Husker families are a staple of Nebraska culture Nebraska opened its season Saturday against Florida Atlantic. Hear how the Husker family is about much more than football.

Berringer was made part of the Husker family when a few years ago, he lost part of his own. His mom Emily lost her battle with breast cancer in 2020.

Throughout Nebraska's games in 2020, a small band of parents from around the country bonded from metal bleachers while watching their sons in red. They were the entire Husker crowd.

Jake Peters ready to join Husker family and grow at new position The Husker O-lineman signee learned about hard work and gained inspiration to play college football from his dad.

"It's just really good to see our family, and kind of enjoy the holidays as much as we can," Trey McGowens said. Husker notes: Family and friends watch in the stands for first time this season ...

Husker football team embraces 9-year-old fan who lost mom to breast cancer. Nine-year-old Berringer got lifted in the air by the players, a game ball and treated like family.

College football team embraces 9-year-old fan who lost mom to breast cancer. Nine-year-old Berringer got lifted in the air by the players, a game ball and treated like family.