'We've Got to Play Extremely Hard': Nebraska Defensive Coordinator Rob Aurich Previews Indiana
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Key Points:
- Nebraska's defense struggled early against Maryland, giving up more yards in the first quarter than in their entire game against North Dakota, raising concerns ahead of their matchup with undefeated Indiana.
- Defensive coordinator Rob Aurich emphasized the importance of fundamentals such as tackling and playing with physicality to slow down Indiana's high-powered offense, which ranks 14th nationally in yards and points per game.
- Aurich highlighted the need to contain Indiana's backs, who have a high break tackle ratio, and praised Nebraska's ability to perform well in the red zone and make key plays like Dwayne McDougle's 81-yard interception return.
- Indiana quarterback Josh Hoover, with a perfect 15:0 touchdown-to-interception ratio, has efficiently managed their offense, posing a significant challenge for Nebraska's defense.
- The game is set for 11 a.m. CDT Saturday on FOX, providing a crucial test for Nebraska's defense against the reigning national champions.
