Nebraska Confidence Meter: How I Feel About the Huskers’ Key Positions and Coaches After Ohio

Key Points:

• Nebraska trailed 14-13 at halftime against Ohio after a shaky start, including a 68-yard pass allowed on the first play and multiple penalties, but rallied in the second half to score 49 points and finish with 523 yards of total offense.
• Quarterback Anthony Colandrea impressed with his playmaking ability, throwing for 275 yards and three touchdowns, adding one rushing touchdown, and avoiding interceptions, though he had some early mistakes and finished 18-of-32 passing.
• The running game showed promise with 248 yards rushing overall, particularly strong in the second half, supported by an offensive line that improved as the game progressed despite early false starts and allowing two sacks.
• Defensively, Nebraska limited Ohio to 113 yards after halftime, with notable performances from linebacker Dexter Foster and defensive linemen recording sacks, but concerns remain over allowing quarterback Nick Poulos to rush for 70 yards and a touchdown.
• Special teams had mixed results, with perfect extra points and strong punts but costly kickoff penalties and poor field position; coaching staff earned credit for adjustments that led to a strong finish despite nine penalties and early defensive struggles.