On August 29, 1998, in front of 76,000 fans at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska, Louisiana Tech wide receiver Troy Edwards delivered one of the most jaw-dropping performances in college football history. Facing a top-10 Huskers team, Edwards hauled in 21 catches for 405 yards and 3 touchdowns, shattering the NCAA single-game receiving record — a mark that still stands today.

In this episode of Record Breakers: College Football Legends, we relive that unforgettable afternoon and the story behind it. From Edwards’ rise at Louisiana Tech, to his unstoppable connection with quarterback Tim Rattay, to the backdrop of a Nebraska dynasty that couldn’t contain him, this is the complete tale of how a small-school receiver carved his name into the record books.

We’ll dive into:

• The 1998 season opener and the high-stakes atmosphere in Lincoln

• Troy Edwards’ journey from Shreveport to Biletnikoff Award winner

• Tim Rattay’s 590-yard passing day and his place in NCAA history

• Nebraska’s powerhouse roster and how their defense was dismantled

• The legacy of Edwards’ 405-yard record and why it still hasn’t been broken

This is more than a box score. It’s the story of a player who proved greatness can come from anywhere — and left us with one of the most legendary records in college football history.