
Nebraska Surges in Rankings After Big Win | Nebraska Cornhuskers Football News
Published: September 9, 2026
Duration: 1:38
Nebraska roared back in the second half to crush Ohio 49-21, sparking a major ranking surge that’s got college football talking. While they missed the AP Top 25, ESPN’s FPI jumped them seven spots to No. 23 and boosted their bowl eligibility odds to 88.1%. Their average rank across six polls climbed eight spots — but CBS Sports dropped them nine, showing how polarized the rankings remain. Next up: a Saturday night showdown against Bowling Green, with FPI now predicting at least seven wins. With Big Ten rivals packed into the top 25, Nebraska’s mission is clear: keep climbing and prove they’re...