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AUGUST 17 • Associated Press

Healthy for fall camp Hunter (undisclosed) is healthy for Nebraska's fall camp, Lauren Michelson of KETV reports.

Impact Recently in Nebraska's fall camp, Hunter ran to successfully catch a ball thrown by Anthony Colandrea, indicating that the wide receiver is healthy. During 2025, he logged 43 receptions for 617 yards (14.3 averaged per reception) and five touchdowns.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 9 • SI.COM

Not dressed for spring game Hunter is not dressed for Nebraska's spring game Saturday, Sam McKewon of the Omaha World-Herald reports.

Impact Considering that Nebraska's team has regularly used Hunter as a top wideout before the spring, his absence indicates that some sort of problem is affecting him. It has not been made clear why he will be unavailable. Hunter shifts his focus to either the summer or fall.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Looking good in spring ball Hunter (undisclosed) is looking good in spring ball, Brian Christopherson of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Hunter looks good to go as the Cornhuskers kick off spring ball after missing the team's bowl game loss to Utah. The incoming junior wide receiver logged 43 catches for 617 yards and five touchdowns this past season. He's primed to be a top option in Nebraska's passing game once again this upcoming campaign.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

DNP Wednesday Hunter (undisclosed) did not play during Nebraska's 44-22 loss to Utah in the SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl on Wednesday.

Impact Hunter was previously listed as questionable for Wednesday's matchup due to an undisclosed injury but was unable to suit up against the Utes. The 6-foot-1 receiver finished the season with 43 receptions for 617 yards and five touchdowns in his first year in Lincoln. Barring entry into the transfer portal, Hunter should be back with the Huskers next season.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Utah Hunter (undisclosed) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Utah.

Impact Hunter could be in jeopardy of missing the Cornhuskers' outing in the Las Vegas Bowl as he deals with an unknown injury. The sophomore wide receiver's true status should be determined prior to kickoff.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Six yards in season finale Hunter caught their only target for six yards during Friday's 40-16 loss against Iowa.

Impact Hunter was a virtual non-factor for the Huskers against Iowa, catching just one pass for six yards on the day. The 6-foot-1 receiver struggled down the stretch this season, finishing the year with 43 receptions for 617 yards and five touchdowns through 12 contests. Hunter will get one more chance to make an impact for the Huskers this season during Nebraska's upcoming bowl game.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet once again Hunter reeled in all three targets for 37 yards during Saturday's 28-21 win over UCLA.

Impact Hunter had another quiet outing against UCLA, recoridng just three catches for 37 yards on the day. The 6-foot-1 receiver has now put together back-to-back outings under 40 yards after accounting for 328 yards and four scores in the team's previous four contests. He will hope for a better performance when the Huskers travel to face Penn State following next week's bye.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Held quiet in loss Hunter logged five receptions (on nine targets) for 30 yards during Saturday's 21-17 defeat to USC.

Impact Hunter had a tough time getting going against USC, totaling just 30 yards on the day. The one positive on the day for the 6-foot-1 receiver was his volume, as he drew nine targets against the Trojans, catching five of them. With starting quarterback Dylan Raiola out for the season, Hunter may have a tough time continuing his early-season productivity, though time will tell if TJ Lateef is up to the task for the Cornhuskers. A road matchup against UCLA awaits on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 30, 2025 • SI.COM

Scores against Wildcats Hunter tallied six receptions (on seven targets) for 70 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 28-21 win versus Northwestern.

Impact Following a quiet outing against Minnesota last week, Hunter got back into the swing of things against Northwestern, leading the team in both receptions and yards on the day. The 6-foot-1 receiver found the end zone for the fourth time in as many games for the Cornhuskers, connecting with quarterback Dylan Raiola on a 12-yard scoring strike in the third quarter to give the Huskers a 21-6 lead at the time. Hunter has had a solid 2025 campaign with Nebraska since transferring in from Cal in the off-season, catching 33 passes for 525 yards and five touchdowns through eight contests. His next opportunity will come against USC on Saturday.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 25, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Northwestern Wildcats vs. Nebraska Cornhuskers Highlights | FOX College Football

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OCTOBER 25, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Nebraska grinds out winning touchdown drive after blowing lead, beats Northwestern 28-21

Emmett Johnson scored the tie-breaking touchdown with just under three minutes left, leading Nebraska to a 28-21 victory over Northwestern

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Nyziah Hunter snags 12-yard TD, extending Nebraska's lead over Northwestern

Nyziah Hunter snags 12-yard TD, extending Nebraska's lead over Northwestern

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Nebraska at Minnesota: Game predictions, key matchups and over/unders Time to call our shot. Another game for Nyziah Hunter? Who wins the turnover battle? Check out our game predictions.

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • JOURNALSTAR.COM

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OCTOBER 14, 2025 • JOURNALSTAR.COM

Huge day in victory Hunter gathered in 5 of 6 targets for 125 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 34-31 win over Maryland.

Impact Hunter put up a monster game against the Terrapins, hauling in five passes for a season-high 125 yards and a pair of touchdowns on the day. The 6-foot-1 receiver connected with quarterback Dylan Raiola on scoring strikes of 64 and 12 yards in the first and second quarters, respectively. Hunter has been a productive part of the Nebraska passing attack since transferring in from Cal in the off-season, catching 22 passes for 415 yards and four touchdowns through the team's first six contests. His next opportunity will come against Minnesota on Friday.

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Husker Extra Points: Nyziah Hunter, Emmett Johnson earn game balls, Maryland's late hits Surprisingly, Emmett Johnson didn't get in the end zone, but he made a huge impact by rushing for 176 yards in the Huskers' road win.

OCTOBER 12, 2025 • JOURNALSTAR.COM

Raiola overcomes 3 interceptions, throws 4th TD with 1:08 left as Nebraska edges Maryland 34-31

Dylan Raiola threw a 3-yard touchdown pass to Dane Key with 1:08 remaining, and Nebraska edged Maryland 34-31

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Maryland Terrapins Highlights | FOX College Football

Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Maryland Terrapins Highlights | FOX College Football

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Nebraska's Dylan Raiola, Nyziah Hunter re-connect for 12-yard TD to retake the lead vs. Maryland

Nebraska's Dylan Raiola, Nyziah Hunter re-connect for 12-yard TD to retake the lead vs. Maryland

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Dylan Raiola's 64-yard TD to Nyziah Hunter gives Nebraska the lead over Maryland

Dylan Raiola's 64-yard TD to Nyziah Hunter gives Nebraska the lead over Maryland

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Long touchdown in win Hunter logged four receptions (on five targets) for 93 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 38-27 victory over Michigan State.

Impact Hunter had a productive day against Michigan State, recording a season-high 93 yards and a touchdown on four receptions. The 6-foot-1 receiver contributed the highlight of the day for the Cornhuskers, connecting with quarterback Dylan Raiola on a 59-yard catch-and-run to the end zone in the fourth quarter, essentially sealing the game for Nebraska. Hunter will hope to build off Saturday's performance when the Huskers travel to face Maryland next week.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE