I'm 45 yrs old and Cockeye has never been nationally relevant in my lifetime. They've never won a national title in that span. Zero Heisman trophies in that span. Hell, I don't think Cockeye has even played for a national title in my lifespan.
As for now, even 3-9 or 4-8 Nebraska gets higher TV ratings than your precious Cockeyes. You said 'relevant'....Nebraska, even in their worst years, are more nationally relevant than your Cockeyes in their best years. That has to be embarrassing for you.