But that is how many points Nebraska needed to beat Rutgers on Saturday. In fact, eight points could have won them the game since the Huskers’ defense held the Scarlet Knights’ offense to just seven. That is the lowest point total for Rutgers this season and is the first time the Scarlet Knights have been held under 20 points.

The game appeared to move fast late for Raiola against Illinois. It needs to be said that the freshman QB clearly rates as the best offensive weapon for Nebraska. But during a second half in which the Huskers never trailed, even against a stacked box, they must run the ball better.

The Raiolas are keeping their house a Nebraska one. Dayton Raiola, the son of Dominic and younger brother of Dylan, announced his college commitment over