This video by Jon Johnston explores the rich history of Nebraska football, emphasizing that the team's legacy extends well beyond the well-known era starting with coach Bob Devaney in 1962.
Johnston highlights Nebraska's undefeated 1915 team under coach Ewald O. Stiehm, known as the Stiehm Rollers, and discusses whether Nebraska should claim a national title for that year. He contextualizes the era, noting the dominance of Eastern teams like Harvard and Yale until the 1910s and how Nebraska's recognition at a national level was hindered by geographical biases and a lack of exposure to top teams.
The video also touches on the significance of the Rose Bowl as a potential game-changer for national recognition, which Nebraska missed out on due to financial decisions by the university's faculty board.
Additionally, Johnston reflects on the broader issues of claiming national titles in college football, suggesting that recognizing the 1915 team could enrich Nebraska's historical appreciation and spark engaging discussions among fans.
00:00 Introduction
01:03 College Football In 1915
04:41 1915 Nebraska
08:36 The National Title Argument
10:22 The 1915 Post Season
15:22 Claiming National Titles
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