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The Common Fan: Huskers Overcome Ugly 1st Half to Bury the Boilermakers

Nebraska wins decisively despite sluggish start.

TJ Birkel

Sep 28, 2024; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers linebacker John Bullock (5) runs the ball for a touchdown after an interception against the Purdue Boilermakers during the second half at Ross-Ade Stadium.
Sep 28, 2024; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers linebacker John Bullock (5) runs the ball for a touchdown after an interception against the Purdue Boilermakers during the second half at Ross-Ade Stadium. / Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images
In this story:

The Common Fans break down Nebraska’s bounce-back win over Purdue:

  • Huskers overcome atrocious 1st half to win decisively
  • Defense dominant once again
  • Emmett Johnson coming out party
  • 2nd half success a sign of growth for Matt Rhule’s program in Year 2
  • Penalties, penalties, penalties
  • Horrendous Special Teams
  • Positive turnover margin very promising

The boys also explore some questions heading into week 5:

  • What will the Huskers do about the kicking game moving forward?
  • Does the ugly 1st half throw into question the ceiling for this year’s team?
  • Why can’t the Huskers get over the hump when it comes to penalties?
  • Heading into Week 6, how good is Rutgers?

This and so much more on the latest episode of the Common Fan Podcast.

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TJ Birkel
TJ BIRKEL

T.J. Birkel is the creator and co-host of the Common Fan Podcast, a Nebraska football podcast focused entirely on Husker football, all the time. We aim to create meaningful episodes and written commentary that fans like us will enjoy, infused with heavy doses of fun and frivolity. We work hard to cover the latest Husker news of the day; to provide insightful commentary and analysis on all things Husker football; and to bring unique stories and perspectives that may not be covered by the media but that Common Fans will enjoy. GBR for LIFE!