The Series

This is the fourth game in this series, and Ohio State leads 2-1 with victories in 1955 and 1956. Ohio State lost in Lincoln last year 34-27.

Last Year
Ohio State lost its first Big Ten game of 2011, with a final score of 34-27. Ohio State built a 14 point lead at halftime with a field goal by Basil, Miller's touchdown pass to Stoneburner, a 63 yard touchdown run by Hyde, and a second FG by Basil. Nebraska was limited to two FGs in the first half. In the third quarter Carlos Hyde added a second touchdown run, building the Ohio State lead to 21 points. Unfortunately that was the last score by the Buckeyes, as the offense came to a screeching halt with a fumble by Miller and his ankle injury on the next possession. After struggling in the first half against the OSU defense, Nebraska scored four touchdowns in the second half to take the lead and eventually the victory. Bauserman came in for the injured Miller and he struggled by only completing one pass in ten attempts. Miller finished with 95 passing yards and 91 rushing yards. Carlos Hyde lead Ohio State with 104 rushing yards. Nebraska scored the last 28 points. The 21 point Ohio State lead was the largest lead overcome by an Ohio State opponent.