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[Husker Country Doc]

I believe that they lose the latest Carr at QB, but I have watched a few of their games and even though they lost to San Jose State, they are no slouch. We should win handily though.

"Don't sell yourself short, Judge (Nebraska). You're a tremendous slouch."

 

[Husker Country Doc]

I feel emphatically that this group on defense has the potential to match what was accomplished in 2009.

I can only imagine and hope for what a seasoned and healthy offense can accomplish next year. It's apparent that this is a high-risk offense, but even at that it would be nice for once to get through a season without the pass interceptions by ill-equipped QBs, and the fumbles due to OL missing their blocks.

And for the love of God, can we finally get someone back on PR who is a bit more JR-like?

Unless we change up our blocking on the punt returns, no one is going to be able to get much accomplished back there.

 

[BigRedOhio]

I believe NU will be in the top 10 next year with Pelini as coach. Armstrong pushed by Stanton will be much better. The offensive line will be shored up. And with an experienced defense I really think we are poised for something special. The QB will be the key along with some maturation of Bo as head coach.

If they can figure out how to stop beating themselves, this team could be pretty good next year. I would be disappointed if we are not a top 10 program.

 

[Red Zeppelin]

We should be a Top 10 team. The schedule sets up very nice. Have a big win against Miami at home and we're well on our way.

 

[ColoREDo]

We should be a Top 10 team. The schedule sets up very nice. Have a big win against Miami at home and we're well on our way.

Replace UCLA with Miami and this sounds all so familiar.

 

[Deleted member 3561]

4 losses seems likely if pelini is the coach

 

[PaperIsDead]

You sort of made a point I been harping for awhile, the erosion of expectations. When the big goal for next year is a top10 finish (Granted: A very good achievement) and not winning it all, or at least winning the Conference, it just shows.

That's interesting. I would think the erosion of expectations would be more related to our four or five losses and likely unranked finish this year, rather than where the bar is set for next year.

I expect four losses next year.

 

[Red Zeppelin]

Replace UCLA with Miami and this sounds all so familiar.

True, but unleashed Bo is back. It will be different next year.

 

[ColoREDo]

It will be different next year.

The motto thread is that way.

 

[huskernut]

I say we'll go 10-4-2. That's 10 wins, 4 losses, 2 apologies by Bo.

 

[Red Zeppelin]

I say we'll go 10-4-2. That's 10 wins, 4 losses, 2 apologies by Bo.

As long as there are no assault charges, we should be good.

 

[Red Don]

We'll have the Talent to finish in the top 10; but we'll have to do something about the poor tackling, special teams play, and turnovers.

 

[chops52]

Florida Atlantic, McNeese St and Fresno State are not going to move the meter but they should help settle a young QB.

I disagree I think Fresno St will. They are 16th in the country and 10-1 overall. I think that could be a tough game next year.

 

[Cardinal]

Not if we win a bowl game convincingly...maybe

Remind me again which bowl eligible opponent your bestest, favoritest team has beaten convincingly this year?

 

[carrolltonsker]

Last year posters were predicting a National Championship run in 2013. Now they have downgraded to the Top Ten. I think I will temper my enthusiasm a little.