Lincoln’s beloved Nebraska Cornhuskers kicked off the 2026 college football season in emphatic fashion, cruising past Ohio by a score of 49–21 on September 5 at Memorial Stadium. The lopsided victory gave Husker fans plenty to cheer about as the team looked sharp from the opening whistle.
The 28-point margin of victory signaled a confident start for Nebraska, with the Huskers putting up 49 points in a performance that had the Lincoln faithful buzzing with optimism heading into the rest of the season. Memorial Stadium, long known as one of college football’s most electric atmospheres, was once again a sea of red as fans turned out to welcome the new campaign.
The game was broadcast nationally, drawing wide attention to Lincoln and the Cornhusker program. With a dominant opening win now in the books, excitement is already building around what the rest of the 2026 season could hold for Nebraska football.
For Lincoln residents, a Husker home opener is always more than just a game — it is a community celebration that fills downtown restaurants, local businesses, and neighborhoods with energy and camaraderie. The strong showing on the field only added to the festive spirit that defines game day in Nebraska’s capital city.
Week 3 of the NSAA high school football season is also underway across the Lincoln area, keeping the football excitement going at every level of the sport. From Memorial Stadium to local prep fields, fall football is in full swing — and Lincoln is loving every minute of it.
Sources: ESPN
