Game Day: Nebraska Huskers vs. Houston Christian Huskies
The Nebraska Huskers (2-0) continue their homestand on Saturday, September 13, 2025, against the Houston Christian Huskies (1-1) at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska. Kickoff is set for 11 AM CT. This marks the first-ever meeting between the two programs.
Matchup Overview
Nebraska is coming off a dominant 68-0 victory over Akron, showcasing a potent offense and a stifling defense. Houston Christian, an FCS program, is looking to rebound from a 20-10 loss to Eastern Kentucky, despite limiting their opponent to minimal yardage.
- Nebraska aims for its ninth consecutive non-conference victory.
- This is the 16th game for Nebraska against an FCS opponent, holding a 15-0 record in those contests.
- Houston Christian hopes to upset the Huskers in their first-ever matchup.
Broadcast Information
The game will be televised on FS1 with Eric Collins and Spencer Tillman providing commentary. Radio coverage is available on the Huskers Radio Network, Huskers.com, and the Official Huskers App, featuring Kyle Crooks, Damon Benning, and Jessica Coody.
Team Details
| Team | Record | Last Game | Rankings | Head Coach |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska Huskers | 2-0, 0-0 B1G | vs. Akron (W, 68-0) | AP – RV/Coaches – RV | Matt Rhule (61-56 Career, 14-13 at NU) |
| Houston Christian Huskies | 1-1, 0-0 SLC | at Eastern Kentucky (L, 20-10) | NR | Jason Bachtel (20-14 Career, 6-8 at HCU) |
Huskers' Recent Performance
Nebraska's victory over Akron was a historic performance. The 68-point margin was the largest since 1986, and the shutout was the first since 2009. The offense exploded for 728 total yards, the most in 11 seasons, and 494 passing yards, the second-most in school history.
- Dylan Raiola had a career-best 364 passing yards and four touchdowns against Akron.
- Nebraska has held opponents to under 100 passing yards in consecutive games for the first time since 2019.
Key Stats and Storylines
Dylan Raiola's impressive start to the season has garnered national attention. His 20 consecutive completions set a Nebraska record. The Blackshirts defense has been dominant, particularly at Memorial Stadium, not allowing a rushing touchdown in eight straight home games.
- Nebraska's passing defense ranks second nationally, allowing just 65.5 yards per game.
- Six former Huskers will be inducted into the Nebraska Football Hall of Fame and recognized at Saturday's game.
Game Prediction
Nebraska is heavily favored to win against Houston Christian, especially coming off a dominant performance. Look for Dylan Raiola to continue his strong play and the Blackshirts defense to maintain their stifling form. The Huskers will look to secure a 3-0 start to the season and build momentum heading into Big Ten play.
