Nebraska football is riding high, rocking a 4-0 record for the first time since 2016! This isn’t just a streak, it’s a statement, and as October kicks off, it’s time to chug some serious mid-season Kool-Aid. A big W is coming to Memorial Stadium this week, and you gotta know why.
The New Reality: The Calls Are Finally Falling Our Way
This might sound wild, but it’s HUGE. For the past decade or more, every single up-in-the-air call or freak play, it all went against us. Not anymore!
Last week against Michigan State, it was like the universe flipped. The calls went our way, and the plays bounced right. Two fumbles? We jumped on one, the other went out of bounds. Plays under review? Every single one went Nebraska’s way. Momentum killers? Spartan penalties kept us in it, and we capitalized. This isn’t just luck; it’s a new vibe, a winning vibe.
Colandrea’s Magic and Gilmer’s Hands Are Unstoppable
Anthony Colandrea, man, this dude is the real deal. He was the Mountain West Offensive Player of the Year in 2025, and he’s showing why every single game. Last week, when the offense sputtered, Colandrea made magic happen with his legs AND his arm. His scrambling ability and that pinpoint accuracy, especially in those tight windows? Unbelievable. When your quarterback plays to win, the odds are always in your favor.
And who’s his go-to guy? Kwazi Gilmer. It’s obvious. Gilmer made some ridiculous catches against the Spartans, stepping up huge when we needed him most. Expect that connection to keep firing on Saturday. Jacory Barney Jr and Quinn Clark are there too, but Gilmer is the hot hand right now, period.
This Defense Is Just Different, And The Run Game’s Ready To Explode
The Husker defense was absolutely smothering against Michigan State. Six sacks, three turnovers forced, they were just relentless. Four games in, this unit is ranked FIRST in the Big Ten and an insane FIFTH in the nation in total defense, giving up only about 233 yards per game.
They’re facing a Maryland offense that puts up 431 yards per game and is 7th in the Big Ten, so the Terrapins’ passing game is sure to test them. But these Blackshirts? They get better every single game, and they’re going to shut Maryland down.
And don’t sleep on the rush game. Last week wasn’t their best, and Jamal Rule was banged up, but I’m telling you, this week against Maryland’s rush defense? The matchup is sweet. It’s going to be a different story.
This team is 4-0, fired up, and ready to keep this momentum rolling. With the calls finally going their way, Colandrea slinging it to Gilmer, a suffocating defense, and a run game poised to break out, Saturday against Maryland isn’t just another game. It’s a chance to cement this early season dominance and prove this 4-0 start is exactly who these Huskers are. Let’s get that W!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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