Charlie McBride on How Nebraska Can Beat Indiana
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- Charlie McBride, former Nebraska defensive coordinator and three-time national champion, emphasizes that Nebraska's defense is key to beating Indiana, focusing on tackling, stopping the run, and containing quarterback Josh Hoover.
- McBride highlights the importance of maintaining containment to keep Hoover in the pocket and prevent explosive plays, stressing that one missed tackle could be decisive.
- Nebraska must apply controlled pressure on Indiana's quarterback without losing defensive discipline to disrupt Indiana’s offensive rhythm.
- Offensively, Nebraska needs to balance a strong run game led by Anthony Colandrea with patience and ball control to sustain long drives and support the defense.
- Consistency across all four quarters and a strategic coaching battle between Matt Rhule and Curt Cignetti will be crucial, with Nebraska aiming to prove it belongs among the Big Ten's top teams.
