OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — At Mulhall's Harvest Party in northwest Omaha, 3 News Now reporter Jill Lamkins caught up with fans who were feeling optimistic about the team's dominant display.

The shutout win marked Nebraska's first since 2009, adding to the excitement among the fanbase.

"Don't want to jinx nothing, but it sure looks good to start. It starts to feel like the old days again, and it looks it too, you know."

Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Rodgers, who was at the event judging pies, offered his perspective on the team's performance.

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Nebraska football fans are riding high after the Huskers delivered a commanding 68-0 shutout victory over Akron on Saturday, with many saying the performance reminded them of the program's glory days.

At Mulhall's Harvest Party in

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