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Hartzog’s Late Interception Seals Nebraska’s 20–17 Win Over Cincinnati at Arrowhead

Rhule’s trust in Dylan Raiola on 4th-and-2 signaled a team learning to finish one‑score games.

Cincinnati Bearcats quarterback Brendan Sorsby (2) passes against Nebraska Cornhuskers defensive lineman Keona Davis (97) during the second quarter at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
Aug 28, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) celebrates with wide receiver Dane Key (6) after a touchdown against the Cincinnati Bearcats during the fourth quarter at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Aug 28, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers defensive back Malcolm Hartzog Jr. (7) celebrates with linebacker Vincent Shavers Jr. (9) and defensive back Marques Buford Jr. (3) after an interception against the Cincinnati Bearcats during the fourth quarter at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Overview

  • With 34 seconds left, Malcolm Hartzog Jr. intercepted Brendan Sorsby in the end zone to end Cincinnati’s final drive.
  • Dylan Raiola completed 33 of 42 passes for 243 yards and two touchdowns, including a fourth‑quarter strike to Dane Key on 4th‑and‑2.
  • Nebraska controlled tempo with a roughly 19‑minute edge in time of possession and 356 total yards, relying on a late stop to preserve the lead.
  • Cincinnati’s offense leaned on Sorsby’s legs (96 rushing yards, two TDs) as the passing game was limited to 69 yards on 13‑of‑25.
  • Bearcats coach Scott Satterfield said the Arrowhead crowd hurt his team’s operation in what was booked as their home game; Nebraska returns home next to face Akron.