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Jacory Barney Jr. - Moderate showing in opener Barney caught 5 of 8 targets for 60 yards during Saturday's 49-21 win versus Ohio.

Impact Despite not finding the end zone, Barney had a solid, if unspectacular, performance during Saturday's season opener against Ohio. The 6-foot receiver tied for the team lead with five receptions on the day and finished just five yards off the team lead in receiving yards. Barney was expected to be a major contributor for the Huskers in 2026, and while his Week 1 statline doesn't jump off the page, his involvement in the passing game should remain consistent moving forward. His next chance will come against Bowling Green on Saturday.

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Kwazi Gilmer - Scores in opener Gilmer hauled in 5 of 10 targets for 58 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 49-21 victory versus Ohio.

Impact Gilmer had a solid day in Nebraska's season opener against Ohio, tying for the team lead in receptions while finishing just seven yards off the team lead. The 6-foot-2 receiver connected with quarterback Anthony Colandrea on a nine-ayrd scoring strike late, capping off a fourth quarter in which the Huskers pulled away from a scrappy Ohio team. Gilmer will hope to remain as heavily involved in the Nebraska passing game moving forward, with his next opportunity coming against Bowling Green on Saturday.

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Jamal Rule - Huge day in opener Rule tallied 15 carries for 122 yards and two touchdowns and reeled in all two targets for 47 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 49-21 win against Ohio.

Impact Rule was a monster for the Huskers in his debut, totaling 169 scrimmage yards while finding paydirt three times against Ohio. The 6-foot freshman demonstrated his ability in multiple ways, scoring on a one-yard plunge in the first quarter before connecting with quarterback Anthony Colandrea on a 24-yard catch-and-run in the second frame and then finishing the day with an 11-yard scoring scamper in the fourth quarter to help extend the Nebraska lead. It was a dream debut for a freshman, and the fact that Rule outpaced fellow back Mekhi Nelson 15-10 in rushing attempts in certainly intriguing. Another home matchup against Bowling Green awaits on Saturday.

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Mekhi Nelson - Two scores in opener Nelson recorded 10 carries for 64 yards and one touchdown and hauled in 2 of 3 targets for 65 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 49-21 win against Ohio.

Impact Nelson showed his all-around ability during Saturday's season opener, scoring from both the ground and the air. The 6-foot running back found the end zone on a one-yard plunge in the first quarter before connecting with quarterback Anthony Colandrea on a 24-yard catch and run in the second period to give the Huskers a narrow lead at the half. While the touchdowns and overall efficiency are encouraging, fellow running back Jamal Rule outpaced Nelson in rushing attempts by five and had an excellent day on the ground, totaling 122 yards and a pair of touchdowns. While Rule may have one hand on the wheel in the Nebraska backfield, Nelson certainly still has a defined role and should continue to see opportunities moving forward. His next chance will come against Bowling Green on Saturday.

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Anthony Colandrea - Four scores in opener Colandrea was 18-for-32 passing for 275 yards and three touchdowns during Saturday's 49-21 win over Ohio. He also had 10 rushes for 23 yards with one touchdown.

Impact Colandrea was named the starter for the Cornhuskers to begin the 2026 season and certainly made the most of his opportunity. The 6-foot quarterback connected with running backs Jamal Rule and Mekhi Nelson for scoring strikes in the second and fourth quarters, respectively, before finding receiver Kwazi Gilmer on a nine-yard touchdown pass in the final two minutes of regulation to extend the Nebraska lead. Colandrea also found the end zone with his legs, scoring on a 13-yard scamper in the third quarter. It was a productive outing to start his campaign with the Huskers, and an equally inviting matchup against Bowling Green awaits on Saturday.

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Demitrius Bell - Plays vs. Ohio Bell (knee) played in seven snaps during Saturday's 49-21 win against Ohio, though he didn't record a stat.

Impact Bell recovered in time for Nebraska's season opener from the knee injury that limited him during fall camp, logging limited action against Ohio. The wideout will look to secure his first reception of the year during next Saturday's matchup against Bowling Green.

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Anthony Colandrea & Mekhi Nelson connect for 51-yard TD, extending Nebraska's lead over Ohio

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Mekhi Nelson rushes for a 29-yard TD, extending Nebraska's lead over Ohio

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Jamal Rule - Listed as a co-starter for Week 1 Rule is listed as a co-starter at the position ahead of Saturday's game against Ohio, Sean Callahan of On3.com reports.

Impact Rule appears to have earned himself an opportunity at a role in the upcoming season after an impressive spring camp. The true freshman is listed to split work with Mekhi Nelson, the expected starter at the beginning of camp, and Isaiah Mozee.

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