They competed as members of the West Division of the Big Ten Conference.

At the conclusion of the regular season, head coach Mike Riley was fired.

[21] 5 non-recruited walk-ons joined the team via tryout on March 29, 2017.

[22] One additional preferred walk-on was added in late April.

USA Today Freshman All-American JD Spielman[52] FWAA Freshman All-American JD Spielman[53] 2016 Nebraska Football Team Awards [54] Source:[55]