Needing a spark against Michigan State, the Husker offense got it on a 45-yard catch-and-run from Jacory Barney Jr. in the third quarter.

Turns out, that play didn't happen the way it was supposed to.

Barney was to run toward the sideline, but the sophomore wideout noticed a gap in the defense, planted his foot and took off running up the middle of the field.

Most quarterbacks wouldn’t be able to adapt to the unpredictability of the situation and deliver an inch-perfect throw to a new spot on the field — Dylan Raiola made it look routine.

“The (throw) he (Raiola) made on the play to Jacory, not many guys are going to make that,” Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule said.

Plays like that and the innate chemistry and understanding between teammates that are required to produce them are par th

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