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The highly anticipated Big Ten vs. SEC showdown set for 2026 and 2027 is officially dead, all because Nebraska pulled the plug on its long-standing commitment. And now, the Cornhuskers are footing a massive bill—$500,000 per game—just to make their exit.
Why? Nebraska wants to pack its home schedule in 2027 to offset revenue losses from stadium renovations. But was it worth the price tag? The Huskers had this deal locked in for nearly two decades, originally set for 2016-17 before being pushed back.
Meanwhile, Tennessee is scrambling to find a new high-profile opponent with limited time and options. Vols athletic director Danny White is racing against the clock, admitting, “It’s going to be a really tall order.”
Will Tennessee land a marquee matchup to replace Nebraska? Will the Cornhuskers regret this costly decision? One thing’s for sure—this $1 million mistake won’t be forgotten anyt
ime soon!
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