The Nebraska Cornhuskers dropped their season opener against the Northwestern Wildcats 28-31.
The Cornhuskers held a 28-17 lead in the third quarter. However, a questionable onside kick call derailed their momentum and allowed the Wildcats to eventually regain the lead.
Unfortunately, quarterback Casey Thompson and Nebraska’s offense could not recapture their rhythm, and they failed to score any points in the fourth quarter.
The game and the onside kick call, in particular, have been heavily scrutinized, but there were some positive takeaways. A couple of players had standout performances. Without further ado, here are Nebraska’s offensive and defensive players of the week.
Offensive Player of the Week: RB Anthony Grant
Stats: 19 carries, 101 yards, 2 TD; 1 reception, 16 yards
Transfer running back Anthony Grant had an impressive debut. His 46-yard rushing touchdown was one of the highlights of the day.
Grant was the clear leader of the backfield. Following his performance on Saturday, he should continue to remain ahead of Jaquez Yant and Rahmir Johnson on the depth chart.
Honorable mentions: QB Casey Thompson, WR Isaiah Garcia-Castaneda
Defensive Player of the Week: CB Tommi Hill
Stats: 4 total tackles, 1 pass defended, 1 QB hurry
Saturday was not the strongest showing for Nebraska’s defense, but Arizona State transfer Tommi Hill had an encouraging debut.
Hill had a nice pass breakup in the third quarter:
In addition, he recorded Nebraska’s only quarterback hurry of the game.
Honorable mentions: LB Luke Reimer, DB Marques Buford Jr.
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