Nebraska moves up to No. 7 in AP Top 25

After wins over Oregon and Northwestern, Nebraska moved up one spot in the AP Top 25. 

January 19, 2026Updated: January 19, 2026
News Channel NebraskaBy News Channel Nebraska

LINCOLN, Neb. - After wins over Oregon and Northwestern, Nebraska moved up one spot in the AP Top 25. 

The Huskers enter the week ranked No. 7 in the country, the highest ranking in program history. 

 

Nebraska dominated Oregon 90-55 on Wednesday night at Pinnacle Bank Arena, before rolling past Northwestern in Evanston 78-55 on Saturday. 

Nebraska sits at 18-0, with their win streak now at 22 games dating back to spring of last season. 

The Huskers return home on Wednesday night to host Washington with tip off set for 8:00 p.m. CT. 

 

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