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Steven M. Sipple: Perception of Riley could improve dramatically

Danny Langsdorf clearly enjoys life in big-game central.

What's that? Lincoln, big-game central? Get serious.

Oh, it's serious. Iowa-Nebraska is a compelling football game — locally, regionally and nationally.

It is indeed exciting, says Langsdorf, the Husker offensive coordinator, referring to buildup for Friday's game. It's good to hear the vigor in Langsdorf's voice considering the repeated heavy doses of frustration NU endured this season.

Granted, I don't subscribe to the hard-luck tale some attach to the Huskers. You make your own luck in life. Mike Riley's crew too often failed in that regard, hence its 5-6 record (3-4 Big Ten).