Friday Husker Pick’em – Oklahoma

Remember this play? Kyle Ringenberg, M.D., sure does. He’s was a tight end for the Huskers at the time and was in the huddle when it was called. Add a comment to this story and share your NU-OU memories with us.

In 2001, Nebraska and Oklahoma were both highly ranked and undefeated as the Sooners came into Lincoln.

Our panelist Kyle Ringenberg, M.D., was a junior tight end for the Huskers.

“I caught the first reception of my career, which went for a nice gain and a first down,” he said. “A Sports Illustrated photographer took a nice photo of me inverted in the air, getting upended after the catch.”

What most people remember from the game was ‘Black 41 flash reverse pass,’ better known as the “Mike Stuntz to Eric Crouch” pass that helped NU ice a 20-10 win over the Sooners.

“I remember being in the huddle when Coach Solich made that call and thinking to myself, ‘I can’t believe we’re actually running that play,'” Dr. Ringenberg said. “Looking back, I’m proud to be able to say that I played a part in one of the more memorable NU-OU games in history.”

Below, our other panelists share NU-OU memories.

The picks Dr Hill – Oklahoma 28, NU 24 Team Runco/Kelsay – NU 20, Oklahoma 16 Dr. Ringenberg – NU 27, Oklahoma 24 Bonus pick Heard this one through the grapevine: Bob Bartee, vice chancellor for external affairs – NU 21, Oklahoma 17

Dr. Hill says, “I played at the time of the ‘Game of the Century.’ With Bob Devaney at the helm, it was wild and crazy during OU week. I remember the OU-Nebraska games as life changing events. Celebrities were everywhere. I will miss this true rivalry.”

Chad Kelsay says, “Too often as a little boy it seemed like OU would break my heart. With the transition to the Big 12, I only had the opportunity to play OU two years, both being NU blowouts. While beating OU was great, these lopsided wins were not what this game was all about. It is great to see that in this last year (of the Big 12), the championship will be decided by this old-school matchup.”

Lisa Runco says, “I remember last year — what a nail-biter. I was pacing the underground area below the North Stadium for the entire fourth quarter. I didn’t want to leave but I couldn’t bear to watch. It was a great show and now there is only one left. Go Huskers!”