The Cornhuskers Got Crushed: Nebraska Falls to Indiana, 56-7
It was a rough night for the Nebraska Cornhuskers on October 19th. They got absolutely clobbered by the Indiana Hoosiers, 56-7, in a game that was over before it even started. Let's break down what went wrong for the Huskers, and what this loss means for their season.
A Complete Domination
From the opening kickoff, Indiana just had Nebraska's number. The Hoosiers were flying around on defense, making life miserable for the Husker offense. On offense, they were unstoppable, putting up points with ease. It was a complete mismatch.
Indiana's quarterback, Connor Bazelak, was on fire. He threw for four touchdowns and over 300 yards, slicing through the Nebraska defense like a hot knife through butter. The Hoosiers' running game was equally effective, with Shaun Shivers rushing for two touchdowns.
Meanwhile, Nebraska's offense looked like it had never played a game before. They couldn't move the ball, and when they did, they were constantly stopped by the Indiana defense. The Huskers' quarterback, Casey Thompson, had a rough night, throwing for only one touchdown and an interception.
What Now for Nebraska?
This loss is a big blow to Nebraska's hopes of making a bowl game. They're now 3-4 on the season, and they'll need to win at least three of their remaining five games to become bowl eligible.
The schedule doesn't get any easier from here. They face tough opponents like Wisconsin and Minnesota in the coming weeks. This team needs to regroup quickly and find a way to get back on track. If they don't, their season could go down in flames.
The Takeaway
The Indiana game was a complete disaster for Nebraska. It was a reminder that this team still has a lot of work to do if they want to be competitive. Let's hope they can turn things around, but right now, it's a tough pill to swallow.