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We can't stop hearing about it, we can't stop talking about it.
Ugh.
Let's move on, shall we?
We have a pretty decent Minnesota squad coming to town this weekend, and it's a game that Nebraska needs to win.
Last year's Minnesota game was an exercise in frustration as a fan. Minnesota ran the same pass play on third down often enough that you didn't have to guess at what was coming. Drag a tight end under and receiver on the same route ten yards deeper, roll the quarterback in that direction and the Gophers picked their open target every time. It was maddening.
There's no big secret about what they'll be doing this year. David Cobb off tackle, David Cobb up the middle, play-action to Maxx Williams. Keep the chains moving and keep the offense on the field.
There are times at which Nebraska's offense and defense don't compliment each other very well. The offense goes into a mode where they're going three and out, and the defense gets worn down. Minnesota should see a heavy dose of run from Tim Beck, given that the offensive line might be bothered to open some holes for Imani Cross and Terrell Newby. Tommy Armstrong needs to have some good things happen in this game or you have to wonder about how he's going to do long term.
I live in Minnesota. I caught a fair amount of flak last season. It was deserved, their first win against Nebraska since 1960. The Gopher fans in my life (they do exist) are already gearing up this year, smelling blood. They have nothing to lose - Minnesota fans don't expect a whole lot out of their football team, but if they could beat Nebraska in Lincoln...
Lose this one and all hell will break loose. I suppose some might find joy in that if they want Pelini fired. I find no joy in Nebraska losing football games, no matter what the circumstance.
Nebraska Roadtrip Tips - The Friendly Folks Of Corn Nation Share Their Thoughts - The Daily Gopher
Our blogger brethren at Corn Nation answers some questions about how best to enjoy a road trip to Lincoln.
READ THIS and help them out with suggestions over at The Daily Gopher. Please!
How to be a college football coach who doesn't get fired for a while - SBNation.com
Being a college football coach is a good job, except for how hard it is to not get fired. Here are three rules to follow and some other good advice. By FauxPelini
Braxton Miller still planning to return in 2015, per report - Land-Grant Holy Land
Ohio State senior quarterback Braxton Miller is planning on playing his final collegiate season at Ohio State next season.
2014: Post Week Twelve Bowl Projections - Off Tackle Empire
Northwestern. Let's talk Northwestern. Nebraska vs Missouri in the Outback Bowl
Video: Tecmo Bowl Version of Melvin Gordon’s NCAA record rushing day " Big Ten Network
A Wisconsin football fan created a Tecmo Bowl version of Melvin Gordon's 408-yard record-setting day. See here!
We won't stop hearing about this game for... ever?
The 2014 B1G Power Poll Week 12: Food Network Edition - Off Tackle Empire
Of course you're popular, but that has no direct correlation with how good you are. I guess there's a chance that you are actually something of a savant, but that seems like we're being generous. I think the fact that you keep getting prime time slots is a testament to your brand, because when you're there, you look anything but interesting. It's probably because... /Wisconsin scored again
Hey, the good news is that we get to play Wisconsin every year for the rest of our lives.
Big Ten Coaches Power Rankings: Week 13 - Maize n Brew
Voted on by SBNation writers, these power rankings answer an age old question once and for this week only: Who is the best coach in the Big Ten? Our Dear Andy is featured quite a bit over here.
2014-15 NCAA Basketball Preview: The Big Ten "
I have no idea if Nebraska is actually the second-best team in the Big Ten, because nobody has any idea what the second-best team in the Big Ten is. Six teams — Nebraska, Ohio State, Michigan State, Michigan, Iowa, and Minnesota — are expected to finish second through seventh in the league, but how that shakes out is anybody’s guess.
Minnesota Football: The Goldy Ratio - Ohio State - The Daily Gopher
A higher level mathematical and inferential review of certain topics that arose from snowy battle between Minnesota and Ohio State.
Northwestern at Purdue: A Preview - Hammer and Rails
Purdue faces a struggling, but dangerous Northwestern team on Senior Day.
Ohio State football: Breaking down the wide receiver slip screen - Land-Grant Holy Land
The slip screen to Evan Spencer was a game changing play vs. Minnesota. We break it down.
What has to happen for Ohio State to make the College Football Playoff? - Land-Grant Holy Land
The Buckeyes may have moved up a little bit in the rankings yesterday, but they likely still need a little help to make the playoff. We handicap the possibilities.
Know Your Foes, Game 11: Illinois Fighting Illlini and Spelling "lllini" Correctly in Sans-Serif Font - Black Shoe Diaries
This is bullcrap.
IOWA VS WISCONSIN PREVIEW: ARMAGORDON NOW - Black Heart Gold Pants
In which we preview Iowa's showdown with Wisconsin on Saturday.
Big Ten West Division Title Breakdown: Wisconsin Is The Favorite, Minnesota Has GIFs, Iowa Is Alive, Nebraska Let Wisconsin Score Again - The Daily Gopher
How can Minnesota run to a Big Ten West title? What are the odds they end up in Indy? And just how badly did Nebraska screw themselves by losing to Wisconsin?
With two weeks remaining in the season, Ohio State has about a 73% chance of winning the Big Ten, with Wisconsin the only other realistic contender at 26%.
Nebraska's chances are 2%. Wisconsin has to lose to Iowa. Well, weirder things have happened, but I still don't think I can bring myself to root for Iowa in this one. We had our shot, we blew it.
Abdullah Named Semifinalist for Doak Walker Award - Huskers.com - Nebraska Athletics Official Web Site
Nebraska senior I-back Ameer Abdullah has been named one of 10 semifinalists for the 2014 Doak Walker Award. The award is given annually to the nation's top running back.
Minnesota Gophers RB David Cobb snubbed by Doak Walker? - ESPN
The Doak Walker Award, given annually to the nation's top running back, announced its 10 semifinalists today. Where's Minnesota's David Cobb?
Huskers Sweep Indiana for Seventh Straight Win - Huskers.com - Nebraska Athletics Official Web Site
The No. 11 Nebraska volleyball team took care of business in a 25-11, 25-20, 26-24 sweep at Indiana Wednesday night.
Nebraska volleyball is currently #4 in the conference with a 12-4 record, just behind Illinois at 13-3, Penn State at 14-2, and Wisconsin at 15-1.
2014 Seniors Continue Strong Graduation Rate - Huskers.com - Nebraska Athletics Official Web Site
Schools that graduate every senior before they play their final bowl game would be headline news most anywhere else. Not at Nebraska, where seventh-year head coach Bo Pelini has made a college diploma the holy grail of the entire academic/athletic/life-enriching college experience.
Nebraska’s 2014 senior class is reflective of the academic commitment of Pelini’s previous senior classes. Among Pelini’s first six senior classes, 122 of the 132 players have earned their degrees. That number is expected to improve to 136 of 146 following the 2014-15 school year.