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Husker Doc Talk: Ugly Losses Hurt!

Typical performance wasn’t good enough against Michigan State, but the loss doesn’t end Nebraska’s division title hopes

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Just like ugly wins count, ugly losses hurt. The Huskers lost ugly to Michigan State 20-17. Another typical Nebraska performance. Poor passing, three turnovers and a decent run game. The Huskers were also the victims of poor officiating, but that's not the reason they lost the game.

On this edition of the Doc Talk Podcast presented by Betfred Sports, Dr. Rob Zatechka and Travis Justice take a deep dive into the loss that drops Nebraska to 5-4 overall and 3-3 in the Big Ten. Despite the loss, Nebraska still has a decent shot at winning the Big Ten West Division. Dr. Rob and Travis break down what is left for Nebraska, Iowa, Wisconsin and Minnesota as all four are still in the hunt.

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NU vs. MSU 2023 - Caleb Coley tackles Alex Bullock

Michigan State defensive back Caleb Coley tackles Nebraska wide receiver Alex Bullock as tight end Thomas Fidone II attempts to block.

NU vs. MSU 2023 - Katin Houser throws

Michigan State quarterback Katin Houser throws to a receiver in the first quarter at Spartan Stadium.

NU vs. MSU 2023 - Brennan Parachek runs behind Quinton Newsome

Michigan State tight end Brennan Parachek runs upfield behind the back of Nebraska defensive back Quinton Newsome in the first quarter.

NU vs. MSU 2023 - Jaylan Franklin runs

Michigan State tight end Jaylan Franklin runs upfield against the Cornhuskers in the first quarter.

NU vs. MSU 2023 - Brandon Lewis and Khary Crump tackle Joshua Fleeks

Michigan State defensive back Brandon Lewis and defensive back Khary Crump tackle Nebraska wide receiver Joshua Fleeks in the first quarter.

NU vs. MSU 2023 - Katin Houser runs

Michigan State quarterback Katin Houser sprints upfield in the first quarter.

NU vs. MSU 2023 - Heinrich Haarberg hands off to Emmett Johnson

Nebraska quarterback Heinrich Haarberg hands the ball to running back Emmett Johnson.

NU vs. MSU 2023 - Matt Rhule talks with assistants

Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule talks with assistants on the sideline during the first half.

NU vs. MSU 2023 - Maverick Hansen sacks Heinrich Haarberg

Michigan State defensive lineman Maverick Hansen sacks Nebraska quarterback Heinrich Haarberg in the first quarter.

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Michigan State's Jaden Mangham intercepts a deep pass inside the MSU 5 yard line during the first quarter.

NU vs. MSU 2023 - Ryan Eckley punts as Blaise Gunnerson pressures

Michigan State'a Ryan Eckley punts from the end zone and under pressure from Nebraska defensive lineman Blaise Gunnerson in the first quarter.

NU vs. MSU 2023 - Malcolm Hartzog almost intercepts

Nebraska defensive back Malcolm Hartzog almost comes down with a pass intended for Michigan State wide receiver Antonio Gates Jr. in the first quarter.

NU vs. MSU 2023 - Heinrich Haarberg scores touchdown

Nebraska quarterback Heinrich Haarberg scores a touchdown in the second quarter.

NU vs. MSU 2023 - Huskers celebrate touchdown

Nebraska players celebrate their second-quarter quarter touchdown.

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Mikai Gbayor sacks  Michigan State quarterback Sam Leavitt during the first quarter.

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Michigan State wide receiver Tyrell Henry pulls in a pass in the third quarter against Nebraska defensive back Omar Brown.

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Nebraska's Joshua Fleeks carries the ball during the second quarter.

NU vs MSU 2023 - Heinrich Haarberg scans the field

Nebraska quarterback Heinrich Haarberg looks for a receiver in the third quarter.

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Nebraska wide receiver Alex Bullock is tackled by Jaden Mangham during the first quarter.

NU vs. MSU 2023 - Jonathan Kim kicks

Michigan State placekicker Jonathan Kim kicks the ball through the arms of the Nebraska defense and through the uprights in the third quarter.

NU vs. MSU 2023 - Heinrich Haarberg leaps

Nebraska quarterback Heinrich Haarberg leaps to throw to a receiver in the third quarter.

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Michigan State's Khris Bogle sacks Heinrich Haarberg during the second quarter.

NU vs. MSU 2023 - Joshua Fleeks and Chance Rucker

Nebraska wide receiver Joshua Fleeks tries to evade Michigan State defensive back Chance Rucker in the third quarter.

NU vs. MSU 2023 - Tyrell Henry and Phalen Sanford and Tamon Lynum

Michigan State wide receiver Tyrell Henry leaves Nebraska defensive backs Phalen Sanford and Tamon Lynum on the turf in the fourth quarter.

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Nebraska's Heinrich Haarberg looks for a receiver as Teddy Prochazka blocks MSU's Aaron Brule during the second quarter.

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Michigan State quarterback Katin Houser sprints upfield in the fourth quarter.

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Nebraska quarterback Heinrich Haarberg is pressured by defensive lineman Simeon Barrow Jr. during the third quarter.

NU vs. MSU 2023 - Jaidyn Doss and Khalil Majeed

Michigan State defensive back Khalil Majeed bats a pass away from Nebraska wide receiver Jaidyn Doss.

Phalen Sanford pass breakup 2023 Nebraska vs Michigan State football USATSI_21816578

Phalen Sanford's hit causes an incompletion on a pass to MSU quarterback Sam Leavitt during the fourth quarter.

NU vs. MSU 2023 - Bryce Benhart

Nebraska offensive lineman Bryce Benhart beats Michigan State defensive lineman Simeon Barrow Jr. and Nebraska offensive lineman Nouredin Nouili to a loose ball in the fourth quarter.  

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Michigan State defenders bat the ball away from Jaidyn Doss on Nebraska's final pass attempt.

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Michigan State head coach Harlon Barnett celebrates the Spartans' 20-17 win on Senior Day.

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