Nebraska's football program continues to face mounting challenges as the 2026 season slips further away from contention. A Misery Index column by senior writer Dan Wolken, published on November 8, 2026, examines head coach Matt Rhule's dwindling options amid the team's downward spiral.
The analysis underscores growing frustration among fans and observers as the Cornhuskers struggle to find consistency on both sides of the ball. With each loss, questions intensify about Rhule's ability to turn the program around.
