Star Pitcher Jordy Frahm Skips 2026 Pro Season
Jordy Frahm, Nebraska’s standout two-way softball star and record-setting closer, has decided against playing professionally in 2026. Currently seventh in the NCAA with a 1.40 ERA, Frahm leads the Huskers with 157 strikeouts, a .440 batting average, and a program-record nine saves this season. After recovering from a 2024 knee injury, she shattered Nebraska’s single-season marks for home runs (23), total bases (167), and slugging (.988). A finalist for USA Softball Player of the Year and historic Big Ten Player and Pitcher of the Year awardee, she remains focused on guiding Nebraska to the Women’s College World Series before eyeing Team USA or the 2028 Olympics.
In an unexpected twist likely to shock absolutely no one who has ever met a Huskers fan, Frahm has opted to dodge the glamorous life of professional softball and stay put in Lincoln. Maybe she’s just avoiding plane food or saving her arms for a postseason epic. Or perhaps she’d rather spend evenings teaching baseball bros how real slams are hit—after all, nothing says “I love my alma mater” like a refusal to cash in on those sweet, sweet Athletes Unlimited endorsements. Whatever the reason, Frahm’s defection from professional life proves one thing: true love is pitching perfect innings on the college diamond, not autographing foam fingers for $10 a pop.
Emmett Johnson: The Dependable Dynamo
Emmett Johnson, a 5’10”, 202-pound running back for Nebraska, boasts elite short-area quickness, vision, and an impressive resume of 2,460 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns on 458 carries. With 92 receptions adding 702 yards and five scores, he’s a dual-threat back who earned First-Team All-American and Big Ten RB of the Year honors in 2025. Though lacking true breakaway speed and power to finish runs, Johnson’s precision, ball security, and receiving prowess make him a strong third-down option. Scouts project him as a mid-to-late draft pick (Rounds 3–5) destined for a complementary backfield role at the NFL level.
Johnson’s scouting report reads like the specs sheet for a Swiss Army knife—useful, reliable, slightly dull. He’s the kind of player your grandma would admire for consistency but your fantasy football squad would bench for lack of fireworks. NFL teams will love his commitment to “maximizing opportunities,” a corporate buzzword that probably came from a motivational poster in the locker room. Sure, he won’t outrun safeties or bench press linebackers into next Tuesday, but he’ll dutifully carry your offense on third-and-short while the stars hog the glory. Emmett “Spreadsheet” Johnson: because every franchise needs a human Post-it note.
Big Man Uggy Bails from the Huskers
Ugnius Jaruševičius, a 6’11” forward, entered the NCAA transfer portal on the final window day after playing just seven minutes in one game for Nebraska due to a lingering back injury. Previously, he averaged 16.2 points and 7.3 rebounds at Central Michigan, earning first-team All-MAC honors. A Lithuanian Youth National Team alum, he needs a medical waiver for another season of eligibility. His departure follows three other Huskers entering the portal, while Nebraska replenished its roster with four new commits from Utah Valley, Belmont, Boston College, and Montana, leaving three open spots as the portal closes.
Nebrasketball’s revolving-door policy strikes again! Uggy’s swift exit after a cameo appearance feels like a drive-by transfer, leaving Nebraska coaches scrambling like baristas on a Monday morning. It’s a masterclass in “thanks for stopping by—don’t let the door hit you on the way out.” Meanwhile, the Cornhuskers are stockpiling portal pickups like they’re Pokémon cards. Collect ’em all, right? If Nebraska were any more in flux, they’d need a new team every morning. At least Hoiberg’s recruiting pitch now includes “guaranteed spot on a year-long open-mic tour of the bench.” Welcome to Lincoln, where stability is just a rumor.
Softball Showdown: Huskers Invade Omaha
Nebraska, ranked No. 4 nationally in the NFCA Top 25 with four first-place votes, visits Omaha at Connie Claussen Field for their third matchup of 2026. The Cornhuskers (36-6) aim to maintain momentum after sweeping Minnesota, while Omaha (29-8, 11-1) boasts a perfect home conference record. The Mavericks seek to break their attendance record of 1,537 set in 2025. NU leads the series 23-9, having won the last two meetings. Game time is 6 p.m. CDT on April 21, broadcast on Nebraska Public Media and Summit League Network, with radio coverage on the Huskers Radio Network.
Get your foam fingers ready: it’s softball’s version of Lincoln vs. Omaha warfare. The Mavericks are praying for a miracle upset and a chance to see their home crowd hit record size—because nothing says “impressive turnout” like 1,600 people bundled up in Nebraska spring weather. Meanwhile, the Huskers are basically ping-pong balls bouncing between bases, and they’ve declared victory before the first pitch. If you love the smell of sweaty rivalry and midweek college sports, this is your Super Bowl. Bring sunscreen, a raincoat, and your best sarcastic sign: “Go Big Red or Go Big Go Home.”
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