FIVE THINGS WE LEARNED

1

A championship-caliber defense and the nation's best defender cannot alone stop Texas.

2

Ndamukong Suh deserves an invite to New York as a Heisman finalist. He may not get there, but he deserves it.

3

The finish Saturday night will serve as motivation for Nebraska in the same way events at this time last year fueled Texas' run to the Big 12 title.

4

Not only does the NU offense need more playmakers, it requires someone in charge on the sideline who's willing to take more risks. Oh, and Zac Lee should never run the option.

5

The Huskers, as a program, are closer than expected after two years under Bo Pelini to the Big 12 standard set by Texas.

FIVE THINGS WE STILL DON'T KNOW

1

Can Texas stack up with Alabama, which looks like the favorite to win in Pasadena on Jan. 7?

2

What's the verdict on this Nebraska season if the Huskers win the Holiday Bowl to reach 10 wins?

3

What is the definition of pass interference?

4

Does the return of false starts and dropped passes signal a lack of mental toughness?

5

Will a better defensive player than Suh ever wear a Nebraska uniform?

— Mitch Sherman

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