The historic rivalry between Colorado and Nebraska will take center stage once again this evening, reigniting one of college football’s oldest matchups. With a history dating back to 1898, these two programs have faced each other 72 times, and although Nebraska holds a commanding lead in the series (49-21-2), Colorado has won the last three contests. Last year, the Buffaloes defeated the Cornhuskers 36-14 in Boulder, a game in which quarterback Shedeur Sanders threw for 393 yards and two touchdowns.
As the teams prepare to meet for the second straight season, anticipation is high. Colorado head coach Deion Sanders has a chance to build on last season’s win, while Nebraska looks for redemption under head coach Matt Rhule. For the Buffaloes to extend their winning streak and come out on top, three key strategies must be emphasized.
1. Disrupt Dylan Raiola
Nebraska’s freshman quarterback Dylan Raiola impressed in his collegiate debut last week, completing 67% of his passes for 238 yards and two touchdowns. Raiola, the Cornhuskers’ highly-touted recruit, showcased his arm strength and accuracy, but Saturday’s game against Colorado will be his first major test.