Freeman is good.

[michigancat]

Really good.

[fatty fat fat]

Very good. His 2 interception weren't his fault at all.

[mjrod]

Three more years.

[ascxiii]

seriously though, back to the topic at hand, yes freeman even in the loss today looked pretty dang good, he will carry us, single-handedly if there's no one else, for the next 3 years

escaping the rush and putting it on the money a few times was beautiful
if he improves at all, which he certainly will, think how good he will be, add a few more completions to his total as he matures and he's the best qb in the league

[chum1]

I agree that Freeman looks great for a true freshman--better than Quinn or Leak, IMO.  He seems to be very smart with the ball and doesn't panic.  He may, of course, but it sure doesn't seem like he will undergo a KM @ Toledo type of game.  Leon Patton also looks great for a true freshman.  He showed some major strength when he moved the pile on a 3rd and inches in the 2nd (?) quarter. 

[JavaCat]

He's showing that he's a good learner as well which is a good sign. He'll be really dangerous when he can pass downfield and if he ever gets an offensive line.

[fatty fat fat]

Would like to see some TD passes.

[michigancat]

Would like to see some TD passes.

QB sneak.

[jmlynch1]

It would be a crying shame for that boy to go 4 years without a decent O-Line.

[fatty fat fat]

where is jordy? why can't we recruit a big-time receiver? Moreira and figurs will be gone after this year. Time to reach into the jucos

[michigancat]

Also, any TD pass will pretty much have to be due to YAC.  He will never have time for a long pass play to develop.

It would be a crying shame for that boy to go 4 years without a decent O-Line.

Prince was an OL coach...he'll be fine.   

[michigancat]

where is jordy? why can't we recruit a big-time receiver? Moreira and figurs will be gone after this year. Time to reach into the jucos

Lamark.  We offered a JUCO WR.  I'll look for the link.

[JavaCat]

Not looking like Jordy will contribute much this year. Injury to his knee has made him a decoy at best.

[Andy]

he's definitely proven he can throw on the run well.   his pocket passes still sail on him quite a bit, which appears common for young qb's.  only a matter of time, then his compl. % should shoot up too.

[ctshusker]

I thought Freeman showed why we wanted him so badly! He's going to an excellent QB for you guys. For getting sacked 4 times and numerous hurries he stood in there and delivered the ball very well. "IF" you get an O-line that can give a little protection and develop a running game he'll be a winner for KSU. I was impressed for freshman making only his 2nd start. I do believe you got solidly out coached but that happens. Don’t forget it was only 2 seasons ago we had our FIRST losing season in about 40 years. BC is doing an excellent job rebuilding our program. Give your new coach at least 3 seasons before making a final judgment about him and his system. He was left with the cupboard pretty bare which is what happened to Callahan. Prince has made some mistakes about how you treat personal but maybe he’s also learning. He was never a head coach before so it takes time. We’ll see you all in Lincoln next year. BTW I’m thrilled we’ll have a big time QB in Sam Keller next season. He’s as good a passer as you’ll see in the Big 12 next season…… Good luck with the rest of your season... beat Mizzo!   

[WILDCAT NATION]

I'm interested to see what the kid can do with an OL...or a running game of some sort.

I wanted to rip somone's nuts off for not letting him run the sneak....no way in hell he doesn't get the TD.

[PurpleReign]

We have a mediocre O-line.  It's just that our playcalling is so fuqin predictable all defenses have to do is react.  They know when we are running the ball, so the linebackers simply run downhill and make plays without any thinking.  They know when we will pass, so they can zone blitz at will.  Even when teams don't blitz, it's hard for an olineman to pass block when d linemen know we are going to drop back and throw the ball.  If I were a dlineman against KSU I would be licking my chops.  Also, #54 for UNL was disgusting.  Wafford was just getting thrown around by that dude and Wafford is a solid OLmen.

[ds43fan]

Freeman took some big (late) licks out there and kept getting up and throwing well. this guy may bolt after his 3rd year and i won't blame him one bit for it

[Kat Kid]

Freeman took some big (late) licks out there and kept getting up and throwing well. this guy may bolt after his 3rd year and i won't blame him one bit for it

To the canadian league?

[tfree32]

if he improves at all, which he certainly will, think how good he will be, add a few more completions to his total as he matures and he's the best qb in the league

Freeman kept his composure, which was impressive considering the amount of heat he was getting. A few more completions don't make him the best in the league though...that's just ignorant to say.

Zach Taylor is far superior as a QB to Freeman. Sam Keller is better now, and will be still better next year. Joe Ganz is better than Freeman. That's three just at Nebraska that are better than Freeman. He looks like he has some promise, but saying a couple of completions make him the best in the league is ridiculous.

[coitus]

nebraska hides their qb in thier offense.  that's how good he is.

[tfree32]

Nebraska actually has an offense...that's the difference.

We can run the ball, and don't need to drop back and throw 50 times a game in order to have a chance. When you're limited to about 20 or so rushing yards for the game, you don't have much choice but to 'feature' the QB, even if he's running for his life...Run Josh Run... I thought they might need a spatula to scrape him off the turf after a couple of those hits.

Oh, and we're normally ahead, and running makes good sense to run the clock. When you're like K-State, and playing from behind most of the time, you throw the ball more.

  K-State!!!

[coitus]

i wasn't just referring to the ksu game.

your stupidity is the reason your mother quit loving you.

[tfree32]

My post wasn't just referring to the K-State game...apparently they need to work some "Hooked on Phonics" into the curriculum there at K-State.

Oh, and my massive manhood is the reason that your mom keeps loving me...

Just FYI, that $2 a pop is supplementing your food stamps and helping her buy you government cheese. I would think you would show more appreciation.

[CatKiller]

nebraska hides their qb in thier offense.  that's how good he is.

Not sure what you mean by "hiding."  Any smart staff is going to play to their player strengths and try to mask or minimize deficiencies.  Zac is not going to be compared to Leinart or Vince Young, but you can bet your ass that OU probably wishes that they had him right now.  Freeman has more upside and is an impressive prospect physically.  He was definitely more effective rolling out than under center, but the pass rush had something to do with it.  Can't wait for the duel next year between Freeman and Keller.  Should be a good game.  I have heard so many mixed things about Coach Prince that I can't tell if you guys like him or not, but that Raheem Morris can coach. Your D is in my opinion outstanding and that won't show up in the newspapers all the time, but no one is going to blow you guys out with that defense.  

[tfree32]

Can't wait for the duel next year between Freeman and Keller.  Should be a good game.

Keller will smoke Freeman...he's got a shot at being a 1st round NFL draft pick, and with Purify, Nunn, Hardy, Swift, etc., Lucky as the featured back, and a better O-Line, we will roll to victory.

[mjrod]

Can't wait for the duel next year between Freeman and Keller.  Should be a good game.

Keller will smoke Freeman...he's got a shot at being a 1st round NFL draft pick, and with Purify, Nunn, Hardy, Swift, etc., Lucky as the featured back, and a better O-Line, we will roll to victory.

Lemme guess.  You think Keller is going to be better because...

Anyone who understands players knows that having a year off is not going to make him better.  And what if he gets hurt?   You're just trying to make yourself feel better when in fact, you're probably scared crapless that you might not ever have another change to talk smack on KSU again.

I can understand that.

In all seriously, Keller is a good QB, but he's going into a new system with a year off, and that's going to cause issues for you.  I expect Keller to do OK, but if you think he's going to be better than Zac, you're kidding yourself.

Unless you spend time in the offense, you're never going to get better.  You can dog on Freeman all you want to, but he's going to end up smarter and better being in this system and be able to work with the guys on the line to make himself better.

If I were you, I would start to see this for what it is:  KSU has got a QB for the next three years that is going to go places.  NU is going to have to retool each year with a new QB for at least the next two years.  This is/was your only shot to make it back to the top before you drop off again, if all you're talking about is QB play.

[tfree32]

Keller is touted as a potential first round NFL draft pick. He's got a massive amount of big game experience, is a smart kid, and gets a year to learn the offense before taking over. Taylor is a good QB in his own right, but lacks the talent that Keller has. We lose a few important guys on our defensive front, but otherwise the Huskers will be far better next year than this year. Great QB, Great RBs (esp Lucky), Great WRs, a better offensive line, and a far better secondary. The Huskers are good this year, but will be loaded for bear next year.

[coitus]

they're hiding taylor when they don't even let him throw when the game's on the line.

or you could realize that there is a freshman and a sophomore qb in the big 12 that have better ratings than taylor.

and another sophomore that is carrying is actually carrying his team, and not just baggage that needs to be protected.

you twerps are crap stupid.

[ascxiii]

freeman>taylor