If there’s a defensive participant — or gamers — who elevate their recreation to a spot we haven’t seen, that’s a welcome surprise.
» Not a lot is understood, or anticipated, from particular groups coaches Brett Maher or Nick Humphrey. What if their unit makes constructive performs that win video games?
Of course, you possibly can’t predict the surprise. That’s why it’s a surprise.
While it could not occur in Game 1, it might present its face by the fifth recreation Oct. 3. Or perhaps one of many large opponent video games will encourage somebody(s) to drop out of the sky and plug on this season.
I’ve by no means been round a Nebraska football season with decrease expectations. That’s normally when a surprise exhibits up.
I do know a program and fanbase that would actually use one.
Frank Solich is crimson and inexperienced
When you consider Frank Solich, do you consider Nebraska or Ohio?
The appropriate reply is each. Solich made his mark at each locations, although he wouldn’t be within the College Football Hall of Fame with out Ohio.
It’s so cool that he’s completely at peace along with his profession. He ought to be. He impacted two locations. That’s uncommon.
Husker season opener flashbacks
There have been some fascinating Nebraska season openers and general seasons that ended with a six:
1976: Nebraska tied LSU 6-6. That was the one time the Huskers performed in Baton Rouge.
1986: Nebraska beat Florida State 34-17 in a house opener during which 60 Huskers initially suspended by the NCAA for improper use of recreation passes have been allowed to play by a three-person NCAA subcommittee.