Nebraska Shuts Out Rutgers to Secure Bowl Eligibility

Nebraska ended a four-game skid with a 31-0 win over Rutgers on November 14, earning bowl eligibility for a third consecutive season. The Huskers had missed a bowl for seven straight years before this run. Rutgers fell to 2-8. The victory came in the first game with Glenn Thomas calling Nebraska’s offense after Dana Holgorsen was fired as offensive coordinator.