Nebraska enters the bye week with a 5-1 record and just one win away from bowl eligibility.

A mark they haven't reached since 2016.

"I think the thing that our guys are learning is that when you have some adversity it's an opportunity for you to rise up and do something special," Rhule said.

The Huskers handed Rutgers its first loss of the season thanks to what Rhule called "as great of a defensive performance as I've been around."

The Blackshirts were led by sophomore defensive lineman James Williams 2 sacks, 5 tackles and 2 tackles for loss.