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LINCOLN (BS) -- That's what we get for openly discussing NU's many halted streaks over the past two years. Now Husker fans can chalk up another.

On Saturday, KSU got their first win in Lincoln since the Johnson Administration (Lyndon not Andrew). At least this one wasn't a shutout like 12-0 loss KSU handed Nebraska in 1968.

In fact, the game was tied 7-7 at halftime as both teams struggled to move the ball against their defensive counterparts.

The seemingly close game unraveled in the 3rd quarter when blitzing linebacker Bryan Hickman popped the ball loose with his blindside hit on Jammal Lord.

The ball was recovered by Andrew Shull inside the NU 30 and KSU converted when Ell Roberson ran into the end zone untouched from 11 yards out.

After the Huskers went three and out, Kansas State mounted a 15-play drive that consumed six minutes, resulting in a field goal and a 17-7 lead.

Although a ten point deficit is by no means out of reach (especially at home with a quarter to play), it felt like the game was all but over at that point.

Nebraska had scratched and clawed its way to a tie score at halftime. It was very apparent that they couldn't make a huge mistake if they hoped to win.

Unfortunately, a turnover near your own red zone qualifies as a "huge" or even "catastrophic" mistake. The Huskers were never able to recover after that.

This game had huge implications in the Big XII as Kansas State is now likely to advance to the Championship game against consensus #1 Oklahoma.

Although you always want the chance to compete against the best teams, many have wondered if playing Oklahoma this season is truly a reward.

We have to be honest when we say that Nebraska vs. Oklahoma -- despite their glorious history head-to-head -- would have been a severe mismatch.

As it is, Kansas State is probably better equipped to challenge the Sooners, though we still expect a convincing OU victory (regardless of the opponent).

Where does this leave Nebraska?

Quite simply, the 8-3 Huskers must win in their season finale at 5-6 Colorado in order to reach the nine-win plateau and restore their damaged pride.

Despite a horrendous start that included a 42-30 loss to Baylor (*smirk*), Colorado is now playing their best football.

Of course, Colorado is ALWAYS playing its best football of the season when the Nebraska game rolls around.

It's practically become an annual rite for CU to salvage their season by attempting to ruin Nebraska's. The past two years, they've accomplished their mission.

Perhaps Nebraska can halt someone else's streak for a change.