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Cornhuskers rank among top 50 across multiple rankings

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February 20, 2024

Cornhuskers rank among top 50 across multiple rankings

The Nebraska Cornhuskers are looking to be well on their way to an NCAA Tournament appearance with an 18-8 record, including 8-7 in Big Ten play.

Over the weekend, the Huskers defeated Penn State 68-49 to win their second straight game after losing three of their last four.

While the Huskers have only played once in the last ten days, they were able to move up in multiple ranking systems across the college basketball industry. The Cornhuskers will take to the floor on Wednesday when they travel to Bloomington to take on the Indiana Hoosiers.

Below, Cornhuskers Wire looks at where the Huskers rank among those ranking models, including KenPom, NET, Haslametrics, and T-Rank.

In the latest KenPom rankings, Nebraska ranks 40 in the country and fifth in the Big Ten. The only Big Ten schools ahead of the Cornhuskers are Purdue (No. 3), Illinois (No. 8), Michigan State (No. 15), Wisconsin (No. 19).

In the latest NET Rankings, the Huskers are sitting at No. 49 this week, one spot up from last week’s rank of No. 50. Like in KenPom, Purdue (No. 2), Illinois (No. 12), Michigan State (No. 20), and Wisconsin (No. 21) are all ranked ahead when it comes to Big Ten programs.

ESPN values Nebraska similarly as KenPom and NET, ranking the Huskers at No. 48. However, the BPI has the Northwestern Wildcats ahead of Nebraska at No. 42. The Huskers are one of six teams ranked in the BPI’s top 50.

Haslametrics are a slightly lesser known ranking but are a valuable one. Their rankings tend to vary from the others to a small degree but the Huskers are valued by Haslametrics much like they’re valued by the previous rankings.

Nebraska is ranked No. 42 in the rankings, two spots ahead of Northwestern. Purdue (No. 2), Michigan State (No. 9), Illinois (No. 10), and Wisconsin (No. 25) are also ranked inside the top 50.

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The Huskers are ranked inside the top 40 by T-Rank, coming in at No. 39, one spot behind Northwestern at No. 30. The usual four suspects are also ranked inside the top 30 by T-Rank.

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Tunnel Talk: 5-for-5 impact on Nebraska volleyball, reseat update

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June 25, 2026

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Tunnel Talk: 5-for-5 impact on Nebraska volleyball, reseat update

Nebraska volleyball Bergen Reilly, Andi Jackson, Harper Murray (Photos by Nebraska Athletics)

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Scattered severe storms bring large hail, heavy rain to parts of Nebraska

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15 hours ago

June 25, 2026

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Scattered severe storms bring large hail, heavy rain to parts of Nebraska

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) -Scattered severe storms moved across the region Wednesday night, bringing large hail, heavy rain and some flooding concerns.

Some areas reported hail ranging from quarter size to ping pong ball size. Rainfall totals reached 1 to 2 inches in the last five hours, according to reports referenced in the broadcast script.

The heavy rain also led to water covering some streets around North Platte. Drivers are urged to use caution and not drive through flooded roadways.

More storms are possible tonight as conditions are monitored across greater Nebraska.

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Tour de Nebraska bicycle ride begins five-day route in Hartington

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June 24, 2026

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Tour de Nebraska bicycle ride begins five-day route in Hartington

HARTINGTON, Neb. (KTIV) – The 38th annual Tour de Nebraska bicycle ride started Wednesday morning, June 24, sending more than 200 cyclists from across 21 states on a five-day trip that begins and ends in Hartington.

Day 1 consisted of a 50-mile ride from Hartington to Vermillion, South Dakota. Tour Director Charlie Schilling said the weather was “absolutely gorgeous” as riders took in parts of Nebraska, South Dakota and Iowa from their bikes.

Ray Hanley, visiting from Little Rock, Arkansas, said he rides “three, four days a week” and has ridden in 30 countries. Randy and Therese Kiser said they have biked in several foreign countries — including Italy, Portugal, Croatia and Ireland — and decided to ride in Nebraska this year.

Schilling said the tour relies on community partners and rest-stop towns along the route to support riders and help create a good experience. Riders also pointed to support along the way, including food, access to bike mechanics and hospitality.

What’s next on the route

On Day 2, riders are scheduled for a 54-mile loop through Elk Point, South Dakota, and Akron, Iowa, before returning to Vermillion. Schilling said some cyclists plan to ride a “century,” or 100 miles, on Day 2.

From Vermillion, the route continues to Crofton, Nebraska, before the ride returns to Hartington for the finish.

Schilling asked drivers to be courteous around cyclists and help keep everyone safe.

Local rider finishes Day 1 in four hours

Gabe Broz, a Nebraska rider who finished Day 1 of TDN in four hours(KTIV)

KTIV also spoke with Gabe Broz, a Nebraska rider who finished Day 1 in four hours. Broz said gummy worms and gummy bears are his “secret trick” along the trail.

Broz said the hills were not too bad, but the wind was “kind of a killer” for him.

Day 2 for riders is scheduled to include Elk Point, South Dakota; Akron, Iowa; and Spink, South Dakota, before returning to Vermillion.

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