On November 5, 1997, the Nebraska Cornhuskers defied expectations, defeating the second-ranked Washington Huskies 27-14 in Seattle. Led by an impressive rushing game, Nebraska's offensive line dominated the line of scrimmage, with I-back Ahman Green and fullback Joel Makovicka each rushing for 129 yards. Quarterback Scott Frost added 97 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Despite Washington's replacement quarterback, Marques Tuiasosopo, throwing two touchdown passes, Nebraska's defense consistently pressured him, recording 13 quarterback hurries and 4 sacks. The Huskers' victory moved them up to third in the national rankings, showcasing their strength and resilience as a top-tier team.The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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