rome fell because rome wasn't defended.
centuries of decline, neglect and apathy did in rome.
when rome finally 'fell', hardly anyone noticed: the barbarians weren't at the gates, *they* were actually calling the shots from behind the walls.
the lesson here is that greatness isn't an accident or a given: you want it, you fight for it.
so what does that have to do with nebraska football?
... dunno... i'm just putting my liberal arts degree to work...
but look at the fighting spirit of our boys and tell me we aren't destined for greatness once more!