Slide show: Magical Night

Wisconsin and Nebraska fans painted the town red as the Cornhuskers made their Big Ten Conference debut Saturday in a historic, sold-out game that sparked national interest and plenty of local excitement. It was the first time that two top-10 teams squared off at Camp Randall Stadium in 49 years.

The thousands of Nebraska fans who journeyed to Camp Randall Stadium mingled with the Badger faithful as a new Big Ten rivalry took root. Photographers Jeff Miller and Bryce Richter captured the color of game day.

At left: Badger fans signal No. 7 Wisconsin's big win over No. 8 Nebraska at Camp Randall Stadium on Oct. 1, 2011. The Badgers won 48-17 in what was Nebraska’s first conference game as a Big Ten member.

Photo: Jeff Miller