OU at Nebraska: Breaking down the matchups

I’m not sure even Bo Pelini knows yet who will start for him come Saturday between Cody Green and Zac Lee.

Edge: OU

Running backs
When healthy, DeMarco Murray is an elite back.

When healthy, so is Roy Helu Jr. Both are looking healthier this week.

Edge: Even

Wide receivers
Dejuan Miller appears primed to take over as Ryan Broyles’ wingman.

Niles Paul is the only Husker with more than 16 catches.

Edge: OU

Tight ends
The Sooners are using Eric Mensik more and more.

The Huskers play a ton of tight ends, led by Mike McNeill.

Edge: Nebraska

Offensive line

The Sooners appear to be slowly getting better up front.

The Huskers appear to be slowly getting worse up front.

Edge: OU

Defensive line
Led by GK McCoy, OU has arguably the best defensive front in all of college football.

Led by Ndamukong Suh, Nebraska has arguably the best defensive front in all of college football.

Edge: Even

Linebackers
The Sooners are talented and seasoned.

The Huskers are talented, but still young.

Edge: OU

Defensive backs

Led by their corners, OU’s DBs have been strong.

But Nebraska has put together one of the pass defenses in the nation.

Edge: Nebraska

Special teams
NU’s Alex Henery is one of the best kickers in the nation.

OU just benched Jimmy Stevens for inexperienced freshman Tress Way.

Edge: Nebraska