoring a 2 point conversion, and winning in overtime? Exactly.

This is example 912,471 that everyone online needs to be outraged at all times.

most people would have been fine being 5-5 at this point before the season started. we knew raiola would take some bumps as a true freshman so not sure what people were expecting from the offense. the defense has exceeded expectations in every game except indiana. so what are people so made about? we have a top 18 recruiting class and on track to make a bowl if we win a favored matchup against wisconsin.

It is all about trajectory. 5-1 with a big win over CU and an OT loss to a ranked and solid Illinois team. Now we have lost 4 straight, and are looking at a real possiblity of ending the year on a 6 game skid and missing a bowl for an 8th straight year. Rhule would be 0-10 in games trying to clinch a bowl at that point, he is 0-8 right now. This program is not trending up under Rhule, that is why people are freaking out. Rightly so IMO.

I think a couple posters need a reality check of exactly where this program has been for the last ten years. If you can’t find the slightest bit of joy at finally making a bowl game for the first time in 7 years, you’re kind of miserable and need to become interested in something that doesn’t only cause you to piss and moan.

We all feel personally disrespected by Marcus Satterfield at this point.

Are we going to do this with all 40+ players that will be leaving this year?

WOW!!!!!

And this is why Cornhusker Juan shouldn’t be used as a source…

Johnson leaving is a bit hard to understand. I'm starting to despise what college football is becoming.

People lamenting that these departures are because the program sucks need to chill. All schools need to get down to 105. They all have players entering the portal and a s#!tload of the players are not going to find a comparable landing spot. Sure we may lose a few we don’t want to leave due to White and Knighton and possibly other D coaches leaving but for godsakes we went 6-6, I don’t think anyone is irreplaceable. And simple math tells us we should come out of all this with higher quality players (lower demand, higher supply). For every guy we have leaving there will be 50 more looking for a spot. I don’t see how we can possibly come out of this worse off.

For those curious, this guy is alleging that: • EJ was RB1 in spring of '23, and in fall camp of '23 • Satt came into the RB meeting before week 1and decided they were going to go with Gabe because "he has game experience" • EJ was back to RB1 in spring of '24 and fall of '24 w/ everyone thinking he was by far the best back • Satt comes in again before week 1 and makes an executive choice that Dowdell is gonna be the starter • Holgerson comes in and says, "why is #21 not starting?" • Satt comes in drunk after being demoted and says, "I can tell you now..I f#&%ing hate you" to EJ • Holgerson is actively trying to get EJ back, and is the only coach that he feels he can trust at all and the only one he likes This all comes from some 'direct' source close to EJ, who haven't provided a 'why' for all these claims, but that's the accusation.

To not do anything in the portal would he idiotic. Rhule wants to build the core of his team through recruiting and development. But, every year we should go out to the portal and find players they think can fill spots of need on the team. That's what everyone is going to do. What he's talked about is doing it differently than what Prime has done. And...I fully support him on that.

White is already among the top 15 highest paid DC's. Saying they should "open up the checkbook" suggests they're being stingy, which they're not. White is a very good DC. It also overlooks the fact Nebraska has already significantly invested into a coach who has brought tangible improvements to the defense in his first two years. Replacing a coordinator isn't just about writing a bigger check; it involves overhauling defensive schemes, retraining players, and potentially losing recruits. Continuity is crucial for building a successful program and frequent coaching changes can hinder growth/cohesion. Quick fixes can sometimes help (see Dana H.'s hire) but I don't think Nebraska or Rhule think Tony White is a problem.

Our offense has some dudes when you have a competent OC, and a lot of our fans who have been calling for Rhules head are having to eat some crow tonight!

Would love to land Terry as much as anyone in this thread, but let's temper expectations just a bit. While his upside is high, this is also a kid who has not played WR full time. He's not a Jeremiah Smith level prospect in terms of his mastery of the skills that allow you to excel at WR. We've just seen how this setup can play out, elite WR with size and elite physical abilities (Malachi Coleman). Not saying there's any direct correlation between the two, Terry's HS production has been extremely high, while Malachi left you scratching your head as to why he wasn't able to impact games at a level equal to his physical talent. However, the fact remains Terry will be raw at WR. Another not so close to home example would be Nyck Harbor at South Carolina. Being big and fast is great, but those two traits alone do not directly translate to instant success at WR. Even with Holgerson running the O, what's the realistic ceiling for Terry year 1? 30 catches, 450 yards, 4 TDs? Long term, he can blow those numbers out of the water, but we need guys who can contribute at WR right now. Year 2 for Dylan is going to require a massive production jump from the WR position.

Are you serious? Stop celebrating first downs? SMH. He doesn't need to loose weight and he will be our starter. He needs to work on pocket presence and we really need to field two good tackles in '25 to help with that. I'd say he was pretty darn good for a true freshman. The star ratings are all about projecting NFL likelihood and Dylan's is very high. I'd love for Coach Holgorsen to hang around for at least another couple years. As much as I bag on Rhule for certain assistant hires, bringing Holgo in was a great move.

Be Better Nebraska. *I would have posted this regardless of whether Nebraska won or lost against Iowa. Our family have been donors to the program and longtime season-ticket holders, and I was disgusted and embarrassed by the behavior of our players during the opening coin toss. This was not and should never be who Nebraska is. This was not the Nebraska way. By not shaking hands with their opponent our players reflected a terrible look on our program and its fans. It was poor sportsmanship to the core. It was classless. It was childish. It was embarrassing. It was unnecessary. It should never happen again. GROW UP. BE A MAN. Shake your opponent’s hand, wish them good luck, and then go play ball. Let the chips fall how they may. Coach Rhule and Nebraska owe Iowa an apology for this – and we would owe them an apology even if we won the game. AD Dannen cannot let this slide and must address this with Coach Rhule. Matt Rhule has chosen all year to name team “captains” for each game. I personally have disagreed with this from the beginning. A team like any organization needs leaders they can look up to and follow. By having a revolving door of captains there is not a core group of individuals to lead and set the standard. The behavior last night by our coin toss “captains” was the complete opposite of leadership behavior. Their choice to act in such a classless manner was an awful reflection on Coach Rhule and the entire Nebraska program. This can’t be the way going forward. As a side note about the pre-game team prayer/meeting at mid-field: There is nothing wrong about a team wanting to have a pre-game meeting/prayer before each game – but you don’t “have to have” your team meeting at mid-field on your home logo or your opponent’s logo. You could have your pre-game team meeting/ prayer anywhere. Some examples include: In the endzone. In the locker room. In the tunnel. Nebraska isn’t’ trying to embarrass an opponent by praying on their team logo, and any opponent who cries over such things (looking at you Colorado and Iowa) are soft. However, as the head coach the easiest thing for Matt Rhule to choose to do is not have the prayer/team-meeting at the mid-field logo at all. By doing so it doesn’t become a story, and it doesn’t become a problem. By making the choice of not meeting on an opponent’s logo it never becomes an issue. In truth, there are a few notable things Matt Rhule has chosen to do with the Nebraska program during his first two years that I label as GIMMICKS that I really wish he would stop doing going into year three. They include: Single Digit #’s – It’s a Gimmick. Alternative Idea – I would be happier if they let a handful of players get to choose their own numbers from a list of Nebraska legacy players. It helps current players learn about Nebraska’s rich football history. Select 1 or 2 players from each position group where they get first choice and can choose their own number from a selection of past Nebraska greats. For example, quarterbacks could choose between #’s (7, 12, 15, 18). Pre-game Oklahoma Drill – It’s a Gimmick. All of this from the pre-game coin toss antics to the stubbornness of having to have your pre-game meeting on a team’s logo is all a reflection on leadership choices and decisions. Nebraska requires its head coach and its players to be better.

Pretty poor. Be better.

Yet many have complained about the OL all season...

Shut up and enjoy the moment, Jesus dude it’s been 8 years

Holgo has the confidence and realistic approach that Leach had. He's a smart guy and tells it like it is, for sure. It's great having a new set of eyes, a different opinion and a strong voice... and I also credit Rhule for bringing him onboard.

He's a refreshing interview.

^ sounds like a bit of a freakout, eh?

I'm still annoyed at Raiola's slide.

If you want, I could sprinkle more in. Anti-vax people are morons who misunderstand or abuse science to prop up their s#!tty arguments and they shouldn’t be allowed anywhere near any post of scientific authority. Usually rich idiots with more money and free time than brains who want to feel like they’re actually smarter than everyone when they’re not. Sorry if that’s tough to hear. Truth hurts.

You say "a few thin-skinned groupies" after listing the people who know you best. Including your best friend. Listen, I appreciate your service and sacrifice and the emotional toll it still carries with you. But I do resist the implication that it makes your political opinions more worthy or better informed. No dobut you have military brothers who agree with you, but surely you know there are many military veterans -- including my WWII vet father -- who went through the experience and came out in a different place politically. The Trump family has been in the U.S. for six generations and not sent a single member to the armed forces. The guy you voted for has not made a personal sacrifice in his life and in fact has mocked the military and common soldiers repeatedly. There's a line of combat-tested Purple Heart-earning military commanders out there trying to warn you that the guy you voted for is not the man you think he is. Donald Trump is not brave, or moral, or God-fearing or patriotic. The military vets who have actually worked with the man have told you he's a vainglorious fool and a danger. And all things being equal ----- they're not. A transgender woman using a woman's bathroom does not offset shifting the U.S. political system to a loyalty-driven autocracy. I'd recommend reaching out to your daughter and your brother/best friend. Those are relationships we can't afford to lose, You don't have to agree with them on everything, but you can start by seeing them as more than thin-skinned groupies.

Tell me you're clueless about the athletic department's finances without telling me.