HuskerfaninAustin

Must be color blind too... Thanks HuskerJosh. As the originator of this thread, I'm disappointed that folks don't take the time to read things. Instead of typing stuff in bold and trying to discredit someone, read the post, then respond appropriately. I was at the game. I think that detail was missed. Bohl's wasn't in attendance, but saw enough to know that some calls were bad. I wanted to share some insight from others not associated with Nebraska to give some validation to our complaints about the officiating.

I saw this online at the Austin American Stateman. Link to Kirk Bohl's blog An excerpt...I’m not saying Nebraska was jobbed when it was flagged for, what, 1,000 yards and Texas A&M twice for 10 yards, but I did think it was over the top when Big 12 commissioner Dan Beebe threw four of the flags. Didn’t see the game, only saw highlights, but the roughing-the-passer call against the Cornhuskers was a joke. By the way, has Bo Pelini’s head exploded yet? Not saying he didn’t have a beef or two, but the Nebraska coach really needs to cut back on the coffee. His own chancellor said Sunday that he needs to have a sitdown with the fiery Huskers coach. And you know what Nebraska fans are thinking? That their favorite team will overcome this conspiracy, win the Big 12 in the title game at Jerry World in two weeks and then tell the Big 12 where it can take its 10-team league. I think Bohl's is right on the penalties and Bo. The roughing call was very questionable from my vantage point as were a few other calls (I was at the game). That was the loudest stadium that I've ever been too, so the procedure penalties were expected. Bo needs to get his emotions under control. I'm all for showing excitement and passion, but within limits. We've all needed to improve in areas in our own jobs. Bo does too. I hope that TO and HP have a productive meeting with him. He is a talent that needs some polish. Sometimes the players need a calm voice to point out what they did wrong and why they need to improve on that. The Huskers need to right the ship now and they can still accomplish a lot. I support the coaches, team and university. We need some positive energy now folks. You can be a part of that. Go Big Red.

I agree with you about recruiting. Playing in Texas allows the Huskers to attract players to Nebraska. Let's face it, there is a lack of D1 talent in state to be competitive. The Big 10 would adversely impact our recruiting efforts in Texas and Louisiana. While our recruiting base is nationwide, the abundance of talent in Texas is contributing to the resurgence of the program. I know it's not just about football, but when you are talking about changes that could affect the biggest moneymaker in the athletic department,you have to protect it. The Big 8 invited those four SWC school to join them to form the Big 12. This came at a time when Texas was considering the Pac 10 and A & M was in discussions with the Southeastern conference. I'm glad Osborne is reassuring the Huskernation. He is a smart man and I trust that he'll do what's right for Nebraska.

I'm making the trip to Lincoln from Austin to attend my first Huskers home game. I've only seen them play on the road. I can't see wearing anything but RED! Nebraska means tradition. Too many other school have done the black out or white out thing. There's nothing like the Sea of Red. Go Huskers!!!