Despite facing one of the worst rush defenses in the entire country, Nebraska has struggled to find its footing in the ground game. The only success in the rushing attack has come via Jacory Barney Jr. on the edges while Dante Dowdell and Rahmir Johnson have combined for just 15 yards on 9 carries.

Matt: Just the way he plays, he plays really relentlessly and physical. He’s leading the Big Ten in sacks per game. When he’s out there, they really have six threats to rush the passer.

The status of cornerback Tommi Hill will be a game-time decision based on the senior’s pain threshold with his foot injury, Nebraska coach Matt Rhule said on Thursday. If he can’t go, USC transfer Ceyair Wright will handle the majority of snaps after relieving Hill last week.