Clayton Collier

1 week ago | 1011now.com | Clayton Collier

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Jared Jones hit a line drive that glanced off a glove for the winning run moments after LSU got a big break to tie the game, and the Tigers posted a 6-5 walk-off victory over SEC rival Arkansas on Wednesday night to advance to the College World Series finals. The Tigers (51-15) will play for their second national championship in three years when they square off against Coastal Carolina in the best-of-three finals starting Saturday.

2 months ago | 1011now.com | Clayton Collier |Mason Kern

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Omaha native Xavier Watts was selected in the third round (96th overall) of the 2025 NFL Draft by the Atlanta Falcons. Watts, surrounded by family and friends at his Midtown watch party, lowered his head in disbelief as his name was called. “You think about how it would feel, but you never know until it truly happens,” the former Notre Dame safety told First Alert 6. “So I’m just blessed to be an Atlanta Falcon.

Aug 19, 2024 | wowt.com | Clayton Collier

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Nebraska and Creighton volleyball were ranked in the AVCA Preseason Top 25 Poll, released Monday. The Huskers were slotted No. 2 in the nation, receiving 15 first-place votes. The reigning national champion Texas Longhorns were No. 1 with 46 first place votes. The Bluejays begin the season as the No. 12 team in the country, the second-highest preseason ranking in program history (No. 9 in 2017).

Aug 16, 2024 | wowt.com | Clayton Collier

LINCOLN, Neb. (WOWT) - Nebraska has not shied away from talking up their wide receivers. The praise comes after an injury-riddled 2023 campaign for the receiver room where the Huskers averaged just 135.9 passing yards per game, a figure that ranked among the lowest in FBS. The infusion of impact transfers Jahmal Banks and Isaiah Neyor provides an immediate bolster to a returning group that's another year stronger and wiser.

Jul 30, 2024 | wowt.com | Clayton Collier

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Nebraska Huskers hosted a media day on Wednesday for their upcoming fall camp. Head Coach Matt Rhule spoke about how the defense can build on a strong 2023 season. "We have to take the ball away 20 times this year," Rhule said. An update on Huskers kicker Tristan Alvano was also shared. Marcus Scatterfield, offensive coordinator, touted the depth at receiver and offensive line. The sophomore class is coming in with plenty of game reps due to injuries last year.