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He hasn't had to pass much, throwing for just 660 yards and three touchdowns to three interceptions, but the youngster has made up for that with his legs.
Martinez has rushed for 737 yards on the year and scored 12 times thanks to his feet. Nebraska's read-option offense gives Martinez an opportunity to take one to the house on every single play.
The only question is whether he can get his passing numbers up to be that dual-threat quarterback Heisman voters like.
He will have a test this weekend as Nebraska takes on the Texas Longhorns at home.