What would you
like to see

Welcome to Starherald.com's Husker football

Game #11 Friday, November 24, 2000

Nebraska 34, Colorado 32

Field goal on final play helps Nebraska edge past Colorado
LINCOLN — Everything seemed all right for Colorado, despite its troubled season.

FG helps Brown gain redemption
LINCOLN — Josh Brown was off campus after NU lost to Kansas State when someone approached him.

Crouch goes to the air to help rally Huskers
LINCOLN — He heard the criticism about how he couldn’t pass and shouldn’t have been playing against Kansas State when his bum shoulder was hampering him.

Short kickoff helps Huskers on last drive
LINCOLN — In a season full of question marks, the University of Colorado was about to end it with an exclamation point Friday.

Buffaloes leave field frustrated
LINCOLN — Colorado was down, not out, after finishing its season with just three wins after Friday’s devastating loss to Nebraska.

NU players take pride in maintaining intensity
LINCOLN — Think it was unnerving watching the NU vs. CU game at home?

CU coach proud of team’s effort
LINCOLN — Gary Barnett knew the monkey would grow.   
But if the CU coach could play David against the Goliath that is Nebraska, he could escape with something to build on for next year and use to recruit this year.

NCAA needs to come up with Division I football playoff system
LINCOLN — Face it, the time has come.
In fact, the time has passed, when it comes right down to it.

Game #11 Game Stats

Game #10 Saturday, November 11, 2000

Nebraska 28, Kansas State 29

Nebraska’s fourth-quarter rally falls short against Kansas State
MANHATTAN, Kan. – No. 4 Nebraska was knocked out of national title contention by Kansas State, 29-28, Saturday night, and the Wildcats won a spot in the Big 12 Championship Game, in which they will have a chance to avenge an earlier loss to Oklahoma.

Huskers’ offense stalls in second loss of season
MANHATTAN, Kan. – That skidding noise you heard mid-evening last night was the Nebraska offense.
It was grinding to a halt.

Penalties haunt Huskers against K-State
MANHATTAN, Kan. – If Nebraska is going to remain among the nation’s elite, it will have to address several issues.
Most notable are penalties and other miscues that smack of a lack of discipline.

Wildcats’ offense runs wild
MANHATTAN, Kan. — A Kansas State fan came over to Nebraska defensive coordinator Craig Bohl after the Huskers’ 29-28 loss Saturday night.

Nebraska’s special teams not so special
MANHATTAN, Kan. – The Nebraska football team returned a blocked punt for a touchdown against Kansas State on Saturday.
“We knew special teams would play a big role,” NU special team’s coach Dan Young said after Kansas State won, 29-28, Saturday night. “That first blocked punt (for a touchdown) was a big momentum builder for us. But (K-State) came right back.”

Kansas State continues to frustrate Nebraska
MANHATTAN, Kan. — The greatest turnaround in Big 8 — now Big 12 — history keeps getting better and better as the “Little Apple” of Manhattan extended its home-winning streak over Nebraska to two games.

Atrocious play calling leads to Husker loss
ANHATTAN, Kan. — Tom Osborne headed east to Washington, D.C.
Charlie McBride headed south on his new Harley to Arizona.
What is the result of the loss of the offensive coordinator, and defensive coordinator?

Game #10 Game Stats

Game #9 Saturday, November 4, 2000

Nebraska 56, Kansas 17

Three Huskers rush for more than 100 yards in win over Kansas
LINCOLN – No wonder Dorothy liked Kansas so much.
Nebraska got better – and hoped to improve its chances in the national title hunt – with a 56-17 pounding of Kansas at Memorial Stadium Saturday in front of 78,096 fans.

Alexander runs well against Kansas
LINCOLN — Dan Alexander will never fulfill what many consider to be the guidelines for the prototypical I-back at Nebraska.

Fonoti eats up defenders
LINCOLN – Toniu Fonoti should be called “IHOP.”
First of all, it’s way easier to pronounce.

Rutherford blows out knee, Kollmorgen steps up play
LINCOLN — When Jon Rutherford blew out his knee Saturday against Kansas, Kyle Kollmorgen knew he had to step up.

NU punter sees no action against Kansas
LINCOLN – Dan Hadenfeldt went from being a finalist for the Ray Guy award to just being another guy.

Rush end Chris Kelsay may be ready to crack starting lineup
LINCOLN – At this point, it’s still a “passing” concern.
Though after this season, the glut of talent at rush end will be a coach’s dream, right now the lack of a standout performer on the other side of Kyle Vanden Bosch has coaches scratching their heads. It also has the depth-chart printer working overtime, adding a name or switching a position each week on the Huskers’ two deep – which is now three deep because of the unsettled situation at rush end.

Loss to OU motivates Huskers
LINCOLN — Nebraska’s loss to Oklahoma last week was a wake-up call.
And it was poor Kansas that bore the brunt of the waking beast that is Nebraska.

Nebraska can’t look past Kansas State
Well, if you don’t, you’re not alone. Last year, Kansas gave Nebraska all it could handle. The Huskers were coming off a devastating loss at Texas, and were looking to get back on the right track at Kansas.

Game #9 Game Stats

Game #8 Saturday, October 28, 2000

Nebraska 14, Oklahoma 31

Oklahoma rebounds from slow start to upset No. 1 Nebraska
NORMAN, Okla. – Top-ranked Nebraska was dethroned Saturday by No. 3 Oklahoma, and Sooner quarterback Josh Heupel made his case for the Heisman race in a 31-14 pounding.

Huskers’ offense sputters
NORMAN, Okla. — After burning up the grass surface with 115 first-quarter yards, and 14 points. The Nebraska offense stalled.

Fans support Nebraska despite loss
BLAIR (AP) — At Jake’s Bar and Grill, about 25 Cornhusker fans cried on their Huskerburgers and into their “Sooner or Later” shots as they watched Oklahoma defeat Nebraska 31-14 on Saturday.

Huskers not throwing in the towel after loss to Oklahoma
NORMAN, Okla. — Nebraska isn’t throwing in the towel, but unless things break exactly their way, don’t expect the Huskers to be hoisting any national championship banners, either.

Sooners staying on a roll
NORMAN, Okla. — Oklahoma, which was at the bottom of the Big 12 just a few years ago, is back on top of the pack in the Big 12.

Blackshirts turn out lackluster performance
NORMAN, Okla. — The Blackshirts had a lackluster outing against high-octane Oklahoma.

Heupel sparks Oklahoma to victory over Nebraska
NORMAN, Okla. – After breaking Nebraska’s heart, he took time to smile.

Lots of little things contributed to loss
NORMAN, Okla. — Maybe it’s the loss itself, but more likely, it’s the way Nebraska was beaten.

Game #8 Game Stats

Game #7 Saturday, October 21, 200

Nebraska 59, Baylor 0

First-half explosion propels No. 1 Nebraska to rout over Baylor
LINCOLN — In its pre-Oklahoma tune-up, No. 1 Nebraska put Baylor on the ropes quickly and delivered a knock-out punch with a 38-point first quarter before cruising to a 59-0 win at Memorial Stadium on Saturday.

Huskers hope to stay on a roll
LINCOLN – There was a meeting, one of those “players’ only” kinds of deals, run by the team captains, the week before the Texas Tech game.
Since then, the Huskers have put up 115 points and allowed only three points in two games.

Crawford native set for Sooners
LINCOLN – Crawford High product John Murphy isn’t fazed by all the hoopla surrounding No. 3 Oklahoma as the nation’s eyes prepare to focus on No. 1 Nebraska’s trip to take on the Sooners in Norman.
“They’re a good football team,” Murphy, a senior, said, “and we’re a good football team.”

NU’s Robin Miller happy to receive playing time
LINCOLN — Nebraska football fans got a good look at a lot of players Saturday. 

Mooberry records first career sack
LINCOLN – Yep, there it is.
No doubt about it.
Plain as day. Give the man a gold star.
He’s earned it.

Nebraska turns attention to Sooners
LINCOLN — George Darlington stayed around a few extra minutes after Nebraska whipped Baylor, 59-0, Saturday.

Homecoming not so sweet for Baylor coaches
LINCOLN – Welcome home, Tommie Frazier and Kevin Steele.
Yes, those numbers were very Frazier like, the rushing and point totals alike. Yes, those Blackshirt numbers were very reminiscent of the days when Steele was coaching linebackers – Nebraska defensive coordinator Craig Bohl was his replacement when Steele left.

Homecoming not so sweet for Baylor coaches
LINCOLN – Welcome home, Tommie Frazier and Kevin Steele.
Yes, those numbers were very Frazier like, the rushing and point totals alike. Yes, those Blackshirt numbers were very reminiscent of the days when Steele was coaching linebackers – Nebraska defensive coordinator Craig Bohl was his replacement when Steele left.

Husker fullback Judd Davies developing into solid player
LINCOLN – After the season-opening win over San Jose State, it was obvious that redshirt freshman Judd Davies was going to have a big role in the Husker offense as the backup fullback.

Game #7 Game Stats

Game #5 Saturday, October 14, 2000

Nebraska 56,Texas Tech3

Nebraska’s offense, defense shine in rout over Texas Tech
LUBBOCK, Texas – Nebraska solidified its hold on the number one ranking Saturday night, putting together a dominating performance offensively and defensively to down Texas Tech, 56-3, in front of 48,961 fans for a Big 12 North-South battle.

Huskers dominate on offense
LUBBOCK, Texas – Dominic Raiola was talking the entire game.
Since he put up, he didn’t have to shut up. And there was lots to talk about in regard to the Big Red’s rushing attack. Even Tech conceded the point.

Crawford native enjoys role with Cornhuskers
LUBBOCK, Texas – John Murphy doesn’t look back for a lot of reasons.
First, the Crawford High School graduate doesn’t regret any of the choices he made, including going to the University of Nebraska at Lincoln as a football walk-on rather than try to play NCAA Division II football.

Huskers finding spark on defense
LUBBOCK, Texas — Usually, coaches say they have to “wait to see the film” to assess the defensive performance.

Nebraska football equivalent of ‘Who Wants to be a Millionaire’
LUBBOCK, Texas – Every week, it happens.
I never really realized it because I usually head to a road game only on game day. This season, because of the travel involved (and driving being less costly than flying), I end up in the opponents’ hometown the day before the game.

Crouch’s load unlikely to lighten
LUBBOCK, Texas — Nebraska coach Frank Solich knows a good thing.
And Solich knows the adage about not using a good thing too much.

Game #6 Game Stats

Game #5 Saturday, October 7, 2000

Nebraska 49, Iowa State 27

Huskers score 28 points in fourth quarter to hold off Iowa State
AMES, Iowa – Things have changed but things have also stayed the same.

Burrows, Vanden Bosch perform well in home state
AMES, Iowa — For two Huskers, the road win at Iowa State Saturday was a homecoming of sorts.

Tracey Wistrom gives Cyclones fits
AMES, Iowa — Tracey Wistrom wasn’t limping this time when the game was over.

NU defense tough against the run
AMES, Iowa — Though the Nebraska football team gave up 346 yards to Iowa State, the Huskers allowed just 37-yards rushing.

Iowa State players happy to earn back some pride
AMES, Iowa — No, Iowa State didn’t come away with a win Saturday at Jack Trice Stadium.

Iowa State quarterback leaves lasting impression on NU
AMES, Iowa – Sage Rosenfels came down to Nebraska’s locker room, wanting to hand out a few pats on the back and give a few congratulations.

Crouch should win Heisman Trophy
AMES, Iowa — He does what he does because of who he is.
And who Eric Crouch should be is this: The Heisman Trophy winner.
The kid is all heart, a young man two inches too short and 10 pounds too light to be doing what he is doing.

Game #5 Game Stats

Game #4 Saturday, September 30, 2000

Nebraska 42, Missouri 14

Nebraska improves to 4-0 after victory over Missouri
LINCOLN – Number 1 Nebraska again rallied late, stating its case for No. 1 with a 42-24 win at Memorial Stadium Saturday.

Watchorn earning spot on roster
LINCOLN – On third down and 12 from the Missouri 32, Kirk Farmer’s pass was nearly picked off by Nebraska defensive tackle Jeremy Slechta.

Newcombe electrifies crowd with return
LINCOLN — Bobby Newcombe’s season until Saturday had been a rather silent one.
But the young man who was expected to play a major role in the Huskers’ run for a championship made a lot of noise Saturday against Missouri.

Solich not happy with Blackshirts
LINCOLN – Nebraska head coach Frank Solich was less than pleased with the Blackshirts after defeating Missouri Saturday.
“There were individuals who played hard and individuals who made excellent plays,” Solich said. “But as a unit we just need to improve on the defensive end of it.”

Nebraska linebacker Burrow makes big defensive impact
LINCOLN — Former Husker linebacker Jay Foreman was a great player.
Carlos Polk is already tagged as a first-round draft pick in the upcoming NFL draft.

Huskers might not be in title picture
LINCOLN – Certainly, it is possible.
Not likely, though definitely not beyond the realm of what could happen, or more precisely, what could go wrong.

HUSKER notes
The No. 1 Nebraska Cornhuskers improved to 4-0 on the season, while Missouri dropped to 1-3 on the year; after the Huskers defeated the Tigers 42-24 in Lincoln. Missouri scored first, marking the third time this year that Nebraska has trailed in a game.

Game #4 Game Stats

Game #3 Saturday, September 23, 2000
Nebraska 42, Iowa 13

Wistrom, Crouch help Huskers’ 5-TD passing game shine
LINCOLN – Eric Crouch tied a school record with five touchdown passes and tight end Tracey Wistrom caught three of them, also tying a school record, as No. 1 Nebraska started slowly and finished fast, dumping Iowa, 42-13, Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Special teams struggle in win
LINCOLN – The special teams still struggle at times, and the defense has yet to find any consistency, Nebraska head coach Frank Solich said.
Solich listed those two things as concerns following No. 1 Nebraska’s 42-13 win over Iowa Saturday.

Crouch performs well against Iowa
LINCOLN – Eric Crouch was amazing and the Huskers won again.
Even head coach Frank Solich was offering high praise after Crouch’s performance during Saturday’s 42-13 win over Iowa.

Iowa leaves with mixed emotions
LINCOLN — Iowa had upset hopes, and early in Saturday’s game the Hawkeyes had Husker fans at Memorial Stadium queasy.

Solich TV host takes hit ‘for the team’
LINCOLN — Larry Punteney is a nice guy with a great attitude.
And the host of the Frank Solich show happens to be very, very talented.
On the air, at least.

Appendectomy doesn’t stop Kaiser
LINCOLN (AP) — When Nebraska defensive lineman Loran Kaiser heard his appendix was going to have to come out, his first thoughts weren’t about his health.

Wistrom, Davison step up for NU
LINCOLN — On a day of big plays, no two players stepped up bigger than Tracey Wistrom and Matt Davison.
Both have been trying to make fans forget.

HUSKER notes
The No. 1 Nebraska Cornhuskers defeated Iowa in Lincoln, 42-13, in Memorial Stadium’s 235th consecutive sellout. Quarterback Eric Crouch led the Huskers with a career-best five touchdown passes — three to tight end Tracey Wistrom and two to split end Matt Davison.

Game #3 Game Stats

Game #2 Saturday, September 9, 2000
Nebraska 27, Notre Dame 24

Crouch’s touchdown in overtime lifts Nebraska over Notre Dame
SOUTH BEND, Ind. – And on the ninth day of September in the A.D. 2000, Touchdown Jesus got seven.
From Nebraska’s Eric Crouch.

Huskers confident on last play
SOUTH BEND, Ind. – Dominic Raiola stood in the huddle, listening as the play came in from the sideline.

Wistrom’s catch propels NU to TD
SOUTH BEND, Ind. – The season was on the line.
The entire crowd saw the Huskers’ national championship plans hitting a roadblock. Notre Dame was ahead after kicking a field goal in overtime and Nebraska was facing third down and nine from the 24 in its overtime possession.

Special teams not so special for Nebraska
SOUTH BEND, Ind. –Despite its incredible 27-24 overtime win over Notre Dame, No. 1 Nebraska will be looking in to why its special teams melted down during its first test of the year.

Notre Dame reeling after narrow loss
SOUTH BEND, Ind. – The one – the Number 1, that is – that got away.
The hurt will fade, but the memory won’t for Notre Dame’s players after Saturday’s 27-24 loss to the top ranked team in the land.

There is no place like home
SOUTH BEND, Ind. – There is pageantry here, perhaps like no place else, at least to those who have never ventured to Lincoln.
No place has the kind of fireworks display that Notre Dame put on Friday night.

Game #2 Game Stats

Game #1 Saturday, September 2, 2000
Nebraska 49, San Jose State 13

Huskers’ offense shines in opening win over San Jose State
LINCOLN – Number 1 Nebraska’s offense lived up to its billing, but its defense struggled at times in Saturday’s 49-13 win over San Jose State in Lincoln.

Crouch runs offense to perfection
LINCOLN – As far as offense goes, the Huskers were hitting on all cylinders.

Alexander ‘real deal’ at I-back
LINCOLN – There is nothing phony about Dan Alexander.
His chiseled-in-granite physique, which packs 245 pounds of muscle on his 6-foot frame, is the real deal. He is articulate and thoughtful, and he will never be accused of “blowing smoke.”

Joe Chrisman earns respect as backup quarterback
LINCOLN – After a knee injury left Joe Chrisman limping, he wondered what it would do to the college football career he had planned on for so long.

Husker defense: ‘We had some letdowns’
LINCOLN – Tackles – or a lack of proper tackling – dominated post-game talk after Nebraska’s whipping of San Jose State, and it all came from the Huskers themselves.

Spartans’ I-back gains attention
LINCOLN – Deonce Whitaker didn’t leave with a win, but the Doak Walker candidate left more than an impression on Nebraska.

Swiney learned lots as backup to Browns
LINCOLN – As he wrestled with and pushed at a San Jose State receiver, Nebraska cornerback Erwin Swiney heard a voice calling his name.

NU rush end keeps focus in senior season
LINCOLN – Really, it’s been a fun ride.
There have been ups (national championships, stops at the second spot on the depth chart) and downs (injuries, falling deep down the depth chart).

San Jose State coach impressed with Nebraska fans
LINCOLN – As San Jose State head coach Dave Baldwin ran off the field with his team, a lot was going through his mind: His team had lost by 36 points, and had been smashed physically and statistically.

Huskers ready to begin focusing on Notre Dame
LINCOLN – Yes, they were.
Oh sure, they won’t admit it…but don’t think for a second that Notre Dame Fighting Irish weren’t on the Huskers’ minds all week – or all off-season, for that matter.