Regular starting quarterback Casey Thompson was out for the game, giving way to Chubba Purdy.

Minnesota won the toss, deferred and Nebraska started with the ball.

Nebraska 7 - 0

Nebraska started on the 25 after a touchback, a rare occurrence as of late. Anthony Grant took the first play 36 yards to midfield, and then Huskers rolled down the field to score on their opening possession. Grant had 60 yards on the drive, which featured short screen passes, and misdirection, including the 2-yard scoring run by Chubba Purdy.

Our beloved Husker defense got a three-and-out on Minnesota’s first offensive possession.