What will Nebraska's run-pass balance be like in the opener against Northwestern?

Asked by Husker Max

8/26/2022

What will Nebraska's run-pass balance be like in the opener against Northwestern?

49%

More runs than passes.

51%

More passes than runs. WINNER

49%

More runs than passes.

6 Comments

Wade Williams

First game is always vanilla on offense. They will try to establish the run with basic run formations.

Robert Lloyd

Slightly more runs than passes... if we are smart. Or it's going to be a long year.

Nat Warren

Oline should dominate a transfer portal depleted Northwestern front and get the practice running the ball that is needed to win in the BIG.

Man who stares at Q-functions

They will play to win. The way to win is to grind Northwestern down.

Dalynn Parks

I feel we should get a somewhat comfortable lead and start grinding out 1st downs via the run game. But if Oline under-performs and forgets to show up? All bets are off.

Mick Hanson

Show off our running back talent, as they won't stop us by the end of the game.

51%

More passes than runs.

6 Comments

Ryan Moss

You typically pass a lot more when you’re playing from behind.

Doug Einsel

It will likely be balanced, but slightly more runs. Whipple likes running.

Jory Knowlton

Whips will probably stick to a 54/46 ratio. I know they will be seeking as much balance as possible. An early lead would help balance things back to near 50/50. Early on as they go on attack, I think it may start out close to 60/40.

Brad Meister

because the coaches are idiots...run the damn ball

Randy Weitzenkamp

It'll be pretty close to a 50/50 split, but I'll give the slight edge to the run game. From what I've read our run blocking is better than our pass blocking right now. Much like the TO days I can envision a run heavy 1st & 2nd down to avoid 3rd and longs.

Jim Firnhaber

There will be swing passes and screens that will act as substitutes for runs, loosen up the D and spread the defense.

What's your reaction to the Huskers' switch to rugby-style punting?

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340 Votes

What's your reaction to the Huskers' switch to rugby-style punting?

76%

Thumbs up Thumbs up

24%

Thumbs down Thumbs down

76%

Thumbs up

3 Comments

Steve Rentzell

If something is broken, what does it hurt to try something different. Insanity- Doing the same thing and expecting a different result.

Danny Purcell

taking full advantage of college rules

Ron Graf

I like this style of punting. With the roll-out, it keeps the defense honest by keeping them in position in case of runs/throws by the punter.

24%

Thumbs down

1 Comment

Mike O

Anything less than a drop kick just isn't trying. Additionally, NU had a punter who averaged 44 yards a kick and he had to transfer for a player to be named later. Maybe get the rugby guy in and set in place before upending what would have been a solid punting game.

Will you be in Memorial Stadium for the "Husker Games" on April 26?

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410 Votes

Will you be in Memorial Stadium for the "Husker Games" on April 26?

13%

Yes: Must support the team. Yes: Must support the team.

87%

No: It's a poor Spring Game substitute. No: It's a poor Spring Game substitute.

13%

Yes: Must support the team.

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87%

No: It's a poor Spring Game substitute.

9 Comments

Nate Stineman

Too much hassle (200 miles away) for an unknown event.

Tom Cullinan

The event is a non-starter compared to the structure of actual plays and the support of young men working to find their place on the team.

Richard Johnson

No interest in 7-on-7.

Dan Larsen

Live in Dayton, Ohio! 800 miles one-way.... but I am a season ticket holder. See you during the season.

Ryan Goecke

If I want to see a carnival or a faire I'll go see one. This change shows fear of being a competitor on the part of Rhule and NU Athletics. It's embarrassing.

Dave Kapke

I live in Colorado

Kent Haynes

I can see both sides. But it is losing a tradition.

Bruce Craig

Losing the best recruiting tool of the spring and losing the money it would bring in is not smart in my opinion.

Robert Lloyd

It's not a game. This was our tradition. Not a good decision on Rhule's part.

Husker Max

What will Nebraska's run-pass balance be like in the opener against Northwestern?

49% More runs than passes.

51% More passes than runs. WINNER

49% More runs than passes.

51% More passes than runs.

What's your reaction to the Huskers' switch to rugby-style punting?

76% Thumbs up Thumbs up

24% Thumbs down Thumbs down

76% Thumbs up

24% Thumbs down

Will you be in Memorial Stadium for the "Husker Games" on April 26?

13% Yes: Must support the team. Yes: Must support the team.

87% No: It's a poor Spring Game substitute. No: It's a poor Spring Game substitute.

13% Yes: Must support the team.

87% No: It's a poor Spring Game substitute.

49%

More runs than passes.

51%

More passes than runs. WINNER

49%

More runs than passes.

51%

More passes than runs.

76%

Thumbs up Thumbs up

24%

Thumbs down Thumbs down

76%

Thumbs up

24%

Thumbs down

13%

Yes: Must support the team. Yes: Must support the team.

87%

No: It's a poor Spring Game substitute. No: It's a poor Spring Game substitute.

13%

Yes: Must support the team.

87%

No: It's a poor Spring Game substitute.