Game Week: Nebraska vs. Michigan

🗓️ Date: September 30, 2023
🏟️ Venue: Memorial Stadium, Lincoln, Neb.
🕝 Time: 2:30 PM CT

Huskers

• Record: 2-2, 0-1 B1G
• Last Game: Louisiana Tech (W, 28-14)
• Rankings: NR
• Coach: Matt Rhule (Career/NU Record: 49-45 (8th Year)/2-2 (1st Year))
• vs. Michigan: 0-0

Wolverines

• Record: 4-0, 1-0 B1G
• Last Game: Rutgers (W, 31-7)
• Rankings: AP – 2nd, Coaches – 2nd
• Coach: Jim Harbaugh (Career/MICH Record: 75-25 (9th Year)/133-52 (16th Year))
• vs. Nebraska: 3-0

Series History

• All-Time Series: Michigan leads, 7-4-1
• In Lincoln: Tied, 1-1-1
• Last Game: Michigan, 34-3 in Ann Arbor (2022)
• Win Streak: Michigan, 3 games

Broadcast Info

• TV: Fox (Commentators: Jason Benetti, Brock Huard, Allison Williams)
• Radio: Huskers Radio Network (Commentators: Greg Sharpe, Damon Benning, Jessica Coody)
• Online Radio: Huskers.com
• App Audio: Official Huskers App

The Matchup

Nebraska will conclude a three-game homestand and return to Big Ten Conference play on Saturday afternoon, hosting the second-ranked Michigan Wolverines at Memorial Stadium. FOX will broadcast the game, starting shortly after 2:30 p.m. Central time, and it will also be available on the Fox Sports App. The radio broadcast can be accessed on the Huskers Radio Network, the official Huskers App, and Huskers.com.

The Huskers secured their second consecutive win last Saturday, triumphing over Louisiana Tech with a score of 28-14, leveraging a robust running game to dominate the Bulldogs, scoring three touchdowns in the second half. Nebraska’s defense, the Blackshirts, restricted Louisiana Tech to 46 rushing yards.

Michigan, entering the game with an impressive 4-0 record and ranked second in both polls, recently celebrated a 31-7 victory over Rutgers. Under Coach Jim Harbaugh, Michigan boasts a formidable defense and an efficient offense, leading the nation in scoring defense and ranking third in total defense. The Wolverines are also known for their precision in passing, completing over 77 percent of their attempts. This matchup showcases two of the only eight football programs in the nation with at least 900 victories, with Michigan and Nebraska ranking first and eighth, respectively.

Series History: Nebraska vs. Michigan

This encounter marks the 13th between Nebraska and Michigan, with Michigan having the upper hand at 7-4-1. This game represents the third visit of Michigan to Lincoln, with previous visits in 2012 and 2021. The teams have met six times since Nebraska joined the Big Ten, with Michigan leading 4-2.

Historical Significance

This game features a clash between two of college football’s most successful programs. Michigan and Nebraska hold first and eighth places, respectively, in all-time victories, with Michigan amassing 993 wins to Nebraska’s 914. Combined, they boast 16 national championships and 90 conference titles.

Nebraska’s Defensive Strides

Nebraska’s defense, under the helm of first-year Head Coach Matt Rhule and defensive coordinator Tony White, has showcased significant improvement, ranking 23rd nationally in total defense and leading the nation in rushing defense.

Nebraska’s Rushing Prowess

With an emphasis on a powerful rushing attack under Coach Matt Rhule, Nebraska leads the Big Ten in rushing, ranking sixth nationally and consistently achieving over 200 rushing yards in recent games.

Key Numbers

• 2: Michigan’s national ranking in both the AP and Coaches Polls.
• 3: Consecutive games where Nebraska tight end Thomas Fidone II has caught a touchdown pass.
• 200: Yards rushed by Nebraska in three consecutive games, ranking sixth nationally in rushing offense.