[Husker] 45 seconds left (fwd)

[Mike Nolan]

> 45 seconds left, the game is tied, we have two timeouts. We have three 
> touchdown passes of over 70 yards in the game. 
> 
> Callahan essentially takes a knee and chooses to go to overtime. This 
> appeared not only gutless, but stupid. 

No, it's the smart thing to do, even if the WCO is supposed to be able
to go long distances quickly, as demonstrated several times yesterday.  

However, that kind of high risk passing attack also gives up defensive 
scores more than the ground game does, and certainly more than taking
a knee.

Rest a bit, regroup, take advantage of the home edge in overtime, then
put it into the W column.  That's what Callahan did, that's what I think
most experienced coaches would do.

What's Nebraska's record in overtime?  Pretty darned good, I think.
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Mike Nolan