Lincoln, Neb. – The Nebraska Huskers rebounded from a four‑game skid with a commanding 31‑0 shutout of the Rutgers Scarlet Knights on Saturday at SHI Stadium. The win, the team’s sixth of the season, puts the Huskers at 6‑4 overall and 3‑4 in the Big Ten, officially making them bowl eligible.
Defensive dominance
Anchored by a stellar defensive effort, Nebraska limited Rutgers to just 143 total yards – 42 passing and 101 rushing – the fewest allowed to a conference opponent in the Big Ten era. Junior defensive tackle Vincent Shavers Jr. recorded ten tackles, while safety Caleb Benning notched his first career interception, picking off quarterback AJ Surace in the third quarter.
Offensive highlights
Quarterback Anthony Colandrea was efficient, completing 15 of 22 passes for 188 yards and two touchdowns, and added 66 rushing yards under interim offensive coordinator Glenn Thomas. Tight end Luke Lindenmeyer caught a 15‑yard touchdown pass, moving him three receptions away from tying Austin Allen’s single‑season record for tight ends. Mekhi Nelson and Carter Nelson also found the end zone.
Looking ahead
With bowl eligibility secured, the Huskers will return to Lincoln to host Ohio State in Week 12. Kickoff time at Memorial Stadium is still to be determined.
Original reporting: KLKN-TV – News, Weather and Sports for Lincoln, Nebraska — read the source article.
