THE RED ZONE BLITZ

Nebraska heads into a pivotal showdown with Penn State after a composed win at UCLA and a much-needed bye week. TJ Lateef continues to grow, EJ keeps proving he’s one of the nation’s best backs, and the Blackshirts look to steady themselves against a desperate Nittany Lion team fighting for bowl eligibility. Happy Valley won’t be forgiving, but the path to victory is clear—if the Huskers can execute.

After a heartbreaking blackout loss and the season-ending injury to Raiola, the Huskers look to rebound in Pasadena. The Profizer reshuffles the tarot deck to find a new path to victory. Can freshman TJ Lateef rise to the moment? Can the Blackshirts contain Nico Iamaleava? Believe. Nebraska vs UCLA is more than a matchup — it’s a test of heart, healing, and Husker pride.

Nebraska’s 68–0 romp was a taste of dominance, but Houston Christian is next. The Profizer says: bring the juice early, unleash the pass rush, and let the young pups sharpen their teeth. This isn’t playtime — it’s a chance to prove the killer instinct is back. Handle business, build depth, and send HCU back to the kennel. Cards don’t lie: Nebraska 55, HCU 10.

Nebraska football lands major addition to 2025 recruiting class with commitment from 4-star QB TJ Lateef