The **Nebraska Cornhuskers** are the intercollegiate athletic teams representing the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, competing primarily in the NCAA Division I Big Ten Conference. They field 24 varsity teams across 16 sports, with 21 teams participating in the Big Ten and others competing independently or in affiliate conferences. Known as the "Big Red," the Huskers have two official mascots: Herbie Husker and Lil' Red[1]. Founded as a football program in 1890, the Huskers began gaining national recognition by scheduling prominent opponents and achieving historic undefeated seasons early in the 20th century. The nickname "Cornhuskers" was adopted in 1900, replacing the original "Bug Eaters." Early successes included a 34-game unbeaten streak from 1912 to 1916 and notable victories over legendary teams such as Notre Dame's Four Horsemen in the 1920s. Memorial Stadium, their iconic home field, opened in 1923, marking a central venue for the program's growth[2]. Nebraska's football program is historically significant, ranking eighth all-time in FBS wins with 902 victories. The team won three national championships in the early 1970s under coach Bob Devaney, including a dominant 1971 season capped by the famous "Game of the Century" against Oklahoma and a decisive Orange Bowl victory over Alabama. They later secured multiple Big Eight titles and transitioned to the Big Ten Conference in 2011, where they have remained competitive, highlighted by a 2012 Big Ten Championship Game appearance[3][5]. Beyond football, Nebraska boasts 32 national championships across various sports including bowling, men's gymnastics, volleyball, and women's track and field, reflecting a broad athletic excellence[1]. The program emphasizes strong tradition, fan engagement, and has cultivated many individual award winners such as Heisman Trophy recipients and other prestigious honors[2]. Today, the Nebraska Cornhuskers remain