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Nebraska vs Cincinnati: Huskers edge Bearcats 20–17 at Arrowhead in a tense opener

Nebraska squeaked past Cincinnati 20–17 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, opening the 2025 season with a one-score win at a neutral site. The tight scoreline fit the tone: defense, field position, and late-game poise. For Nebraska, it’s an early résumé boost. For Cincinnati, it’s proof their defense can travel. The wider Big Ten–Big 12 stakes make this one matter beyond August.