***2015 Bowl Game “Expert” Picks: Nebraska vs UCLA***

[cornographic]

I think we have a decent shot at the "upset". As usual, depends on TA, mostly. If he keeps the picks under 2, we'll be in it. Defense needs to shake things up for us, disrupt, get some TOs, pick 6 would be nice. Maybe we can get something out of special teams too, who knows...

 

Can't let these guys go 3-0 against us.

[Atbone95]

2015 Game 13 “Expert” Picks: Nebraska vs UCLA

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Why Nebraska Will Win

The Huskers are liable to go old-school on UCLA, winning with superior line play. For all the problems that Nebraska has had this season, the team has been true to its past by developing quality offensive and defensive linemen.

LOL. Just thought this was funny especially certain comments being made lately from within the program itself.

[cornographic]

 

 

So.... Who picked UCLA?

 

 

Since I started doing this, this is the most lopsided set of picks against Nebraska that I can recall.

Not to be negative but why would anyone in their right mind pick Nebraska? Or even UCLA by less than a couple touchdowns. I hope we do well but hope isn't worth much these days. All indications are that it should be an ugly lopsided victory for the Bruins......unless they just aren't motivated to be there.

 

I completely agree and was of the same opinion in the Michigan State game. I didn't think we had a prayer. Beating UCLA would not surprise me. On the other hand, losing the game wouldn't surprise me either.

 

For some reason, I felt pretty confident that we could beat Sparty. Guess I thought we matched up well against them, they've always had problems with our offense. UCLA, I dunno, not feeling great about a W there. Really depends on who wants it more and has fewer mistakes.

[MichiganDad3]

I think we can contain their RB, but I fear their QB may run for 300 yards against us.

 

Any word on who is missing because of grades?

[Mavric]

 

Here are my Big Ten bowl picks based on confidence, from most confident in the pick (10) to least (1).

 

10. Ohio State over Notre Dame, Fiesta Bowl

9. USC over Wisconsin, Holiday Bowl

8. Michigan over Florida, Citrus Bowl

7. Georgia over Penn State, TaxSlayer Bowl

6. Minnesota over Central Michigan, Quick Lane Bowl

5. Tennessee over Northwestern, Outback Bowl

4. UCLA over Nebraska, Foster Farms Bowl

3. Indiana over Duke, Pinstripe Bowl

2. Iowa over Stanford, Rose Bowl

1. Alabama over Michigan State, Cotton Bowl (playoff)

[GBRFAN]

 

So.... Who picked UCLA?

 

 

Since I started doing this, this is the most lopsided set of picks against Nebraska that I can recall.

Not to be negative but why would anyone in their right mind pick Nebraska? Or even UCLA by less than a couple touchdowns. I hope we do well but hope isn't worth much these days. All indications are that it should be an ugly lopsided victory for the Bruins......unless they just aren't motivated to be there.

 

All indications point to the above "bold" - We just played 2 top 5 teams. NU beat one and lead most stats in the other (including interceptions - unfortunately) Is UCLA ranked #1 in the country?

[GBRFAN]

 

 

So.... Who picked UCLA?

 

 

Since I started doing this, this is the most lopsided set of picks against Nebraska that I can recall.

Not to be negative but why would anyone in their right mind pick Nebraska? Or even UCLA by less than a couple touchdowns. I hope we do well but hope isn't worth much these days. All indications are that it should be an ugly lopsided victory for the Bruins......unless they just aren't motivated to be there.

 

I do not understand your reasoning. Under MR, we only get blown out by teams with no victories over Power 5 teams.

 

 

Sorry ZERO blowouts this year - You must be thinking about last year under the old staff. Between your past post from the previous 3 months and your tag name - I wonder if you have any true connection to NU. I guess I could go back and look at 5,000+ post, guessing more of the same.

[GBRFAN]

I think we can contain their RB, but I fear their QB may run for 300 yards against us.

 

Any word on who is missing because of grades?

 

I would love to bet the under with you on the 300 yards - I will also spot you 200 yds.

[beorach]

If I'm just looking at the positives, I'd point out that we've: 1) played a tougher schedule; 2) posted comparable stats in the passing offense category; 3) posted much better stats in the rushing defense category; and 4) have better numbers in the total defense category. Some of these I'm posting about take just games against P5 teams into consideration, as CFBstats.com allows for that filtering. Overall, against P5 teams, our defensive numbers are practically equal. It's the offensive and turnover margin figures that make them a touchdown favorite.

[MichiganDad3]

If I'm just looking at the positives, I'd point out that we've: 1) played a tougher schedule; 2) posted comparable stats in the passing offense category; 3) posted much better stats in the rushing defense category; and 4) have better numbers in the total defense category. Some of these I'm posting about take just games against P5 teams into consideration, as CFBstats.com allows for that filtering. Overall, against P5 teams, our defensive numbers are practically equal. It's the offensive and turnover margin figures that make them a touchdown favorite.

The UCLA QB has been a turnover machine the last few games, and this may be the only time we ever play a team that averages more penalties than us! We could win an ugly game.

[Waterloohusker26]

 

If I'm just looking at the positives, I'd point out that we've: 1) played a tougher schedule; 2) posted comparable stats in the passing offense category; 3) posted much better stats in the rushing defense category; and 4) have better numbers in the total defense category. Some of these I'm posting about take just games against P5 teams into consideration, as CFBstats.com allows for that filtering. Overall, against P5 teams, our defensive numbers are practically equal. It's the offensive and turnover margin figures that make them a touchdown favorite.

The UCLA QB has been a turnover machine the last few games, and this may be the only time we ever play a team that averages more penalties than us! We could win an ugly game.

 

 

Always will have a decent shot going against a freshman QB

[admo]

So.... Who picked UCLA?

 

 

 

Since I started doing this, this is the most lopsided set of picks against Nebraska that I can recall.

Yep, but I still +1 you for doing the work anyway.

[Saunders]

 

So.... Who picked UCLA?

 

 

 

Since I started doing this, this is the most lopsided set of picks against Nebraska that I can recall.

Yep, but I still +1 you for doing the work anyway.

 

[admo]

Can toss the records out the window. It's the Foster Farms Bowl.

 

So if the weather's ok, the defense plays tough, and good Tommy shows up, then I wouldn't count the Huskers out. Unfortunately that's a BIG IF about TA.

[MichiganDad3]

 

 

 

So.... Who picked UCLA?

 

 

Since I started doing this, this is the most lopsided set of picks against Nebraska that I can recall.

Not to be negative but why would anyone in their right mind pick Nebraska? Or even UCLA by less than a couple touchdowns. I hope we do well but hope isn't worth much these days. All indications are that it should be an ugly lopsided victory for the Bruins......unless they just aren't motivated to be there.

 

I do not understand your reasoning. Under MR, we only get blown out by teams with no victories over Power 5 teams.

 

 

Sorry ZERO blowouts this year - You must be thinking about last year under the old staff. Between your past post from the previous 3 months and your tag name - I wonder if you have any true connection to NU. I guess I could go back and look at 5,000+ post, guessing more of the same.

 

We were blown out by Purdue, while beating sparty, and hanging close to Iowa. Thus my reasoning that since UCLA has victories over Power 5 teams they will not blow us out.