Dan McGlynn

Dan McGlynn

Dan “Husker Dan” McGlynn has been writing about Husker football since 2003. His columns have appeared on HuskerMax.com as well as in several local newspapers and magazines. He has a B.A. in English from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Dan is a native Nebraskan and lives in Omaha. You may contact him at HuskerDan@cox.net.

Oct 19, 2024; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA;  UCLA Bruins quarterback Ethan Garbers (4) looks to pass during the second half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at SHI Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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Husker Dan Ponders If Nebraska Football Will Get Bowl Eligible Against UCLA

Will Nebraska become bowl eligible Saturday?

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Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Cody Simon (0) tackles Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Emmett Johnson (21) during the second half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. Ohio State won 21-17.
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Buckeyes Edge Nebraska at the Horseshoe, 21-17

When will the Huskers move to Phase 3?

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Indiana's Shawn Asbruy II celebrates his interception the Indiana versus Nebraska football game on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024.
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Huskers Get Torched At Indiana Dumpster Fire, 56-7

Where do the Huskers go from here?

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Oct 5, 2024; Evanston, Illinois, USA; Indiana Hoosiers running back Ty Son Lawton (17) runs against the Northwestern Wildcats during the second half at Lanny and Sharon Martin Stadium. Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
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Husker Football Begins Second Half at 5-1

Huskers need just one more win to become bowl eligible.

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Nebraska defenders celebrate after a goal line stand against Rutgers.
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Nebraska Holds On For An Ugly 14-7 Win Over Rutgers

And once again, the Huskers endures a scoreless half of football.

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Sep 28, 2024; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers linebacker John Bullock (5) runs the ball for a touchdown after an interception against the Purdue Boilermakers during the second half at Ross-Ade Stadium.  Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images
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Nebraska Finds A Way to Win, Downs Purdue 28-10

The Huskers use a strong second half to seal the deal.

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Purdue Pete
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Nebraska Football: How Will the Huskers Fare This Saturday Against Purdue?

Matt Rhule's records in Year 2 at his two previous college coaching stops have had mixed results.

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Nebraska running back Rahmir Johnson rushes for a 9-yard gain against Illinois.
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Nebraska Football:  The Aftermath of the Illinois Loss

Husker Dan asks: How will the Big Red respond to Friday night's overtime defeat?

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A baton twirler performs during halftime of the Nebraska-Northern Iowa game.

Nebraska vs Illinois: It's A Huge Game For The Huskers

The Huskers have an opportunity to take a big step forward to the restoration of the Nebraska football program.

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The Scarlets perform during the third quarter of the Nebraska-Northern Iowa game.
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Huskers Roll 34-3; Panthers Have No Anthers

Is now the time for Husker fans to start dreaming?

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Nebraska defenders Jimari Butler and Mikai Gbayor converge to bring down Colorado's Travis Hunter.
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Nebraska Gets More Than Just a Win Over the Buffaloes

The Huskers may have hit the jackpot in the wake of Saturday night's 28-10 pasting of the Colorado Buffaloes. Here are some reasons why.

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Nebraska offensive lineman Turner Corcoran and tight end Thomas Fidone II lead the way for running back Emmett Johnson against Colorado.
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Huskers Hang On to Hang One On the Buffaloes

Nebraska jumps out to a 28-0 first-half lead to beat Colorado 28-10.

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