I'm looking for Nebraska to be better than its 7-20 record last season. The Cornhuskers struggled in the rugged Big Ten going 3-16 in league play. But they've added several important players, including former Arizona State guard Alonzo Verge Jr.

Nebraska looked good in its preseason games, including beating Colorado, 82-67, at home this past Sunday.

Western Illinois last beat a Power 5 conference opponent back during the 2015-16 season. The Leathernecks finished seventh in the nine-team Summit League with a 5-9 conference mark last season.

I have Nebraska power-rated to win this game by more than 20 points.