Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Taylor Martinez: Nebraska Cornhuskers

SEATTLE - SEPTEMBER 18: Quarterback Taylor Martinez #3 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers rushes for an 80 yard touchdown run in the third quarter against the Washington Huskies on September 18, 2010 at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington. The Cornhuskers defea
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Redshirt freshman Taylor Martinez of the Nebraska Cornhuskers has come out of nowhere. He has led the 'Huskers to a surprising undefeated record in a very tough conference.
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.