What the Huskers must do to come out on top Saturday night against the Buffaloes
What does Nebraska need to do to beat Colorado on Saturday? While there a lot of potential strategies, game plans and areas of focus, I believe there are four keys that will lead Nebraska to victory.This should - and will be - priority one for the Huskers. If Nebraska can establish their running game, it should create opportunities for Dylan Raiola in the passing game. Plus, it can keep Colorado's offense on the sidelines, growing frustrated by a lack of opportunities.
Every time the pocket breaks down and Sanders starts scrambling is an opportunity for Nebraska to swing the momentum.The defense gets a big play That last one is a worst-case scenario for NU. When Sanders goes into scramble mode, NU has to be able to finish the play. Colorado will get its yards through the air, but Nebraska cannot allow back-breaking plays where they're a fingertip away from a sack before they score a long touchdown.
The fan base wants this game in a very big way. I expect Memorial Stadium to be as loud and raucous as it has been in a decade … possibly ever. Oct 16, 2010; Lincoln, NE, USA; Texas Longhorns players celebrate their 20-13 victory over the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium. / Bruce Thorson-Imagn Images, printed shirts, and more. This was going to be the time that Charlie Brown - ranked #5 in the country - finally kicked the football.
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