Northwestern vs. Nebraska: TV Schedule, Radio, Game Time and More

Nebraska will host Northwestern on the heels of their biggest win of the season. The Huskers put together their most complete game of the season to take down a Michigan State team, that was ranked No. 11 entering the game, 24-3.

It was a huge win for Nebraska and has left them in great shape at No. 10 in the country.

Meanwhile, Northwestern enters this game having put an end to a five-game losing streak with a big 59-38 win over Indiana.

This game should be an interesting contrast in styles as Nebraska brings their fierce running attack and Northwestern their dynamic and efficient passing attack.

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Where: Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska

When: Saturday, November 5th at 3:30 p.m. EST

Watch: B10

Radio: Full list of Northwestern radio networks, full list of Nebraska radio networks

Betting Line: Nebraska -17 according to Bodog Sports

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Injury Report for Northwestern

According to USA Today

Day-to-day: DL Tyler Scott, WR Tony Jones

Out: RB Mike Trumpy (knee)

Injury Report Nebraska

According to USA Today

Out: DT Jared Crick (pectoral), OL Jake Cotton (knee) 

BCS/Top 25 Poll Implications

Nebraska has to handle Northwestern comfortable if they want to keep their BCS bowl chances alive. It looks like there will be a slew of one loss teams vying for those spots, and Nebraska can't afford even a close victory in this one.

Key Storyline: Can Nebraska conquer the trap game?

This is a classic trap game for Nebraska. They had a huge win against Michigan State last week, and they have a giant game against Penn State next week.

In between is a Northwestern team that they should have little trouble with.

However, the players cannot be thinking that. They need to focus all of their energy on this game. Otherwise they will be destined for disappointment.

What They're Saying: Teddy Greenstein of the Chicago Tribune talks about Northwestern's struggling defense:

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The Wildcats' defense, which is allowing a horrid 6.3 yards per play, would get a boost from the expected returns of end Tyler Scott  (neck) and linebacker Bryce McNaul  (back). Still, only cornerback Jordan Mabin  is playing at an all-conference level.

"It's unacceptable," Fitzgerald said of the 'D.' "Gotta play better. Gotta coach 'em better."

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Player to Watch for Northwestern: QB Dan Persa

Since taking over QB duties in their fourth game, senior Persa has been outstanding, and he is getting better with each game.

Last time on the field against Indiana he was 16/20 with 261 yards, three touchdowns and no interceptions.

For the season he is completing 75.5 percent of his passes and has 10 interceptions to just three interceptions.

Player to Watch Nebraska: QB Taylor Martinez

Martinez is the center of everything Nebraska tries to do on offense. He has thrown for eight touchdowns, and he has run for one more than that.

He is Nebraska's second leading rusher, and he is gaining 5.4 yards per carry.

He is vulnerable in obvious passing situations, and he is completing just 54 percent of his passes.

Key Matchup: WR Jeremy Ebert vs. CB Alfonzo Denard

Ebert is a very productive receiver that is capable of big plays. He has 45 catches for 569 yards and seven touchdowns in eight games this season.

He is going to have a hard time adding to those numbers in this game.

Denard is one of the nations best cover corners. He is quick, smart and nearly impossible to beat.

Prediction: Nebraska 42, Northwestern 31

Despite last week's solid showing, Nebraska's defense is very suspect. Especially to a good passing game, and that is exactly what Northwestern has. However, Nebraska will get enough stops, and they won't need many.

They should be able to control this game with their rushing attack.