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.

Nov 23, 2024; College Park, Maryland, USA;  Iowa Hawkeyes defensive lineman Ethan Hurkett (49) celebrates after making a tackle against the Maryland Terrapins.
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Nebraska Football: Are The Huskers Done Winning?

Now that NU has become bowl eligible, the fight is not over.

Dan McGlynn
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Nov 16, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA;  Wisconsin Badgers running back Tawee Walker carries the ball against the Oregon Ducks.
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Huskers Have Two Chances for Win No. 6

Are the Huskers good enough to get to a bowl game this year?

Dan McGlynn
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Nov 2, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; USC Trojans wide receiver Kyle Ford runs into the end zone for a fourth-quarter touchdown reception against the Washington Huskies/
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Can the Huskers Win One More?

Coach Matt Rhule trusts new hire Dana Holgorsen will get 'r done.

Dan McGlynn
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Sep 30, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA;  Houston Cougars head coach Dana Holgorsen  looks on  prior to the start of the game against the Tulane Green Wave at TDECU Stadium in Houston, Texas.
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Husker Dan Opens His Email Bag

Can Nebraska football find one more win?

Dan McGlynn
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Nebraska defensive lineman Ty Robinson sacks UCLA quarterback Ethan Garbers for an 8-yard loss during the third quarter.
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Bruins Ruin Husker Bowl Party, 27-20

Is there another win in Nebraska's future?

David Max, Dan McGlynn
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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?

Dan McGlynn
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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?

Dan McGlynn
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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?

Dan McGlynn
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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.

Dan McGlynn
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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.

Dan McGlynn
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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.

Dan McGlynn
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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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