1. What I wanted to see in this game was accomplished. Nebraska took on an inferior but somewhat talented opponent, wore them down, and dominated the second half after a largely forgettable first half. Second-half dominance is what wins football games in the B1G, and although Ohio is not a conference-level opponent, we can only play against the schedule we're given. Ohio is certainly a big upgrade from Akron or Houston Christian.
2. Against Ohio, Colandrea was not reckless with the balI. We've been led to believe he's a "gunslinger" who throws dangerous passes, but I thought he looked mature and controlled. I loved the play where he patiently waited for Mekhi Nelson to get open, got him the ball, and Mekhi powered through multiple defenders for the score.
3. Penalties in the first half were far too common, although the one that resulted in a called-back touchdown was highly questionable. Most of the others were obvious mental errors that are common in a first game. Nine total flags will negate whatever chances we might have against ranked B1G teams. Nebraska made plenty of mistakes, but so did the officials. The "catch" on Ohio's two-point conversion was quite shaky.
4. Did you all notice a number of high snaps? It didn't seem like the ball was getting to Colandrea smoothly. On one or two, I had flashbacks to the Cam Jurgens days. No net damage.
5. Overall, I think it was a good start and about what I expected. I thought this game would be close for a half and that Nebraska's superior depth and talent would make it a rout in the second half. Still much improvement needed, but a good starting point.
Here's hoping my first game in person next week since Frost's last game (the Georgia Southern debacle) will make for an enjoyable day in Lincoln! GBR
2. Against Ohio, Colandrea was not reckless with the balI. We've been led to believe he's a "gunslinger" who throws dangerous passes, but I thought he looked mature and controlled. I loved the play where he patiently waited for Mekhi Nelson to get open, got him the ball, and Mekhi powered through multiple defenders for the score.
3. Penalties in the first half were far too common, although the one that resulted in a called-back touchdown was highly questionable. Most of the others were obvious mental errors that are common in a first game. Nine total flags will negate whatever chances we might have against ranked B1G teams. Nebraska made plenty of mistakes, but so did the officials. The "catch" on Ohio's two-point conversion was quite shaky.
4. Did you all notice a number of high snaps? It didn't seem like the ball was getting to Colandrea smoothly. On one or two, I had flashbacks to the Cam Jurgens days. No net damage.
5. Overall, I think it was a good start and about what I expected. I thought this game would be close for a half and that Nebraska's superior depth and talent would make it a rout in the second half. Still much improvement needed, but a good starting point.
Here's hoping my first game in person next week since Frost's last game (the Georgia Southern debacle) will make for an enjoyable day in Lincoln! GBR
She reminds me of my own little girl. Enjoy these moments--they sure fly by. My granddaughter is 20 now and a junior at KU.
