... highest that they've been in nearly eight years. Expectations are soaring in Lincoln, Nebraska. Whispers of BCS bowls and even a run at the National Championship can be heard throughout the fanbase.

Just one thing stands between Nebraska and the No. 1 spot.

Well, technically seven things if you ask the Associated Press, which ranked Nebraska No. 8 in its preseason poll.

Taking a look at that initial poll, it makes you stop and think. How many teams on that list could Nebraska beat right now?

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