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CFB·ANALYSIS·September 10, 2026 08:53 AM ET

Nebraska's Jamal Rule earns Charles Power's Week 1 freshman standout recognition

The Big Ten also honored him Monday.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 101 min read
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What happened: Rule produced 169 yards from scrimmage and three touchdowns against Ohio on Saturday. He rushed for 122 yards on 15 carries and added 47 yards and a touchdown on two receptions.

Why it matters: His collegiate debut delivered Nebraska's first season-opening 100-yard rushing performance by a freshman running back since 2004. He also became the sixth Big Ten freshman since 1995 with two rushing touchdowns and a receiving touchdown in one game. [Nebraska Athletics](https://huskers.com/sports/football/roster/player/jamal-rule)

By the numbers: Rule averaged 8.1 yards per carry, 23.5 yards per reception and 9.9 yards across his 17 touches.

What to watch: Nebraska faces Bowling Green this week, giving Rule his next opportunity to build on his opening workload.

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