Section 5 at Memorial Stadium

(2026 Review) - Prime Sideline Location: Lowest level of seating behind the sideline, home to some of the closest seats to the action at Memorial Stadium.  Near the 50-Yard Line: Sections along here offer the possibility of sitting near midfield, combining quality and proximity.  Student Sections: Sections 9, 10, and 11 are designated student sections for Nebraska games.  Loud Atmosphere: This area and the adjacent sections are likely to be one of the loudest places on gameday.  Obstruction Caveat: Pillars at row 40 obstruct the seat view from higher rows — worth knowing before you sit up top.  Who Should Sit Here  The Lower Sideline at Memorial Stadium is for fans who want to be as close to the action as possible, along the sideline and potentially near the 50-yard line. If you thrive on a loud, high-energy crowd, this is one of the best places in the stadium to take it all in.  Lower Sideline Seating Details  This location sits on the lowest level of seating behind the sideline. Sections along the sideline have 47 numbered rows, with lettered rows in front of some sections. For Nebraska games, sections 9, 10, and 11 are designated student sections.  Views from the Lower Sideline  Being on the lowest level along the sideline puts you close to the field for one of the best vantage points offered at Memorial Stadium. Be aware that pillars at row 40 obstruct the seat view from the higher rows, so sightlines suffer the further back you go.  Sun, Shade & Cover  Rows 40 and above are covered, which can be tempting on a hot or rainy day — but remember that pillars at row 40 obstruct the view from those higher rows. Weigh the cover against the sightline trade-off before choosing a seat up top. 

- Rows A-D and 1-4 in sideline sections 1-11 and 21-31 will have an obstructed view. You will not be able to see over the players on the sideline from these seats. Pillars are located at row 40 in sideline sections of the lower level. This creates obstructed views for many seats in rows 41 and above.