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Do you still have faith in Scott Frost after the Michigan loss?
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Do you still have faith in Scott Frost after the Michigan loss?
Who's the better choice at QB for Nebraska against Louisiana Tech, Heinrich Haarberg or Jeff Sims?
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Who's the better choice at QB for Nebraska against Louisiana Tech, Heinrich Haarberg or Jeff Sims?
What's your prediction for Nebraska at Colorado? (Enter your score prediction in the comments.)
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What's your prediction for Nebraska at Colorado? (Enter your score prediction in the comments.)
What is your opinion of the Huskers' alternate uniforms commemorating Memorial Stadium's centennial?
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What is your opinion of the Huskers' alternate uniforms commemorating Memorial Stadium's centennial?
Will the Huskers qualify for a bowl this season?
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Will the Huskers qualify for a bowl this season?
After watching the spring game, who do you predict will start at QB in Nebraska's season opener?
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After watching the spring game, who do you predict will start at QB in Nebraska's season opener?
Who will have more wins in his first season at his new school, Deion Sanders or Matt Rhule?
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Who will have more wins in his first season at his new school, Deion Sanders or Matt Rhule?
Which is a more likely win for the Huskers in 2023?
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Which is a more likely win for the Huskers in 2023?
In your opinion, was National Signing Day a success for Nebraska football?
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In your opinion, was National Signing Day a success for Nebraska football?
Are you concerned about the players that have decommited or are in the portal?
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Are you concerned about the players that have decommited or are in the portal?
Tony White turned Syracuse's defense around. Will he be able to do the same at Nebraska?
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Tony White turned Syracuse's defense around. Will he be able to do the same at Nebraska?
It seems Matt Rhule is keeping Donovan Raiola as Nebraska's offensive line coach. Good move or bad?
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It seems Matt Rhule is keeping Donovan Raiola as Nebraska's offensive line coach. Good move or bad?
Rhule is here! Are there any incoming assistants that you're especially excited about? If so who?
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Rhule is here! Are there any incoming assistants that you're especially excited about? If so who?
How do you rate Nebraska’s hiring of Matt Rhule as head football coach?
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How do you rate Nebraska’s hiring of Matt Rhule as head football coach?
Do you think Deion Sanders (Coach Prime) is good candidate for head coach of Nebraska football?
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Do you think Deion Sanders (Coach Prime) is good candidate for head coach of Nebraska football?
Do you still have faith in Scott Frost after the Michigan loss?
Husker Max Asked by Husker Max
9/26/2018

Do you still have faith in Scott Frost after the Michigan loss?

81%
Yes WINNER

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19%
No

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81%
Yes

44 Comments
Rich Leffler
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Rich Leffler

Out took over 15 years to dismantle what was a dominant Nebraska football program and its going to take more than a year to get back to what they were.

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Joe Dreyer
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Joe Dreyer

He's proven and a winner. Give them a couple years

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Chin Sin Chong
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Chin Sin Chong

His track records tell something

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Kim Keister
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Kim Keister

For the first time since Solich was let go, I feel we have the right guy. Yes, it's been painful, but Big Red will be back. Who else would you rather have as HC?

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Darin Allen
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Darin Allen

He is EXACTLY what this program needs. It will certainly take time. ITS BEEN 3 GAMES! It was miraculous how he turned UCF around over the course of 2 YEARS. Let the man get his bearings.

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DuWayne Furman
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DuWayne Furman

Almost everything worthwhile and difficult takes both effort and time, but when it arrives there is nothing like it!

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David Sutter
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David Sutter

THE 80 PERCENT VOTING FOR SCOTT FROST ARE HUSKERS, THE OTHERS ARE FROM IOWA

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Bob Gerten
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Bob Gerten

Only fair weather fans would abandon ship after 3 games ---- 3 seasons, maybe but I'm thinking it will take some time to get things done RIGHT! GBR

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Alex Perry
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Alex Perry

Easy to trust him because this is his first year and many coaches in their first year with a new program did not have amazing success. Issues but they will be resolved in the future.

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Michael Rolo
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Michael Rolo

Seriously? The man and his staff are proven winners and they have barely begun the FIRST season.

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Linda Ogren
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Linda Ogren

Folks it is three games, it will take e years,because from weight lifting New scream, New recruits for system, New lineman

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Donald Gruenemeyer
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Donald Gruenemeyer

The question is begging for controversy. Why would one ask the question when there has only been 3 games played? We have a team with lots of freshmen...looks like a high school team against michigan

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Bill Galvin
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Bill Galvin

Scott's the right guy for this, it's going to take time, but improvement will come in chunks when he begins to turn it around. He lost to Mich 56-14 his first year at UCF. in for the long haul.

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Bill Logan
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Bill Logan

I believe he is the right guy for the job, but after the performance against Michigan, a sliver of doubt has entered my mind..

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Cliff Miller
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Cliff Miller

Takes time, Frost is a winner. Take a look at his back ground !!!!!!!

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Matt Phillips
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Matt Phillips

I believe in the journey

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Matt Beha
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Matt Beha

The cupboard was bare in several ways when Scott arrived: 1) a few very talented players, but a lot more not AND, more importantly, a whole team that has been demoralized by years of mediocre coaching

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Ron Wozny
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Ron Wozny

People who are doubting the direction don't understand that Frost is undoing 20 years of dysfunction and bad habits. You can't overhaul the personnel like in the corporate world. Give it time people.

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jerry williams
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jerry williams

In for the long haul.

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Brad b
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Brad b

Frost inherited a mess and had a heapin' helping of bad luck to start this season. doesn't excuse the special teams but that will get better, as will everything else.

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Arlie Rauch
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Arlie Rauch

This is not a fantasy world of snapping a finger to get a result--it's a long and strenuous process. The record so far, though undesirable, is not a huge surprise. The process has just begun.

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Randy Wolfgram
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Randy Wolfgram

I think he's the right guy, just needs time so stay the course and let him and his staff get things turned around

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Dawn Ashment Atkinson
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Dawn Ashment Atkinson

It's three games. What I see are guys still playing and working regardless of what the scoreboard says. That speaks volumes!

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ron trecker
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ron trecker

Frost's hands are tied. You can bet he and his staff will redouble efforts to recruit BIG calibre players.

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Jim Houser
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Jim Houser

We all knew this wasn't going to be a quick turn around. Scott's plan is supported by past players. They know a lot more about it than anyone else. Now more than ever - we need to support them.

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Phil Wojtalewicz
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Phil Wojtalewicz

ABSOLUTELY!!! This is the most insane question to be asking at this juncture. GBR!!!

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matt fedor
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matt fedor

Y'all need to stop changing the phrasing of the poll on the main links page and this one. Keep it consistent. Go Scott Frost, Go Big Red

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Sue Burchett-Oliver
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Sue Burchett-Oliver

Going to take time. He’s perfect for such a time as this. Our trust muscles are being tested. The greatest blessings comes after a time of waiting. Frost and the rest know this & know time is key!

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Dwain Van Houten
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Dwain Van Houten

Coach Frost will eventually “program out” of the players minds Mr. Nice Guy Riley’s destructive methods! It’s been 9 months. And, Mr Nice Guy Riley smiles each month he receives his check from NU.

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Glen Schrieber
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Glen Schrieber

More than ever! Because more than ever we're seeing what we need...and what we need he and his staff (and our fan base) will bring.

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James Key
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James Key

Absolutely. The schedule and bad luck to start off was not kind. But absolutely I would stick with him!! I'll be watching again no matter what!!! GBR

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Bob Phillips
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Bob Phillips

It takes a while to turn the ship around. Scott will need a few years to return to glory. Sure it's tough to watch us being beat so badly, but Scott's the right guy for the job. GBR!

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Gale Allen Plowman
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Gale Allen Plowman

i am 78 and have watched nebraska for 57 years Scott inherited a mess and will take time to clean up he will be successful.

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Craig Embree
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Craig Embree

He lost a lot of players from the Riley era and he had a short recruiting period. He's building the right way and he's at least another year away from seeing results of his work.

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Gordon Graham
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Gordon Graham

The football program has been sliding since Osborne retired. Finally, we have the right staff in place to rebuild it. The fan's need to take off their bibs and put on some work aprons and help.

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David Cassiday
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David Cassiday

Our players have played so many different schemes over the last few years and been coached by so many different people, it's no wonder they are confused. With time, trust will come.

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Bill Laughlin
Bill Laughlin

My faith in Coach Frost is unshaken, but I don't understand why players aren't BENCHED after committing flagrant personal fouls! Also, let's try someone other than Lindsey at punt returns !!

Robert Lloyd
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Robert Lloyd

He needs time. Culture is more important initially than wins. Long term is what we are looking for and Scott is just the man for the job.

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Ruthie Patterson
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Ruthie Patterson

He Needs Time We Need To Give Him That GBR

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Joel Hug
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Joel Hug

This is just showing us how far we have fallen and how much of the foundation needs to be rebuilt.

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Bret Czaplewski
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Bret Czaplewski

Our O Line was exposed and didn't give our O a chance. Our D line didn't apply enough pressure. Bigger better team than us but we will grow..

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No

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Dave Levesque
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Dave Levesque

The team is even worse than last year. Maybe the worst team in the last forty years?

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Ron Wozny
Ron Wozny

Even if that was true (it's not), this isn't Frost's mess. He is, however, cleaning it up. It's not an overnight process, and everyone knows that. But some fans want an instant fix. Not happening.

Carl B. Johnston III
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Carl B. Johnston III

We are only at the very beginning of a long process that will bring the Big Red back to dominance.

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Phil Wojtalewicz
Phil Wojtalewicz

Your comment on the wrong side perhaps?

Who's the better choice at QB for Nebraska against Louisiana Tech, Heinrich Haarberg or Jeff Sims?
Husker Max Asked by Husker Max
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Who's the better choice at QB for Nebraska against Louisiana Tech, Heinrich Haarberg or Jeff Sims?

Haarberg

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Sims

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Haarberg

25 Comments
Michael Hoffart
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Michael Hoffart

He needs to start this week for sure. Make it a true competition going into Michigan and set ourselves up to win the most of our BIG10 schedule as possible.

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Tim N
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Tim N

Pretty Obvious. Great defense. He's physically crushing people. He's accurate. Takes care of the ball. Motivates team. Everyone is locked into him. I could keep going....

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Mike Hulinsky
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Mike Hulinsky

Proven to take better care of football

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Bill Lyons
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Bill Lyons

i have eyes and am a sentient being

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James Stiver
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James Stiver

Seemed to have managed the last game with confidence and should get better as time goes on!

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Curtis Graeve
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Curtis Graeve

Simple. He doesn't turn it over!

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Curtis Graeve
Curtis Graeve

Just a side note. Sims is a great athlete. Teach him the finer points of being a WR and let him run with them! Big Bodied receivers are always great for a QB.

Doug Einsel
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Doug Einsel

He shows better decision making. Bigger in size. Driven to perform. Less turnovers and he has a longer future at NU.

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DrHusker66
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DrHusker66

He needs more time playing this position in game situations. I do think both should play get the rust off of Sims and give him confidence going into Michigan.

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John Samson
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John Samson

High ankle sprain versus LA Tech. If Sims is going to be Rhule's guy, he needs to be healthy for Big 10 play. Let Haarberg get the experience while Sims heals.

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Robert Lloyd
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Robert Lloyd

I love both QBs but must vote for Heinrich as he played lights out and with the so needed clean play protecting the ball. I do believe we can win also with Jeff and our players would have to just follow him looking for the ball coming loose. We can do that too. It's a team.

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Ron Staebell
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Ron Staebell

Backup QB is always the most popular player on the team, but in this case it makes sense. He's performed, Sims hasn't

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Seth Hyberger
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Seth Hyberger

Haarberg is not turnover prone.

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David Noe
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David Noe

Great applebee doesn't turn the ball over

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Terry Darnall
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Terry Darnall

He has a quarterback, mentality, poised, and decisive!

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Power Glide
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Power Glide

Harberg reminds me so much of Brooke Berringer. A journeyman QB

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regan zeller
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regan zeller

not turning to ball over is VERY important. Although HH had a couple passes that were probably ill advised we were able to come out on top.

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John Whiteley
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John Whiteley

Haarberg has the hot hand now, but won't last long if he continues to take unnecessary hits when running. They'll need both QBs throughout the season.

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John Fitzgerald
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John Fitzgerald

We need steadiness more than talent. Inconsistent play & turnovers at QB have cost us countless games 8 years+,

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Thomas Duncan
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Thomas Duncan

I would move Sims to receiver, use his skills there. Haarberg looks to be a good fit at QB and will get better with more reps.

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Richard Hein
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Richard Hein

He didn't turnover the ball

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Omar Barnes
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Omar Barnes

He is a better game manager which is what we need right now.

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Linda Ogren
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Linda Ogren

NEEDS to play better taking care football, faster, reads receivers, just what QB should be. Ron

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Chad Alexander
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Chad Alexander

SIMS IS FREAKING HORRIBLE!!

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What's your prediction for Nebraska at Colorado? (Enter your score prediction in the comments.)
Husker Max Asked by Husker Max
9/8/2023

What's your prediction for Nebraska at Colorado? (Enter your score prediction in the comments.)

44%
Huskers will win

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Buffs will win WINNER

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44%
Huskers will win

12 Comments
Bob Flanagan
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Bob Flanagan

TCU's defense sucks ... NU HAS a physical and fast defense .... that'll be the difference in this game ... we'll pound the rock on them and Sims will throw more short and quick passes so I say 27-23 NU

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Paul Nielsen
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Paul Nielsen

College ball still emotional. Colorado coming off big win over a questionable defense, NU coming off winnable loss against good defense and a better offense than is being talked about. GBR

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James Stiver
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James Stiver

If we play good defense and run the football with controlling the clock we should come out with a victory!

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Michael Hoffart
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Michael Hoffart

I would like to believe that our D can come up big and keep their playmakers from gashing us. If we can get pressure on their QB I think we stand a good chance. Our run game should be able to churn clock and keep the ball out of their hands.

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Doug Einsel
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Doug Einsel

There was no D in the CU-TCU game. I see our D standing up. Only question will turnovers/penalties get us again. GBR

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Bud Chapin
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Bud Chapin

Game 2 and Colorado will be very cocky beating a very overrated TCU. Our defense in all essence is much stronger than TCU.

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Bud Chapin
Bud Chapin

38-24 Huskers

Mike Conyers
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Mike Conyers

Huskers learn from 1st game and execute fundamentals better. Will up the run game against a porous D line and burn clock.

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Robert Lloyd
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Robert Lloyd

Someday we are bound to get lucky.

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Bob Flanagan
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Bob Flanagan

TCU's defense sucks ... NU HAS a physical and fast defense .... that'll be the difference in this game ... we'll pound the rock on them and Sims will throw more short and quick passes so I say 27-23 NU

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56%
Buffs will win

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David Cole
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David Cole

We're doomed until we can get a handle on our turnovers

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Corey
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Corey

Because the team room doesn't have any talent.

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Corey
Corey

Or any rooms for that matter.

Corey
Corey

When did room replace the letter s? RBs, TEs, QBs. RB room. TE room. QB room. OL room. Kicking room.....room room.

Corey
Corey

Coaching room changes but the game results room never changes. That means that the team room is the problem. No talent. Until the talent room changes the results room is always going to be the same......room.

Corey
Corey

In all fairness, Deion's room won't be at Colorado if they hit in the 9 win room this year. So there's that....room.

VAHuskerFan
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VAHuskerFan

Buffs by 4TDs, after watching the Minnesota game and lack of offense and our Quarterback play, I don’t see a bowl game in our near future.

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Rob Robertson
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Rob Robertson

I believe Colorado has to much speed and an edge in QB play

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Thomas Wright
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Thomas Wright

I think I threw up my kool-aid, sorry.

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Patrick O'Brien
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Patrick O'Brien

Our offense just isn't ready yet. The defense might keep it from being a blowout. 31 - 17 Buffs...

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Todd Marshall Eckert
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Todd Marshall Eckert

Their offense vs. our defense is going to score more points than our offense vs. their defense.

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Paul Nielsen
Paul Nielsen

Not sure about that so I say using that logic it’s a tossup, though who would have thought Prime’s approach would work so quickly. Very interesting experiment.

Garrick Baxter
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Garrick Baxter

We are thin everywhere and nearly one-dimensional on offense. Hartzog got beat badly on Minnesota's 4th down TD. Speed kills. CU wins, just because we're Nebraska.

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lane liley
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lane liley

Huskers look like the same anemic self. Not sure how we overcome the 20+ years of dilution. Buffs will trounce us.

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Terry Darnall
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Terry Darnall

If Sims is Quarterback NU will lose! If Ruhle doesnt make changes we will not win 6 games and we will not go to bowl game!

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Jim Moore
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Jim Moore

Colorado has more talent at skill positions especially on offense.

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Alexanderthegreatandterrible
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Alexanderthegreatandterrible

First game we showed we still snatch defeat from the jaws of victory and so I do not expect anything different until they prove different, Buffs by 14

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Chris Rierson
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Chris Rierson

Nothing I saw from the Huskers show that they can beat what the Buffs had on the field

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Jim Firnhaber
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Jim Firnhaber

Buffs skill players and NU propensity for turnovers: 35-31 CU (Hope I'm wrong)

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Harold Grimes
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Harold Grimes

I watched Colorado / TCU. Colorado has way too much talent, and speed. QB and receivers are out of this world. Colorado Defense is suspect which leads to Nebraska's only hope. Colorado by 30.

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Jason Opp
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Jason Opp

Buffs have two many playmakers with speed. NU offense lacks consistency and turnover prone

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Jon Petersen
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Jon Petersen

Even if the defense plays a good game and keeps the score close, the offense will blow it somehow. CU 34, NU 16

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Corey
Corey

Yes the offense room has major issues. The defense room won't hold up in the high altitude even though they are in much better shape compared to last year's room.

Corey
Corey

The Duke room is hanging tough with the Clemson room right now.

Anthony Carr
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Anthony Carr

The Husker offense is currently a hot mess. They will not be able to outscore the Buffs.

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Corey
Corey
Corey

Because we have no tight end room. Or no room room for that matter. Why can't they just leave the room off and call it tight ends? Does each position group actually have a room?

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