Missouri
Missouri Post-Mortem
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October 12, 2009 by
I call this article a "Post-Mortem" because I spend the time dissecting the mistakes the Husker have made in the past week's game. But this week, the title of Post-Mortem is honorarily given for the fashion in which Nebraska took...
Indisputable Visual Evidence: Horse Collar
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October 9, 2009 by
In the waning moments of the 3rd quarter Ndamukong Suh was flagged for a horse collar tackle on Missouri quarterback Blaine Gabbert. Instead of facing 3rd and 5, the 15-yard penalty extended Missouri's drive into Nebraska territory. (Thankfully, that...
Notable Quotes from Nebraska vs Missouri
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October 9, 2009 by
There is much to be said about Nebraska's improbable fourth quarter come back at Missouri. For now, let's see what the players, coaches and national media said after the game....
Nebraska Takes Another Step Forward
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October 9, 2009 by
When a football program bottoms out, as Nebraska's did in 2007 (or if you prefer, from 2002-2007) there are certain milestones for improvement that have to happen on the field. We nearly saw one at Virginia Tech three weeks ago,...
There's No Place Like Home
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October 8, 2009 by
You didn't have to watch tonight's game between Nebraska and Missouri for more than thirty seconds to know that you wanted to be watching it on a Hi-Def screen versus being drenched by cold water for 3 hours or more....
Hoping It Doesn't Become a Rivalry
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October 8, 2009 by
The official line which we usually hear around Colorado time has been Nebraska doesn't have a rival. Ask a Husker fan, and they'll want to say Oklahoma. But deep down can we really believe that? Especially when we know how...
Game Day Pocket Guide for Nebraska vs Missouri
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October 8, 2009 by
It's raining in Missouri today. It rained all night. It's going to rain all day. Tonight? Rain. You could say, weather will be a factor in tonight's game. Does slippery turf and soggy balls favor one team over another?...
Plan of Attack: Missourah Tigers
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October 8, 2009 by
I feel good about this game. The past two years I've had to deal with a Cubs playoff loss immediately before a Missouri stomping. Throw in the Cardinals ties there it was like one giant gut punch from the Show...
Secondary Primary for NU
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October 7, 2009 by
There are many keys to tomorrow night's game between Nebraska and Missouri. From rushing offense to quarterback play or special teams, a person could argue that any or every element of the game is important, and probably be right. One...
Unwelcome Rumors Mostly Unfounded
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October 7, 2009 by
Head coach Bo Pelini squashed rumors of a flu bug spreading through the NU football team. The most frightening one that Roy Helu had swine flu or worse yet some kind of injury. Helu did miss practice but Pelini said...
One Key to Success: Relish the @ Sign
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October 6, 2009 by
At start of the season, football fans and pundits alike knew that success for Nebraska required playing well on the road. Many of the biggest NU games are preceded by an @ sign, meaning: @ Virginia Tech, @ Missouri, @...
AP Right About One Thing
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October 6, 2009 by
As of right now, Nebraska and Missouri are preparing for a game that will likely set one of these teams on a course to win the Big 12 North. If the Huskers prove that they can win on the road...
While We Were Sleeping
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October 4, 2009 by
The bye week gave us little direct evidence of what may transpire between Nebraska and Missouri, however there were a number of indirect clues about the two teams....
Is Nebraska Back (Part 3)
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October 1, 2009 by
Just kidding with the headline there. Part 2 got such a powerful response, I couldn't resist. It's now one week to the huge game at Missouri, yet we haven't truly dissected the opponent here at the Big Red Network. Time...
Huskers Prepare to Take Big Step Forward
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September 28, 2009 by
If there was any doubt, one look at the conferences standings reminds you of why the conference opener at Missouri is one of the two most important games for Nebraska this year (the other being the November contest at Kansas)....
What to Make of Missouri
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August 17, 2009 by
Missouri has been largely dismissed as a Big 12 North contender for 2009 despite having won the division each of the past two seasons. That’s likely because the Tigers bring back only five starters on each side of the ball....
Missouri v. Northwestern: Expectations Gone Awry
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December 29, 2008 by
Valero Alamo Bowl, Missouri @ Northwestern, San Antonio Alamodome, Dec. 29, 8 p.m. Eastern, ESPN 2008 was supposed to be Missouri's year. Fans, players, coaches all thought that the Tigers were going to be in the hunt for a National...
Inconclusive Evidence: Smack, Strategery and Redlegs
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October 8, 2008 by
After the dual demolition of the Cubs/Huskers on Saturday night, I’ve been unable to think in anything but short bursts of ideas. I either don’t know what to believe or don’t believe in anything. I’m not sure. But here are...
Missouri Post-Game Reaction: Trying Hard Not to Be Sick
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October 4, 2008 by
When I woke up this morning, I honestly believed Nebraska would win today against Missouri. I had that confident feeling all day. Once the game started, it lasted for almost one quarter. The 52-17 defeat in Lincoln made two things...
Live Coverage of Nebraska vs Missouri
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October 4, 2008 by
Join us for another live chat during the game. Here are some helpful links to enhance your game day experience: Pocket Guide | Live Audio | Live Stats | Big 12 Scores...
HUSKER UP: Missouri
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October 4, 2008 by
Some loyal Big Red Network readers have come to expect these HUSKER UP posts on Friday afternoon. Sorry, I'm a bit late on this one, folks. If ever there was a need to Husker Up, it is this week. Missouri...
Weather Forecast for Nebraska vs Missouri
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October 3, 2008 by
Sweet Lou makes another guest appearance in this week's game day weather forecast. Enjoy....
Husker Haiku: Missouri
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October 2, 2008 by
Here are the haiku For the big game Saturday. Read on; offer yours....
Plan of Attack: Missouri
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October 2, 2008 by
How do you beat Missouri? Tough to say since Oklahoma's the only team to do it (twice) over the past 18 games. Looking at the split stats and box scores from Missouri's two losses last year don't reveal a whole...
Missouri is Not Virginia Tech. Is That a Good Thing?
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October 1, 2008 by
During the football season one game must be instructive to the next in order for coaches to make their team better. Consider this - Missouri is not Virginia Tech. And, just maybe that is a good thing. Virginia Tech wants...
Game Day Pocket Guide for Missouri
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October 1, 2008 by
The Huskers need to rally after last week's loss to the Hokies. Unfortunately, they'll have to do it against the #3 Missouri Tigers. The Tigers look scary on paper. But, we can't afford to concede defeat. Fans, we need...
Huskers, Fans Should Not Concede Defeat
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October 1, 2008 by
I love to look at point spreads as a reality check leading up to a game. Are my own expectations in line with what the betting public thinks? Is one team a big favorite over the other? It’s still an...
Don't Let Virginia Tech Beat You Twice...
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September 30, 2008 by
Missouri is the fourth ranked team in the country in the most recent AP poll. The Tigers are putting up gaudy offensive statistics. They have a leading candidate for the Heisman Trophy taking the snap and playmakers all over the...
Go Big Rust
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September 29, 2008 by
It’s easy to look back the NU-Virginia Tech game and think that the Hokies’ nine first quarter points were the difference in the ballgame. Beyond the fact that nine points is greater than the five point final margin, the quick...
Missouri Breakdown: Where Credit is Due
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July 23, 2008 by
Let's start off by giving credit where credit is due. The Missouri Tigers were a great football team in 2007. Statistically speaking, they were one of the best. It's pretty straightforward what made them so good, and what will likely...
Previewing Missouri - Ask a Blogger
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July 23, 2008 by
Big Red Network is committed to covering as many angles in our opponent previews as possible. This includes doing interviews. Instead of rolling out material you can find by picking up a copy of your local fish wrap or a...
A Relatively Short Essay on Why I Now Hate Missouri
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July 23, 2008 by
I think I hate this Missouri football team. I'm not certain because I've never had strong feelings for the Tigers before this season but I've found myself actually thinking a lot about the Missouri-Nebraska bell this summer. It's not like...
2008 Opponent Previews: Missouri
Rather than begin our previews with Western Michigan, we thought we’d start by highlighting the all-important Big 12 North. Missouri is the favorite in the North and with good reason....
Big 12 Recruiting Roundup: Missouri
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February 12, 2008 by
If not for some pickpocketing by the Tigers when the Huskers were vulnerable, the Huskers might have again have put some distance between themselves and Missouri on signing day. Instead, Missouri snared five-star quarterback Blaine Gabbert (wasn’t that the name...
Big 12 State of the Union: Missouri
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January 22, 2008 by
When have the Tigers ever looked as good as they did in 2007? Seriously, who was president? Did they have cars yet or did fans go to the games on horseback? And the Tigers seem sure to contend in the...
Wisdom From NU's De-facto Captain
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October 8, 2007 by
Regardless of the election the players had in August, sometimes other players step up and become leaders. In both word and deed, Sam Keller is that guy for the 2007 season. He gives maximum effort on each play, and he...
Missouri Game Post-Mordem Report
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October 7, 2007 by
I am deeply disappointed this morning, and I imagine many other Husker fans are as well. Prior to the game, I genuinely believed that Nebraska could beat Missouri on Saturday night. I was wrong. Our beloved Huskers were gutted in...
Game Day Pocket Guide for Missouri
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October 5, 2007 by
Kickoff is at 8:00 PM on Saturday, so you have plenty of time to study up. Print out this week's pocket guide and get to it. There are depth charts for both teams that show you how Missou's 6' 8",...
Tigers March Proudly Into Meeting With Nebraska
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October 5, 2007 by
From time to time, the Big Red Network will publish “Onion�-style satire. We apologize in advance to anyone we may offend, it's all meant as harmless fun. We can assure you, the reader, that no animals were harmed in...
Weather Forecast for Nebraska vs. Missouri
Here is your official weathercast for the Missouri game....
Recipe for Saturday Success
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October 4, 2007 by
Nebraska is not favored to win when they visit Missouri on Saturday. Most media types believe the Tigers will win a "shootout" type ballgame versus the Huskers, with both teams scoring in the mid-30 to low-40 point range. That is...
Question of Performance Enhancers Surround Daniel
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October 4, 2007 by
A piece of video has been released that puts Chase Daniel’s eligibility in doubt. This six second clip raises a number of questions:...
Husker Football Podcast - Episode #15
In this week's podcast, Darren and Steve preview the Missouri game, discuss the impact of the late kickoff and debate Keller vs. Daniel....
Sizing Up Missouri (2007)
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October 3, 2007 by
On paper, you can see why this is seen as the toughest game for Nebraska to this point besides USC. The Tigers have the biggest offensive line since the Trojans, tall quick tight ends, a good –sized defensive line (with...
Purify's Tough Year Continues
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October 2, 2007 by
In a year when he has already seen his football future put in jeopardy and his brother killed, Maurice Purify has suffered another personal tragedy. Purify's girlfriend Reia Shapiro was killed in a car accident in California this weekend. Faced...
Missouri Opens a Touchdown Favorite over Nebraska
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October 1, 2007 by
The stars seem to be aligning for Missouri for finally win a conference championship. The South hasn’t looked this vulnerable in six years and the North division would seem theirs for the taking. Yet this is the same Missouri team...
2007 Opponent Preview…Missouri
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July 24, 2007 by
Prior to the 2006 season, some people (i.e. me) saw Iowa State, a team returning 10 offensive starters, as a major threat to the Huskers. The Cyclones had a chance in the final week of 2005 to clinch the...
Big 12 Classes of 2007: Missouri
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February 12, 2007 by
It’s easy to look at the recruiting rankings and think Nebraska is running away from the rest of the Big 12 North in terms of talent. But if you respect the value of the three-star athlete you realize that the...
State of the Union: Missouri
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January 26, 2007 by
The fifth in a twelve-part series on the state of the Big 12 Many believe that it's now or never for head coach Gary Pinkel at Missouri. After starting the 2006 season a perfect 6-0 and then a solid 7-1...
Purify!
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November 8, 2006 by
Pop quiz. This a photo of: a) a 9 foot tall receiver b) a nice bit of Photoshop trickery c) Mo Purify owning two Missouri defenders Thank you for the photo anonymous Internet source! P.S. Throw the ball to Purify!...
Sun Shines on Huskers in Win over Missouri
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November 5, 2006 by
Just as Renny's forecast predicted, it was a beautiful (if a bit early) day for football on Saturday. The sun shone brightly on the Huskers as they used a strong first-half performance to defeat Missouri 34-20 in Lincoln. The dose...
Game Day Pocket Guide for Missouri
Our pocket guides are quite a hit amongst the lucky few that find them. If you want to be a hero at your tailgate or Husker party on Saturday, print out a stack and pass them around. Here is...
Weather forecast for Missouri
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November 3, 2006 by
Did someone say they wanted nice tailgating weather? I thought I heard that a few times this week. After bitter cold morning lows in the teens throughout the week, Saturday will be much warmer for the 3 B's of football...
Big Red Network Husker Football Podcast - Episode #8
Unlike the Huskers last week, the BRN is not letting down. Darren and Steve are back working hard as ever to bring you the best Husker podcast on the internets. Podcast Show Notes 01:35 - Wha happened at Okie...
ABC coverage map for Nebraska - Missouri
Saturday's game against the Missouri Tigers will be televised on ABC. Kickoff is at 11:00 CDT. Here is their coverage map. You can click to enlarge. If you're looking for radio, satellite radio or internet coverage for the game, you...
Another Early Bird Special
On the heels of my fellow Husker blogger Steve writing a pretty smart piece about fatigue, I'm more concerned about getting up in the morning. Specifically, I mean the Huskers getting another 11:00 a.m. Central kickoff time Saturday. Granted, Nebraska...
Hitting the Wall
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October 31, 2006 by
It's close to midnight as I type and after a long day and evening of work, I am beat. All I can think of is when will I finally get a decent night's sleep (it won't be tonight). I suspect,...
Is Missouri the Big 12 North Darkhorse?
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August 11, 2006 by
Previewing Missouri In a separate post, I gave my predictions for the finish in the Big 12 North. I predicted a 5-3 conference record for Missouri, good enough for second place in the division. Some Iowa State fans and even...
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