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Doc's Diagnosis: Fooled by a Zone Blitz

An Iowa defensive end dropped into coverage, and Nebraska's Chubba Purdy threw the ball right to him for a game-changing interception

Iowa's interception in the final half-minute led to the Hawkeyes' walk-off field goal Friday and another bowl-less postseason for Nebraska football. Dr. Rob Zatechka breaks down the play and explains why Chubba Purdy probably failed to see the Iowa defender who made the easy interception.