Nebraska men's basketball has figured something out. After a six-game losing streak, NU has now tallied back to back wins over ranked teams. On Sunday, Nebraska beat No. 16 Oregon in Eugene, 77-71. The Huskers improve to 14-8 on the year and 4-7 in the Big Ten Conference while the Ducks fall to 16-6 overall and 5-6 in the league.

This is quite the opportunity for Nebraska to turn the season around. After a big win over Wisconsin in Lincoln, if Fred Hoiberg and the crew is able to get a win at #16 Oregon then the turnaround has begun.

Samples, who previously coached RBs at SMU, is a Dallas native and son of Duncanville head football coach Reginald Samples.

Oregon Ducks running backs coach Ra’Shaad Samples is reportedly a target of interest for the Dallas Cowboys in the same position. Samples, only 30 years old, helped guide running back Jordan James to a career-best season in 2024 and is a recruiting asset.