When one has been in town once in 27 years, he does not know the sportsbars in Lincoln. Yes, I could have done some internet surfing to find them but this is usually an informed and helpful group to point me to a good site.
Totally understand and get your question and your point. There is a newer Buffalo Wild Wings down on 88th & Highway 2 that is open, high ceilings with a lot of nice clear TV's, on the southeast side of Lincoln. Like someone said, Sportscaster's would be a good bet. I would stay away from the Watering Hole. Crappy big screen with a terrible picture and a weird setup that doesn't really work for watching games.
If you want to WATCH the game, I would stay away from the whole Gong Show that goes on downtown. I have a hard time watching a game in a packed bar. I want to watch and hear the game.