Badgers Go Down 44-25! Husker Nation Breathes a Collective Sigh of Relief

Dana Holgorsen revives moribund Nebraska football offense with much-needed swagger

Jay Stockwell | Nov 25, 2024

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Oh, what a season this could have been! But better late than never. Troy Dannen should back up the truck to keep Mr. Holgorsen around.

Two more wins and a top 15 recruiting class could keep the ship sailing in the right direction. Adam Carriker and Charlie McBride called out that the team would “ascend” in the final two games, and the team delivered. Students and fans alike poured onto the field.

“This is the last time we’ll celebrate like this for six wins,” said Matt Rhule. Amen. The demons are officially exorcised.

On to Iowa City! Happy Thanksgiving.

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Published Nov 25, 2024

JAY STOCKWELL

Jay Stockwell is a rabid Nebraska fan. By day, he is a Chief Revenue Officer and a retired Navy Commander. While active-duty, Jay and his crew tracked Soviet submarines in the North Atlantic and Mediterranean. Jay graduated from Nebraska Business in 1986 with a BS in Finance. He is half of the Sunday Morning Quarterback podcast along with Bob Frady.