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Inside Max Iheanachor's incredible journey from Nigerian football newbie to Steelers first-rounder

Inside Max Iheanachor's incredible journey from Nigerian football newbie to Steelers first-rounder

  • Brian Batko, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

PITTSBURGH — Cory DeSanti had a basketball player in his program. That player had a fellow Nigerian friend he brought to practice one day. That kid was a 6-foot-6 monster named Max Iheanachor who had quick feet, a broad frame and not an ounce of knowledge about football. Unless that “footbal…

Photos: Nebraska softball sweeps the series, sends off seniors and names the field for Rhonda Revelle

Photos: Nebraska softball sweeps the series, sends off seniors and names the field for Rhonda Revelle

  • ARTHUR H. TRICKETT-WILE, Lincoln Journal Star

See photos as Nebraska softball caps off their three-day weekend series hosting Iowa with Senior Day on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at Bowlin Stadium in Lincoln. After a 13-0 victory to sweep the series, setting the second attendance record in a row, and sending off 13 seniors for the year, Neb…

Walker: For fate of league, Big East needs to nail next commissioner hire

Walker: For fate of league, Big East needs to nail next commissioner hire

  • Jon Walker

It’s unclear who will be tabbed as Val Ackerman's successor, but this is clear to World-Herald writer Jon Walker: The Big East has to nail the hire for its next commissioner.

Cardinals pick Carson Beck in third round of 2026 NFL draft after title-game run with Miami

Cardinals pick Carson Beck in third round of 2026 NFL draft after title-game run with Miami

  • Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald

MIAMI — Carson Beck opted to stay in college football for an extra season after his draft stock plummeted following a rough 2024 season at Georgia that ended with him tearing the UCL in his right elbow. That led the quarterback to the Miami Hurricanes — and on a path to redefining himself. A…

Nebraska regents back $600M Memorial Stadium renovation plan

Nebraska regents back $600M Memorial Stadium renovation plan

  • CHRIS DUNKER Lincoln Journal Star

Nebraska regents backed a $600M Memorial Stadium renovation Friday. The project aims to modernize fan amenities and boost revenue, with upgrades targeted for the 2028 season.

Half-Court Press: Talking about the NCAA's proposed 'five-in-five' rule and roster updates

Half-Court Press: Talking about the NCAA's proposed 'five-in-five' rule and roster updates

  • Wilson Moore Jon Walker

In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker dive into the NCAA's proposed “five-in-five” eligibility model and Creighton and Nebraska roster updates with analysis.

Rangers jump on Bubba Chandler early, cruise to another win against Pirates

Rangers jump on Bubba Chandler early, cruise to another win against Pirates

  • Colin Beazley, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

ARLINGTON, Texas — On the night the NFL draft began, the Texas Rangers picked on an almost-Clemson QB. The Rangers jumped all over Bubba Chandler, the one-time college football recruit turned Pirates rookie, tagging the right-hander with six runs in four innings in a 6-1 Rangers win on Thurs…

Raiders draft new centerpiece QB Fernando Mendoza No. 1 overall

Raiders draft new centerpiece QB Fernando Mendoza No. 1 overall

    The Las Vegas Raiders selected Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday.

    Concordia hurdler Adrianna Rodencal cracks NAIA all-time charts — twice

    Concordia hurdler Adrianna Rodencal cracks NAIA all-time charts — twice

      Already a national champion, Concordia senior Adrianna Rodencal clocked top 10 all-time NAIA marks in the 100- and 400-meter hurdles.

      Creighton mailbag: Filling the final spots, potential point guards, the Big East's next commish

      Creighton mailbag: Filling the final spots, potential point guards, the Big East's next commish

        This Creighton mailbag covers the final three roster spots, point guard options, the most exciting — and concerning thing — about next season, the Big East's next commissioner and more.

        Photos: Omaha baseball hosts Creighton

        Photos: Omaha baseball hosts Creighton

          Take a look inside Tal Anderson Field as Omaha baseball hosts Creighton.

          Nebraska softball's four homers too much for Omaha in front of record-setting crowd

          Nebraska softball's four homers too much for Omaha in front of record-setting crowd

            A record crowd at UNO’s Connie Claussen Field on Tuesday night watched Nebraska play long ball while extending its softball win streak to 12.

            Photos: Omaha softball hosts Nebraska

            Photos: Omaha softball hosts Nebraska

              Take a look inside Connie Claussen Field as Omaha softball hosts Nebraska.

              Omaha Eight: Texas A&M leading SEC surge, two ACC powers and a Big West statement

              Omaha Eight: Texas A&M leading SEC surge, two ACC powers and a Big West statement

                Each week during college baseball season, World-Herald writer Evan Bland will identify schools showing signs of making a College World Series run. Here are the Omaha Eight.

                Former Husker standout offensive lineman, Lincoln Southeast grad dies at 47

                Former Husker standout offensive lineman, Lincoln Southeast grad dies at 47

                Former Nebraska offensive lineman and Lincoln Southeast grad Kyle Kollmorgen has died at 47 after a brain aneurysm. He was a three-year letterman and longtime Lincoln business leader.

                College World Series 2026 schedule includes new start times

                College World Series 2026 schedule includes new start times

                The 2026 College World Series will have at least a few games that start at different times from the traditional 1 p.m/6 p.m. schedule of recent years. 

                Once a Nebraska volleyball commit, Ayden Ames returns to state — with Creighton

                Once a Nebraska volleyball commit, Ayden Ames returns to state — with Creighton

                Ayden Ames was a Nebraska commit at one time, then became a Texas Longhorn. Now her college volleyball journey brings her back to the state: Playing for Creighton.

                Top Journal Star photos and videos for April 2026

                Top Journal Star photos and videos for April 2026

                Paint protection and portal guards: Breaking down Alan Huss' first roster moves at Creighton

                Paint protection and portal guards: Breaking down Alan Huss' first roster moves at Creighton

                It didn’t take long for Alan Huss to retool Creighton’s personnel. Jon Walker examines the problems Huss addressed in two weeks and the puzzle pieces he still needs to find.

                Meet the women paving the way for flag football at the NCAA Power 4 level

                Meet the women paving the way for flag football at the NCAA Power 4 level

                It didn’t take long for Avery Scott to get hooked on flag football, but she could’ve done without the busted lip and car crash.

                Ranking the top 34 cornerbacks in the 2026 NFL draft

                Ranking the top 34 cornerbacks in the 2026 NFL draft

                Editor’s note: The Union-Tribune’s Eddie Brown is breaking down prospects, position by position, leading up to the NFL draft (April 23-25). Here are his top 10 cornerbacks, plus players he believes will be drafted or signed as a priority free agent: 1. Mansoor Delane (Sr., LSU, 6-foot, 182 pounds) The former three-star recruit teased his next-level talent early at Virginia Tech, then upgraded ...

                With position battle looming, Creighton volleyball’s Rayna Christianson uses spring to settle in

                With position battle looming, Creighton volleyball’s Rayna Christianson uses spring to settle in

                An exhibition with rival Nebraska was the unofficial welcome to high-level college volleyball for Creighton freshman Rayna Christianson, firmly in the mix to be the Bluejays' starting setter.

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                Shatel: The Big Red Rebuild, Matt Rhule's fundraising and Nebraska's place in the new arms race

                Shatel: The Big Red Rebuild, Matt Rhule's fundraising and Nebraska's place in the new arms race

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                'Big Red Rebuild' imagines $600M renovation of Nebraska's Memorial Stadium

                'Big Red Rebuild' imagines $600M renovation of Nebraska's Memorial Stadium

                Following a two-year, comprehensive review of the project’s scope, strategy, and costs, the University of Nebraska on Friday unveiled its plan to move forward with the stadium renovation.

                Creighton basketball transfer tracker: Big Ten guard visiting CU

                Creighton basketball transfer tracker: Big Ten guard visiting CU

                Stay up-to-date with the latest on the Creighton men's basketball roster — from transfer portal additions to departures. 

                How to watch Nebraska-Creighton volleyball tonight

                How to watch Nebraska-Creighton volleyball tonight

                Nebraska volleyball rarely plays rival Creighton in the spring, but for the first time since 2014, the Huskers and Bluejays will meet Friday night.

                Behind the pick: How Troy Polamalu’s eye-opening pro day cemented the Steelers’ belief

                Behind the pick: How Troy Polamalu’s eye-opening pro day cemented the Steelers’ belief

                PITTSBURGH — Doug Whaley can be honest. The Steelers weren’t in love with Troy Polamalu. At least not yet. When Polamalu was a senior at USC in 2003, they scouted his film and saw, as Whaley said, a “hell of a football player.” They saw an undersized 5-foot-10 safety who ran like a banshee and attacked the ball with ferocity. He was quick and explosive, but the Steelers weren’t sure about the ...

                Dom Amore: UConn, Dan Hurley dive into the ‘wild west’ with plenty of weapons to reload the Huskies

                Dom Amore: UConn, Dan Hurley dive into the ‘wild west’ with plenty of weapons to reload the Huskies

                STORRS, Conn. — Dan Hurley seemed bemused by the idea of a “season wrap-up” media availability. He mentioned it over and over on Tuesday, as state reporters gathered in the Werth Center, coincidently as a potential transfer was on the way to visit. “You (start) with the mindset, ‘this is horrible, this is chaotic, this sport is out of control,‘ ” Hurley said, kicking off his 28-minute rap ...

                Jack Pineau excels as Creighton's ace pitcher, as number-crunching spreadsheet wizard

                Jack Pineau excels as Creighton's ace pitcher, as number-crunching spreadsheet wizard

                Jack Pineau gradually worked his way to the front of Creighton baseball’s pitching staff over the past three seasons. But there's something else he excels at — Microsoft Excel. 

                Scott Frost lawsuit against Nebraska heads to court over tax dispute

                Scott Frost lawsuit against Nebraska heads to court over tax dispute

                Scott Frost says a $9.5 million W-2 created a $1.7M tax burden. Nebraska says the lawsuit shouldn’t move forward at all.

                'Rare opportunity': Creighton volleyball excited to host Nebraska at 3,000-seat Sokol Arena

                'Rare opportunity': Creighton volleyball excited to host Nebraska at 3,000-seat Sokol Arena

                A sellout crowd will pack Sokol Arena for the volleyball matchup in the volleyball state, even if it’s not for anything more than bragging rights for Creighton and Nebraska.

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