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Big win! But, with the O-line struggling, should the Huskers change up the offensive strategy?
Husker Max Asked by Husker Max
1/31/2023

Big win! But, with the O-line struggling, should the Huskers change up the offensive strategy?

82%
Yes WINNER

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18%
No

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82%
Yes

13 Comments
Chris Martin
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Chris Martin

It's the coaches job to put the players in the best position to succeed individually and as a team. If there's something Mark Whipple can implement in the middle of the season to help the OL, and score points, he should do that.

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Brian Machan
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Brian Machan

Not a full scale strategy change, but play to our strength. Good to see some new player at RT. (Benhart might look good on paper, but his poor game playing stalls a lot of drives)

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Chris Nielsen
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Chris Nielsen

Would love to see grant, yant and logan smothers running some wildcat at some point

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Darrin Auxier
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Darrin Auxier

We have a mobile QB, we need to use that more with designed QB keepers

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Steve “S85” T
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Steve “S85” T

Not only do I think they should, quick hitters and more run plays, but I think these coaches are on top of it.

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Wade Williams
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Wade Williams

Well, as one local sports writer said, when it comes to pass blocking, the OL looks like a bunch of Matadors out there, particularly the right side of the line. Consequently, that's been getting CT killed. He won't hold up all season like that, I don't care how tough he is. We gotta protect him!

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Agron Leopold
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Agron Leopold

Thompson is getting killed. Let him move around. At least if he's getting hit while on the run it won't be flat footed with his arm in the air for a free shot.

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Al Wenburg
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Al Wenburg

Move the pocket around or line up with two running backs in the backfield. This would buy Casey Thompson the time and options he needs to get the offense rolling.

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VAHuskerFan
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VAHuskerFan

O line is the worst I think I have ever seen, some major adjustments need to be done if they wanna keep making progress, O line is definitely holding us back, to much talent to be only scoring 14 points on Rutgers and I think play calling hasn’t been very impressive. GBR!!!

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Thomas Wright
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Thomas Wright

Go back to the Osborne days ... what did Dr. Tom do ? Why he subbed in players, especially young talent all the time....which is why year after year it seemed as if our entire team had so much experience because T.O. subbed in and played new guys all the time. Give those young ones a try !!!

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Blake Howitt
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Blake Howitt

we cannot expect to continue winning without crease runs...the B1G is too tough and our line is not good enough for that. Get the ball outside on the edge and off tackle. Quit expecting to gash anyone between the guards. Ain't gonna happen with this line.

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Alexanderthegreatandterrible
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Alexanderthegreatandterrible

Only hope with the tougher defenses we will be facing is to do what Purdue does, quick pass plays and rush breaking screens, quick outs, short routes, occasional deep ball shots and maybe throw in some Smothers and the option.

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Melvyn Halfon
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Melvyn Halfon

Roll the QB out if the pocket, and run some halfback screens!

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18%
No

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bribaby
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bribaby

Phil Steele has Turner Cochran as the #13 tackle in the nation, and Bryce Benhart as the #34 tackle in the nation. THE NATION!!! It's time to exert our dominance and stop letting the QB, RB, and receivers get in the way of the offensive tackles!

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Larry Smith
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Larry Smith

I am unfortunately skeptical about anything working this year.

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Does Emmett Johnson's departure mean Nebraska needs a running back from the portal for 2026?

Does Emmett Johnson's departure mean Nebraska needs a running back from the portal for 2026?

Yes - The roster lacks proven producers.

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No - Ample talent is already on board.

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Yes - The roster lacks proven producers.

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James Key
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James Key

if a stud wants to come. Hey Em!

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No - Ample talent is already on board.

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Christopher Benson
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Christopher Benson

We have talent in the room. They will have the same learning curve that Emmett had. He was an average back at the beginning of last season and look how he blossomed. That said, if a solid back is available, take him of course

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Bill Scheef
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Bill Scheef

Nebraska is a 3rd Tier team in the BIG 10 and an after thought nationally and our expectations for recruiting should reflect that. With the powers in the BIG 10 nationally Nebraska's "good old days..." are just. Swept into the dust bin of what once was...Sorry, but...it's the truth as I see it.

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Will the Huskers beat UCLA with true freshman TJ Lateef at QB?

Will the Huskers beat UCLA with true freshman TJ Lateef at QB?

Yes - His elusiveness will be key

10

No - Tall order for a first start

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Yes - His elusiveness will be key

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Dennis Brown
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Dennis Brown

There are 10 other players on the offense.

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Robert Lloyd
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Robert Lloyd

Let Emmitt and TJ run and run and run and we'll have a victory.

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James Smith
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James Smith

Home field advantage in front of family and friends. He will relive his high school glory HUSKERS 27 ucla 24

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Mark
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Mark

Die hard husker

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Heart My Doghead
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Heart My Doghead

Mr L is from Socal, therefore highly motivated to excel...Huskers by 15

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jerry williams
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jerry williams

Adveresity often brings out the best in a team.

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AK-460Mag Nurse
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AK-460Mag Nurse

We have yet to lose two in a row this season, and I think I formation with TJ and EJ has the potential to be devastating. GBR 🤘

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Brad Bredenkamp
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Brad Bredenkamp

They won’t come out flat like they did last year. It will be a team win with a defensive or special teams score.

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James Key
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James Key

yes if EJ has plus 100 and TJ has 50 Run and 166 Pass. Then yes. All bets off if over 2 TO.

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Ron Joseph
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Ron Joseph

Time for the O to show their potential in support TJ. Once he gets comfortable with the game, he will add a dimension to the game we haven't had- dual threat QB.

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No - Tall order for a first start

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Roy Katskee
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Roy Katskee

Not enough players with the "it factor".

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VAHuskerFan
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VAHuskerFan

Unfortunately we still have a terrible O-line and now Freshman QB a Defense that can’t stop anyone, I don’t have much hope for the season ending on a positive note. Lose by 17

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