Gameday is just a few days away. So with Saturday looming, it's time to start digging a little deeper into the intricacies of the contest. Football, at its core, is a game of individual matchups that all work together to form one play. All individual showdowns are crucial. But there are still some that are more important and influential than others. Let's look at the three matchups that may decide Northwestern's game against Nebraska.
1. Northwestern secondary vs. Tommy Armstrong, Nebraska receivers
When Mike Riley arrived in Lincoln following his tenure in Corvallis at Oregon State, he brought with him a pro-style passing attack.