In their home opener of the 2023 season, Nebraska earned their first win of the year against the Huskies of Northern Illinois by a score of 35-11. The win moved the Huskers to a record of 4-1 against NIU and 8-1 all-time against the Mid-American Conference.
Sophomore quarterback Heinrich Haarberg of Kearney, Nebraska, made his first career start. He’s the first Nebraska native to start at quarterback since Noah Vedral in 2019.
The quarterback went 14-of-24 in the air for 158 yards and two touchdowns. He also rushed 21 times for 98 yards on 21 carries.
Nebraska’s defense allowed 149 yards of total offense, the fewest yards since Kansas had 87 yards in 2010. The Blackshirts also totaled 3.0 sacks and 5.0 tackles for loss.
Nebraska returns to action next Saturday when the Huskers host Louisiana Tech. Kickoff at Memorial Stadium is set for 2:30 p.m.
Find a photo gallery of Nebraska’s victory below.