Why Nebraska Quarterback Anthony Colandrea Was Named the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week
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Key Points:
- Nebraska quarterback Anthony Colandrea was named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week after completing 20-of-24 passes for 222 yards and a career-high four touchdowns in a dominant win over Bowling Green.
- Colandrea has led Nebraska's high-powered offense to average 534.5 yards and 52.5 points per game through two games, ranking 14th nationally in total offense.
- The UNLV transfer has accounted for 553 all-purpose yards and eight touchdowns so far this season, earning a 92.0 Pro Football Focus grade—the highest for a Husker QB under coach Matt Rhule.
- Despite an interception that was not deemed turnover-worthy by PFF, Colandrea responded by leading five consecutive touchdown drives, improving his completion percentage to nearly 68%.
- Nebraska faces a tough test against sixth-ranked FCS team North Dakota, whose defense allows just 260.3 yards and 23.3 points per game, requiring another strong performance from Colandrea to secure a win.
