Key game for Nebraska is Cincinnati-Here are the team strengths

🔴 Nebraska Cornhuskers – Roster Strengths

⭐ Key Strengths

• Quarterback:

  • Dylan Raiola (SO) – Former 5-star recruit, threw for 2,806 yards and 13 TDs as a freshman

  • Backed by Marcos Davila and Heinrich Haarberg for depth

• Wide Receivers:

  • Dane Key (SR) – 715 yards, 2 TDs

  • Nyziah Hunter and Jacory Barney Jr. – Speed and route-running precision

  • Cortez Mills and Isaiah Mozee – Talented freshmen with high upside

• Running Back:

  • Emmett Johnson – 598 rushing yards, 273 receiving yards

  • Kwinten Ives and Jamarion Parker add depth and versatility

• Offensive Line:

  • Henry Lutovsky, Justin Evans, and Gunnar Gottula anchor a deep unit

  • Elijah Pritchett and Rocco Spindler bring Power Five experience

• Defense:

  • Dasan McCullough and Marques Watson-Trent – Elite linebackers

  • DeShon Singleton and Malcolm Hartzog Jr. – Veteran secondary leaders

  • Cameron Lenhardt and Keona Davis – Disruptive edge rushers

⚫ Cincinnati Bearcats – Roster Strengths

⭐ Key Strengths

• Quarterback:

  • Brendan Sorsby – Dual-threat QB with 2,813 passing yards and 445 rushing yards

  • Dangerous in RPO schemes and red zone situations

• Running Back:

  • Tawee Walker – 864 yards, 10 TDs

  • Evan Pryor – Explosive back with 7.5 YPC and receiving ability

• Wide Receivers & Tight Ends:

  • Cyrus Allen, Caleb Goodie, and Jeff Caldwell – Transfer-heavy but talented WR corps

  • Joe Royer – Reliable TE with 532 yards and 3 TDs

• Offensive Line:

  • Joe Cotton and Taran Tyo – Experienced tackles

  • Depth is a concern, but starters are solid

• Defense:

  • Dontay Corleone – All-America caliber DT, 320 lbs of disruption

  • Jack Dingle and Jonathan Thompson – Physical linebackers

  • Matthew McDoom and Xavier Williams – Upgraded secondary via transfer portal

🧠 Matchup Insight

Position Group	Nebraska Strength	Cincinnati Strength	Edge
Quarterback	Raiola (5⭐)	Sorsby (Dual-threat)	Even
Running Backs	Johnson, Ives	Walker, Pryor	Slight Cincy
Wide Receivers	Key, Hunter, Barney	Allen, Goodie	Nebraska
Offensive Line	Deep, experienced	Solid starters	Nebraska
Defensive Line	Lenhardt, Davis	Corleone	Even
Linebackers	McCullough, Watson-Trent	Dingle, Thompson	Nebraska

How many wins will Nebraska football have this year?

🏈 Nebraska Football 2025 Win Predictions

The 2025 season is shaping up to be a pivotal one for Nebraska under head coach Matt Rhule. With a favorable schedule and rising talent, analysts and oddsmakers are cautiously optimistic about the Huskers’ prospects.

🔮 Projected Win Totals

• Vegas Over/Under: 7.5 wins

• CBS Sports Prediction: 8 regular season wins

• College Football News: 7 likely wins, with potential to reach 10

• Optimistic Forecasts: Some analysts believe Nebraska could go 9–3 or even 10–2, especially if they win key matchups

🗓️ Key Games on the 2025 Schedule

Date	Opponent	Location	Difficulty
Aug 28	Cincinnati	Neutral (KC)	50/50
Sep 6	Akron	Home	Likely Win
Sep 13	Houston Christian	Home	Likely Win
Sep 20	Michigan	Home	Tough
Oct 11	Maryland	Away	50/50
Nov 1	USC	Home	Tough
Nov 22	Penn State	Away	Toughest
Nov 28	Iowa	Home	50/50

🔥 Factors Boosting Nebraska’s Outlook

• Dylan Raiola: Star sophomore QB with playoff aspirations

• Improved Roster: Strong transfer class and returning defensive core

• Favorable Schedule: Avoids Ohio State and Oregon; key games at home

• Rhule’s Track Record: Historically makes a big leap in year three

🏆 Realistic Expectations

Most experts agree Nebraska should:

• Win at least 8 games

• Compete for a Big Ten title berth

• Possibly reach the College Football Playoff if they win 9–10 games and survive November’s gauntlet

Here’s a game-by-game prediction for Nebraska Football’s 2025 season based on expert analysis and fan forecasts:

🏈 Nebraska 2025 Season Prediction

Week	Opponent	Location	Predicted Result
1	Cincinnati	Neutral (KC)	❌ Loss
2	Akron	Home	✅ Win
3	Houston Christian	Home	✅ Win
4	Michigan	Home	❌ Loss
5	BYE	—	—
6	Michigan State	Home	✅ Win
7	Maryland	Away	✅ Win
8	Minnesota	Away	❌ Loss
9	Northwestern	Home	✅ Win
10	USC	Home	❌ Loss
11	UCLA	Away	✅ Win
12	BYE	—	—
13	Penn State	Away	❌ Loss
14	Iowa	Home	✅ Win

📊 Final Regular Season Record: 7–5

• Big Ten Record: 5–4

• Bowl Eligible: Yes

• Likely Bowl: Las Vegas Bowl vs. Arizona State

🔥 Key Takeaways

• Nebraska is expected to dominate non-conference play, except for a tough opener vs. Cincinnati.

• Michigan, Penn State, and USC are projected losses due to elite defenses and playoff aspirations.

• Wins over Iowa and UCLA would be major morale boosters to close the season.

• Dylan Raiola’s development and Matt Rhule’s third-year magic could push the team to 8–9 wins if they pull off an upset or two.

I have to see us win the close ones and move up a notch or two to be more optimistic this year! Sure hope we can move up to 9-10 wins but they have to show me first! We have to beat Minnesota!

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