NEBRASKA MEN’S HOOPS HEAD TO QUEENS FOR St. JOHN’S MATCHUP:
Nebraska looks to remain perfect on the season, as the Huskers travel to Queens, N.Y. for a matchup with the St. John’s Red Storm.
The game is part of the Gavitt Tipoff Games, which features eight matchups between the Big Ten and the Big East throughout the week in honor of Hall of Famer Dave Gavitt, founder of the Big East and basketball visionary.
The Huskers (2-0) are coming off a 75-61 win over Omaha last Thursday. Nebraska’s strength in the first two games is a balanced attack, as the Huskers are averaging 77.0 points per game and have three players averaging double figures through the first two games.
St. Johns is 3-0 on the season following a 91-74 win over Central Connecticut on Tuesday evening. The Red Storm have been led by DePaul transfer David Jones, who is averaging 18.7 points on 49 percent shooting and 8.0 rebounds per game.
Pregame begins at 4:30 PM on KGFW.
LOPER WOMEN RENEW RIVALRY WITH CHADRON STATE:
After back-to-back wins at home last weekend, the 3-1 Loper Women’s Basketball team heads to Chadron to renew their old RMAC rivalry with the Eagles.
UNK dominated last year’s matchup at the Health and Sports Center, putting away Chadron early leading 22-7 at the end of the first quarter. The Lopers are currently on a seven game winning streak over Chadron, as the last loss in Chadron in the series was back in 2010.
Chadron State is currently 0-3 on the season, recently falling to Wayne State at home on Wednesday night 84-71. Tip-off is set for 5:30 PM tonight.
NEBRASKA FOOTBALL PRACTICE COMMENTS – MICKEY JOSEPH:
JOSEPH – CASEY LOOKS GOOD; THROWING WELL:
Interim Head Coach for Nebraska Football Mickey Joseph spoke to the media after Thursday’s practice and said that quarterback Casey Thompson looks like he’s ready to roll against Wisconsin…
Nebraska has been without Thompson for the past 2 ½ games, only scoring 16 points in that stretch.
JOSEPH – THOMPSON’S DECISION TO RETURN:
Nebraska interim Head Coach Mickey Joseph addressed the media after Thursday’s practice and reiterated the decision for Casey Thompson’s return to QB1 is settled on the quarterback’s own shoulders…
Nebraska is hoping to get a better scoring chance with Thompson, as the Texas transfer has continued to be the passing leader in the past three games despite not playing in two of the contests.
JOSEPH – CASEY’S RETURN GIVES MORE CONFIDENCE TO OFFENSE:
Mickey Joseph was happy to announce the probable return of quarterback Casey Thompson for Saturday’s matchup with Wisconsin, and spoke about the difference his presence makes on the offense…
The Huskers aim to take down Wisconsin to close out Memorial Stadium as kickoff is set for 11 AM on Saturday.
JOSEPH – ALWAYS APPRECIATE THE SUPPORT FROM ALBERTS, FANS:
Nebraska interim Head Coach Mickey Joseph was asked about his thoughts from Trev Alberts’ comments from Wednesday’s Sports Nightly, where the athletic director continued to state the search was on for the next head coach…
Husker fans have continued to support the struggling team, as another sellout is expected for Saturday’s matchup with Wisconsin at Memorial Stadium.
JOSEPH – WISCONSIN DEFENSE PREVIEW:
Mickey Joseph spoke after Thursday’s practice, and gave an overall preview of the vaunted Badger defense…
Nebraska has faced three consecutive defenses rated in the Top 25 nationally in total defense, including Illinois, Minnesota, and Michigan.
JOSEPH – NO MICKEY MAGIC, TEAM HAS TO PLAY 60 MINUTES:
Mickey Joseph squashed any ideas of a magical performance on Saturday during his Thursday press conference, as he stated the message to the team is to keep playing tough and continue the fight…
The Huskers have held leads in two of the last three contests – all losses – and aims to win their final home game of the year at Memorial Stadium on Saturday.
ALBERTS REQUESTS PATIENCE IN HUSKERS FOOTBALL SEARCH:
Husker athletics director Trev Alberts thanked fans for their patience on Wednesday’s Sports Nightly, requesting just a little more for a coaching search he believes is on track.
Alberts added that he was pleased with the process and amount of data that has been accumulated. Asked if he has a date set that he has to get the coach announced by, Alberts said he doesn’t have a particular one but is also keeping in mind the early signing period and the date the transfer portal gets opened back up – Dec. 5.
As the Huskers search for their next permanent head coach, Alberts expressed his appreciation for the man currently in the interim role, Mickey Joseph.
HUSKER FOOTBALL PRACTICE COMMENTS – COORDINATORS:
WHIPPLE – ADVANTAGES TO CALLING PLAYS IN BOOTH:
Nebraska Offensive Coordinator Mark Whipple spoke to the media on Wednesday appearing in a walking boot after taking a nasty hit on the sideline at Michigan last Saturday. Whipple will call plays from the booth, and spoke on some advantages that perspective has…
It will be the first time Whipple has called a game for the Huskers not from the sideline, as he did call plays from the booth in the second half at Michigan.
WHIPPLE – CASEY IS IMPORTANT; QUARTERBACK UPDATES:
Mark Whipple, Nebraska Offensive Coordinator, spoke on the importance of Casey Thompson and gave a quarterback update after Wednesday’s practice…
Nebraska lost Purdy to a high ankle sprain in the Michigan game, as Hastings native Jarrett Synek has now been elevated to the No. 3 spot on the depth chart.
WHIPPLE – QUARTERBACKS NEED FIRST TEAM REPS:
Husker Football Offensive Coordinator Mark Whipple spoke to the media after Wednesday’s practice and touched on the importance of his quarterbacks taking first team reps…
Nebraska has played two different quarterbacks in rotation since Casey Thompson’s injury in the Illinois contest three weeks ago.
BUSCH – WISCONSIN OFFENSE PREVIEW:
Nebraska’s interim defensive coordinator Bill Busch addressed the media after Wednesday’s practice and spoke on what the Huskers defense is expecting when facing Wisconsin…
Nebraska is hoping to slow down another strong running attack, and Busch added it will be a war within the trenches for another week.
BUSCH – ALLEN DIFFERENT STYLE OF BIG TEN BACK:
The Huskers defense has been playing some of the top running backs in the conference in consecutive weeks, beginning with Illinois’ Chase Bown, followed by Minnesota’s Mohammed Ibrahim, then last week Michigan’s Blake Corum. This week, it is Wisconsin’s Braelon Allen, whom Bill Busch previewed after Wednesday’s practice…
Nebraska has been gashed repeatedly since the Purdue game in the running game, as the Huskers are one of the worst run stopping defenses statistically in the conference.
BUSCH – TURNOVERS ARE KEY AGAINST WISCONSIN:
Nebraska interim defensive coordinator Bill Busch stressed turnovers during Wednesday’s practice when preparing for the Wisconsin Badgers on Saturday…
Nebraska is aiming for more turnovers than in recent weeks, and is hoping to get their opportunities against the Badgers who have another stout run game led by Braelon Allen.
EAGLES SIGN SUH:
The Eagles and Ndamukong Suh agreed to terms on a one-year contract Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
After a three-year stint with the Buccaneers in which he won a Super Bowl, Suh played the waiting game during the offseason and into the season, finally landing with another contender. The 12-year pro will provide depth to an Eagles interior defensive line that’s dealing with a number of injuries, namely to Fletcher Cox (foot), Jordan Davis (ankle, IR)
In 17 games in 2021, Suh racked up 27 tackles, six sacks and a fumble recovery.
NFL SCORES/SCHEDULES:
THURSDAY:
Tennessee Titans @ Green Bay Packers – 7:15 PM
Local Results & Schedules:
THIS WEEK IN LOCAL SPORTS:
THURSDAY:
- UNK:
- Women’s Swimming: @ Augustana Invite – 9 AM @ Sioux Falls, SD
- Women’s Basketball: @ Chadron State – 6:30 PM
- Men’s Basketball: v. Haskell Indian Nations – 7 PM @ Health & Sports Center
- KGFW Sports Schedule:
- Nebraska Men’s Basketball @ St. John’s (4:30 PM – 8:15 PM)
FRIDAY:
- KEARNEY HIGH:
- N/a
- KEARNEY CATHOLIC:
- N/a
- UNK:
- Women’s Swimming: @ Augustana Invite – 9 AM @ Sioux Falls, SD
- Volleyball: NCAA TOURNAMENT: v. #3 Concordia St. Paul – 2:30 PM @ Wayne, NE
- KGFW Sports Schedule:
- Nebraska Volleyball @ Iowa (5:30 PM – 8:45 PM)
SATURDAY:
- KEARNEY HIGH:
- Unified Bowling: @ North Platte Invite – 11 AM @ Wild Bill Bowling
- KEARNEY CATHOLIC:
- N/a
- UNK:
- Women’s Swimming: @ Augustana Invite – 9 AM @ Sioux Falls, SD
- Wrestling: v. Younes Hospitality Open – 9 AM @ Health & Sports Center
- M/W Cross Country: @ NCAA Central Regional – 10 AM @ Joplin, MO
- Men’s Basketball: v. Wayne State – 2 PM @ Health & Sports Center
- Women’s Basketball: @ Colorado Mines – 6:30 PM @ Golden, CO
- KGFW Sports Schedule:
- Nebraska Football v. Wisconsin (7 AM – 6 PM) – KGFW
- Nebraska Football v. Wisconsin (10:15 AM – 4:15 PM) – KQKY, HITS 106
SUNDAY:
- KEARNEY HIGH:
- N/a
- KEARNEY CATHOLIC:
- N/a
- UNK:
- N/a
- KGFW Sports Schedule:
- Nebraska Volleyball (12 PM – 2:45 PM)
