I think Texas will win, but it will be tight, and more of a defensive struggle....so say something like 24-21 Texas. If NU can run the ball effectively, control the clock, and set up some play action, they might have a shot. Our front seven on defense can be dominant, but I still have some serious questions about our secondary, particularly against the caliber of WR that Texas will roll out there.
Next year, with Bowman, Jones, Thenarse, and Grixby, the defense will be better able to match up to the top teams. Losing Bowman in preseason was a huge blow to being competitive in these matchups this year.