Nebraska volleyball didn’t waste much time Wednesday night.
After resuming a postponed match from Wrigley Field at Bob Devaney Sports Center, the Huskers rolled past Missouri in straight sets, 25-10, 25-17, 25-14, and moved to 11-0 on the season. The win came against a Tigers team that entered at 7-4, and Nebraska made sure there was never much doubt about how this one would end.
The biggest reason? Andi Jackson.
Her night was loud in every phase. Jackson finished with 10 kills and six blocks, hit .667 with no errors on 15 swings, and added two aces.
John Cook pointed out on the broadcast how much her presence changes what Nebraska can do, including on a play that opened things up for a Skyler Pierce kill. Jackson drew plenty of attention all night, and for good reason.
Nebraska’s defense did its part, too. Missouri hit just .020, which is the kind of number that usually tells the whole story. The Tigers managed 24 kills and 22 errors on 98 attempts, and the Huskers never let the match get into a rhythm that felt remotely competitive.
Harper Murray also gave Nebraska another encouraging sign. The All-American outside hitter posted 10 kills and hit .241, marking her third straight match with double-digit kills.
For a team with championship-level ambitions, that kind of steady climb matters. Murray’s hitting percentage is moving in the right direction, and she looked more like the offensive force Nebraska needs her to be.
On the football side, the first Big Ten injury report of the season gave a clearer picture heading into Saturday’s game against Michigan State. Nebraska listed Carter Nelson out, as expected. EDGE Jordan Ochoa is questionable, and Bryson Webber is doubtful.
Michigan State’s report included linebacker Brady Pretzlaff out and special teams player Jay Coyne out, while starting cornerback Tyran Chappell was listed as questionable.
Looking ahead to Saturday, Nebraska has also broken down three keys to a victory and five things to know.
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