Overview

• Nebraska won their home opener against Northern Illinois 35-11.
• Quarterback Heinrich Haarberg accounted for three touchdowns and 256 yards in his first start.
• The Nebraska defense held Northern Illinois to only 149 total yards.
• Coach Matt Rhule acknowledged the struggles that many of his players have endured in losing more games than they've won during their careers at Nebraska.
• Tight end Thomas Fidone had his second touchdown in two weeks and played well alongside Haarberg.