How Every Nebraska Defender vs. Maryland Graded Out on PFF

Key Points:

• Nebraska's defense significantly improved after halftime, limiting Maryland to just 95 yards and zero points in the second half, while forcing three turnovers to secure a 25-point win and a 5-0 start for the first time since 2016.
• The defensive line generated nine of the team's 14 pressures, helping contain Maryland quarterback Malik Washington, who was held to 16 rushing yards despite early success.
• Linebacker Owen Chambliss led the team in tackles and remains the most trusted linebacker, while Vincent Shavers recorded the team's only sack and forced a fumble, marking his best game of the season.
• Defensive back Dwayne McDougle made a crucial pick-six that shifted momentum in Nebraska's favor, but the secondary struggled with missed tackles and coverage, allowing significant receptions that could pose challenges against upcoming opponents.
• Nebraska's defense showed resilience and depth with 27 defenders seeing action, but the secondary's missed tackles highlight an area needing improvement ahead of tougher matchups.