Nebraska Wesleyan University

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What this program never forgets

Most weeks vanish. These didn’t.

The 2000 Mascot Rebrand

Nebraska Wesleyan adopts the Prairie Wolves mascot (replacing Plainsmen), symbolizing a modern identity anchored in regional pride

The 2000 Doane Upset

In the year of the Prairie Wolves debut, Nebraska Wesleyan defeats arch-rival Doane 22–18, a statement game for the new mascot era

The Keller Era (1996–2025)

Brian Keller's 30-year tenure ends, leaving behind a legacy of stability and competence

Moment of the year · 2026

Won 69-48 vs Loras

Week 8 of 2026. A statement win, by 21 points.

Decisive margin

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Cultural identityWhat college football loses if this program didn't exist.
CFB Zeitgeist “Go Prairie Wolves.”
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