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Huskers blow early lead for second straight week in 'extremely frustrating' loss at Purdue

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Nebraska vs. Purdue, 11.02.2019

Nebraska quarterback Adrian Martinez (2) is on the ground after being tackled in the first half against Purdue on Saturday at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind.

Nebraska vs. Purdue, 11.02.2019

Nebraska cornerback Braxton Clark (17) tackles Purdue wide receiver Amad Anderson during the first half in November 2019 at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind.

Nebraska defensive lineman Ben Stille (95) celebrates after tackling Purdue running back King Doerue (22) for a loss during the first half Nov. 2, 2019, at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana.

Nebraska wide receiver JD Spielman (10) catches a pass in front of Purdue defensive end Semisi Fakasiieiki (97) in the second half Saturday at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind.

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WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — For the second straight week, Nebraska put its boot on an opponent’s throat early in the game.

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Nebraska cornerback Braxton Clark (17) tackles Purdue wide receiver Amad Anderson during the first half in November 2019 at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind.

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Nebraska wide receiver JD Spielman (10) catches a pass in front of Purdue defensive end Semisi Fakasiieiki (97) in the second half Saturday at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind.

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