2012 Northwestern

October 20, 2012 - Evanston, IL. Coming off a bye week, the Huskers look to avenge their 2011 home loss to Northwestern. The Huskers stumble early, turning the ball over twice on special teams but rally past the Wildcats in a wild finish. Taylor Martinez accounts for 4 total touchdowns and brings the Huskers back from a 12-point 4th quarter deficit to take the lead late in the game. Sophomore running back Ameer Abdullah continues to shine in Rex Burkhead's absence with his third 100-yard rushing performance of the season. The Blackshirts hold Northwestern to 301 yards of total offense and keep the Huskers in the game despite 4 NU turnovers. Martinez hits tight end Ben Cotton in the end-zone to take a 29-28 with 2:08 left to play and the Blackshirts hold on for the win. Includes video footage of entire game as filmed by Husker Vision. DVD video, 103 minutes.