So as I write this Nebraska is an 18 point underdog to Michigan for the 11 a.m. game tomorrow.
I saw on ESPN yesterday (I think it was yesterday), that their FPI had us at a 98% chance of losing on Saturday.
From all I have seen, it appears that Adrian Martinez is going to be playing quarterback for Nebraska for the first time since #44 of Colorado decided Colorado couldn’t beat Nebraska by just playing football.
Because of the injury, I don’t think he is going to be as effective as we would hope.
Hope.
Well maybe at this point hope is all or we can hang our hat on at this point when it is likely that we start 0-3 for the first time since 1945. Do you know what was just ending in 1945?
So if things start going the wrong direction tomorrow morning I suggest hanging your hat on a couple other things: Trust and Foundation.
I believe the vast majority of Nebraska Football fans trust that Scott Frost and this coaching staff know what they are doing. They aren’t going to take shortcuts and sacrifice the long run for the short term win.
In other words, they aren’t going to be playing players who could probably give us a win here or there if they aren’t doing the right things during the week. That is the start of building a foundation. I’d rather this program be built on a foundation that is strong.
So if we start 0-3 or 1-2, trust in the fact that a foundation is being built which will pay huge dividends in the future.
Because shooting for the stars while point a gun at your foot has not worked over the past 20 years.
Husker Links
Michigan football: What we learned; what to watch vs. Nebraska
Michigan football will open Big Ten play Saturday against Nebraska at Michigan Stadium.
Rapid Reaction: Huskers make final preparations for Michigan | Football | journalstar.com
Scott Frost's Thursday session with the media was short, lasting less than five minutes after the Huskers near the end of preparations for Michigan.
Dewitt stressing the details as Huskers try to fix special teams
Jovan Dewitt said he thinks those involved in Husker special teams are taking last Saturday's results personally.
Husker hoops shows off for the cameras as anticipated 2018-19 season nears | Men's Basketball | journalstar.com
How's this for a comparison?
The Time Harbaugh 'Beat' Nebraska and Other Quirks of NU-UM | Hail Varsity
The Nebraska-Michigan series is deadlocked at 4-4-1, a count that includes some curious results.
Greg's Guys: Patience Is A Virtue for Nebraska Recruiting | Hail Varsity
The season is in full swing, which means Nebraska is in the midst of hosting plenty of prospects on official visits. That also means it is time for a fresh Greg’s Guys.
A Familiar Face Across the Net for Nebraska Setter Brooke Smith | Hail Varsity
Nebraska opens Big Ten play this weekend and Friday's match against Michigan holds a little extra significance for one Husker in particular.
Behind Enemy Lines Q&A: Nebraska - Maize n Brew
Maize n Brew asked us a few questions, so we went ahead and answered them. We were super serious too.
Non-Husker Links
North Texas’ FAKE FAIR CATCH trick play, explained by the coach - SBNation.com
UNT’s special teams coach and punt returner Keegan Brewer explain the weirdest, greatest play of 2018.
Vontae Davis, in his own words
For the first time since his abrupt in-game retirement, former Buffalo Bills cornerback Vontae Davis speaks out about the moment he changed his life. “I went to…
Valentino Dixon, who drew golf courses while imprisoned, released from jail
Valentino Dixon, a New York prison artist known for drawings of lush golf courses, was set free Wednesday after authorities agreed that another man committed the murder that put Dixon behind bars for nearly three decades.
Gem mint Larry Bird-Magic Johnson rookie card gets winning bid of $125,200
A 1980 Topps rookie card featuring Larry Bird and Magic Johnson had a winning bid of $125,200 on eBay.
“STICK TO SPORTS!” Nah.
Neil deGrasse Tyson Reminds Us Why Smoking Weed in Space Is a Bad Idea
A friendly reminder from Neil deGrasse Tyson: Smoking weed in outer space is a great way to die of stupidity.
All the sudden there are people out there smoking a bowl who are like, "Well he has a point! I would never smoke weed if I was an astronaut now after hearing it from him! Because I mean he IS Neil deGrasse Tyson"
Texas grandma kills 12-foot gator, says she's finally avenged her miniature horse | Animals | Dallas News
Even though a gator "felled" her 5 year old grandson years before that, it was the miniature horse which justice was sought.
Weirdest Driverless Vehicle: This Is The Weirdest Driverless Vehicle You’ve Ever Seen
It looks scary and weird, and is designed to come knocking at your door.French carmaker Renault SA unveiled on Wednesday the EZ-Pro, an autonomous vehicle of the future that will deliver food to your place late at night or parcels to your office during the day.
Best Thing I Saw On The Internet This Week X 2
this life hack rules pic.twitter.com/OE0NDfpoMB
— an actual dog (@devtesla) September 16, 2018
Ryan Reynolds describes his favorite thing about working with Michael Bay...
.#6Underground @netflix pic.twitter.com/jPvk3PhQpf
— Ryan Reynolds (@VancityReynolds) September 19, 2018
“You’re never completely useless...you could always serve as a bad example”
Have a good weekend!