College football captivates us for many reasons. But, that feeling when the first game of the season finally rolls around?Ìý
Yeah, that's up there. And in these parts, it packs an extra punch. The Huskers open their 2021 schedule with a Week 0 game on the road against Big Ten West foe Illinois.
Let us know if we're wrong, but the stakes feel higher than usual for a season opener.
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The essentials
Time: 12:20 p.m. Saturday
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