Four Thoughts on Nebraska's Las Vegas Bowl Matchup vs. Utah

by T.J. Birkel

It’s official: Nebraska will play Utah in the Las Vegas Bowl on December 31. After much speculation and reporting that this would be the Huskers’ likely destination and opponent, it was confirmed on Sunday. After a disappointing end to the regular season, the Big Red will have the chance to end the 2025 season on a high note.

With that in mind, here are four thoughts on Nebraska’s Las Vegas Bowl matchup versus Utah.

Vegas, Baby! You have to assume plenty of Husker fans will be interested in traveling to Sin City for this one. Personally, I can only take Vegas in small doses, but I would imagine it’s a pretty good time on New Year’s Eve. Mix in your favorite team playing in a bowl game on top of it? There are plenty of Nebraska fans living in the Western part of the country, and plenty more willing to travel. Does anyone know if there’s still a direct flight from Grand Island? 

It’s a safe bet Husker Nation will be well represented on December 31. 

That Matchup Though. Welp, welcome to it. The Utes check in at #15 in the country and, at 10-2, are one of the best non-playoff teams in the country. What’s more, they are the #2 rushing team in the nation, averaging nearly 270 yards per game on the ground. To put it mildly, this does not appear…

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