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Tuesday Tidbits + Transfer Tracker - January 27, 2026

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Jan 27, 2026
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WHAT TO WATCH

1. Nebraska (NET: 5) @ Michigan (NET: 2)

Watch Score: 7 | 6:00 PM CST | NBCSN, Peacock

✅ Quad 1 opportunity for both teams

This is the marquee matchup of the night—a legitimate top-5 clash that I am thoroughly excited to watch. Number 5 Nebraska (NET 5) travels to Ann Arbor to face Number 2 Michigan (NET 2) in what amounts to a Big Ten heavyweight bout. For Nebraska, a road win here would be a statement…the type of signature victory that could finally silence all its doubters.. Michigan, protecting home court against a fellow elite, knows that home losses at this level can derail momentum fast. With Quad 1 stakes on both sides, expect intensity from tip to buzzer. This isn’t just a game; it’s a measuring stick.

Also, please don’t complain about it being on Peacock. It’s like $5.

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