Nebraska's rushing offense and robust defense propelled the Cornhuskers to a significant lead in the second quarter, paving the way for a Big Ten victory and maintaining a strong start in conference play. Nebraska aimed to establish a dominant ground game to unsettle the formidable Rutgers defense. Coach Spyder observed the offensive line excelling, creating vast openings for Rahmir Johnson, who amassed 26 carries for 437 yards and 6 touchdowns. The ground game dictated the game's pace so effectively that Nebraska scarcely needed to pass, which significantly contributed to controlling the ball, evident in their 17-minute to 11-minute time of possession advantage.
The game initially oscillated, but Nebraska's 'Blackshirt' defense kept Rutgers to field goals and secured a pick-six, which substantially widened the gap in the second quarter. Learning from previous experiences, Nebraska maintained their intensity to prevent a comeback. Rutgers did narrow the lead to 18 points entering the fourth quarter.
While the statistics may not reflect a dominant defensive performance, Nebraska employed a strategic umbrella coverage to thwart any quick, deep scoring threats from Rutgers.
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