After a tough loss, Nebraska faces a hot Northwestern squad ready to challenge its identity. Here's everything you need to know about the matchup.

Nebraska was defeated by Minnesota 24-6 on Friday, Oct. 17. Raiola led Nebraska with 177 yards on 17-of-25 passing (68.0%) for no touchdowns and no interceptions. Johnson carried the ball 14 times for 63 yards, adding five receptions for 37 yards. Luke Lindenmeyer recorded 52 yards on four catches.

Nebraska returned to the practice field this week intent on correcting the mistakes that led to its loss at Minnesota, with accountability being a key theme.

The Oct. 25 contest is set for an 11 a.m. start, the Big Ten Conference announced Sunday. The game will be televised nationally on FS1, marking the Huskers’ third appearance on the network this season. Fans can also stream the matchup on the Fox Sports and Fox Now apps, with radio coverage provided by the Huskers Radio Network.

Nebraska was not the more physical team against Minnesota. Players on Tuesday vowed not to make it a trend with Northwestern up next.

The broadcast network and kickoff time will be determined following the conclusion of games on Saturday, Oct. 18.

Nebraska football remains a betting favorite despite a lackluster performance in its Friday night road tilt at Minnesota. For the third time in as many weeks,

The Huskers begin a two-game homestand by hosting Northwestern at Memorial Stadium on Saturday. Nebraska can clinch a bowl appearance for the second-straight season with a win. Kickoff: Saturday, 11 a.m.

The University announced the Huskers will kickoff at 11 a.m. Central time against Northwestern when the Wildcats come to town on October 25. The game will be broadcast on the FS1. Northwestern is coming in with a four game win streak, most recently besting the Purdue Boilermakers in a shutout.

Nebraska offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen echoed the sentiments of his head coach Tuesday following a six-point, nine-sack clunker at Minnesota last weekend.