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Nebraska Cancels Tennessee Football Series Amid Stadium Renovations

2/27/2025

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Nebraska has scrapped its 2026-2027 football series with Tennessee, citing renovations at Memorial Stadium that will cut capacity by 20%. Athletic director Troy Dannen expressed worries over finances and the necessity for eight home games in 2027. Instead, Nebraska will face off against Bowling Green, Miami (OH), and Northern Iowa.

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Nebraska has scrapped its 2026-2027 football series with Tennessee, citing renovations at Memorial Stadium that will cut capacity by 20%. Athletic director Troy Dannen expressed worries over finances and the necessity for eight home games in 2027. Instead, Nebraska will face off against Bowling Green, Miami (OH), and Northern Iowa.