Tanner Johnson

Tanner Johnson

Tanner Johnson is a sports writer and journalist who has experience covering multiple sports, collegiate and professional. He reports on a national level using his knowledge of teams from all over the country. He has provided coverage for the Tennessee Titans, Tennessee Volunteers, Arkansas Razorbacks, and Florida State Seminoles. He is also a co-host of Triple Option A College Football Podcast. On this podcast, he provides a national coverage of college football and engages with fans and members of the media.

Dylan Raiola (15) makes a pass intended for Isaiah Neyor.
Football

How Much Should Nebraska Quarterback Dylan Raiola Play Against Northern Iowa?

Nebraska football's freshman quarterback needs experience and reps, but how much is enough in this game?

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Aug 29, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes safety Shilo Sanders (21) during the first half against the North Dakota State Bison at Folsom Field.
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Colorado's Shilo Sanders Trash-Talked Nebraska Before Getting Embarrassed in Loss

The Buffaloes' safety talked some smack that he and his team were unable to back up.

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Sep 7, 2024; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) hands the ball off to wide receiver Jacory Barney Jr. (17) against the Colorado Buffaloes during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium.
Football

Nebraska Football's Bowl Projections Ahead of Week 3

There are plenty of games left, but the Huskers are trending upward in the college football bowl game hierarchy.

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The Missouri State Bears took on the University of Northern Iowa Panthers at Plaster Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023.
Football

Know Nebraska's Foe: Northern Iowa Panthers

What are the strengths and weaknesses of this Panthers team? Nebraska football takes on UNI Saturday.

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Husker fans storm the field to celebrate the win over Colorado.
Football

Has Nebraska Football's Win Over Colorado Caused Overreactions?

Do we actually know how good the Huskers are after they dominated the Buffaloes?

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Sep 7, 2024; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) stiff arms Nebraska Cornhuskers defensive back Tommi Hill (6) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
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Colorado's Travis Hunter Praises Nebraska's Fans After Playing in Memorial Stadium

One of the biggest stars in college football gave props to the Husker crowd after he was impressed by the atmosphere on game day.

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Sep 7, 2024; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) passes against the Colorado Buffaloes during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
Football

Dylan Raiola Wears No. 15 Because of Tim Tebow, not Patrick Mahomes

This answer may come as a surprise to most. The young Husker QB looks up to another college football legend.

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Nebraska defenders prepare to celebrate with defensive back Tommi Hill after his pick six on Colorado's Shedeur Sanders.
Football

Nebraska's Tommi Hill Rated Top DB in Big Ten for Week 2

The senior defensive back had an unbelievable game against Colorado and Travis Hunter.

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Sep 7, 2024; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) passes against the Colorado Buffaloes during the third quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
Football

QB Grade: Dylan Raiola vs. Colorado

The freshman star gets his first big win, but how did he look?

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Sep 7, 2024; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders on the sideline during the first quarter against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
Football

Matt Rhule's Nebraska Program is the Antithesis of Deion Sanders' Colorado

Matt Rhule and Deion Sanders have two completely different-looking programs right now. One is built on substance, and the other is smoke and mirrors. One is on its way up, the other is crashing down.

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Sep 7, 2024; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Matt Rhule on the sideline during the first quarter against the Colorado Buffaloes at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
Football

Nebraska's Defense Exposed One of Colorado's Huge Weaknesses

One statistic from this game spells doom for Colorado's season. It also shows a sign of potential strength for the Huskers.

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Aug 29, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Jimmy Horn Jr. (5) runs after a reception in the first half against the North Dakota State Bison at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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Jimmy Horn Jr. is Colorado's Secret Superstar

He does not get the credit he deserves, but that might change now.

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