The 23rd-ranked Nebraska Cornhuskers won decisively against the Northern Iowa Panthers, 34-3, marking their first meeting and improving their record to 3-0 this season. This victory is notable as it is the first time Nebraska has started the season with three wins since 2016, with each win coming by at least 18 points. The Huskers' defense has been particularly impressive, limiting opponents to 10 or fewer points for the first time since 2005, and they held UNI to just three points despite the Panthers running 71 plays. Nebraska's offense was efficient, scoring a point every 39 seconds of possession, while UNI struggled to capitalize on their longer drives. Coach Matt Rhule praised the preparation leading up to this game but emphasized that practice does not guarantee success in the actual game. The win sets a promising tone as the Cornhuskers prepare for more challenging matchups ahead.