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Colorado vs Nebraska: 5 Things to Know

By Daniel Schalk

DENVER, CO - AUGUST 31: Handlers for the Colorado Buffaloes mascot "Ralphie" run across the field before a football game against Colorado State Rams at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on August 31, 2018 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Joe Mahoney/Getty Images)
DENVER, CO - AUGUST 31: Handlers for the Colorado Buffaloes mascot "Ralphie" run across the field before a football game against Colorado State Rams at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on August 31, 2018 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Joe Mahoney/Getty Images) /
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DENVER, CO – AUGUST 31: Wide receiver Laviska Shenault Jr. #2 of the Colorado Buffaloes gets tripped up by cornerback V.J. Banks #19 of the Colorado State Rams in the first quarter at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on August 31, 2018 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Joe Mahoney/Getty Images)
DENVER, CO – AUGUST 31: Wide receiver Laviska Shenault Jr. #2 of the Colorado Buffaloes gets tripped up by cornerback V.J. Banks #19 of the Colorado State Rams in the first quarter at Broncos Stadium at Mile High on August 31, 2018 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Joe Mahoney/Getty Images) /

2. Laviska Shenault Jr. is an unknown star

Mile High Maniac previewed the Rocky Mountain Showdown in detail leading up to last week’s game. One player who I failed to mention, sophomore Laviska Shenault Jr. who was a dominant force against Colorado State.

He tallied 11 receptions for 211 yards and one score.

He was Steven Montez’ favorite target and was an integral part of the gameplan.

Expect a heavy dose of Shenault again, as he separated himself from the other Buffs receivers last week. The ultra-athletic receiver can line up outside, in the slot, as an H-back or a standard running back.

He could be a household name once the 2018 season is complete.

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