The difference between BIG 12 team #1 and team #16 is 10 seconds and a little magic. So yes we must bring our best game plan and execute well to have a chance at winning another Big 12 road game.
But that is exactly where my hope/confidence rests —on our coaches proven ability to come up with an appropriate game plan and adjustments, and our players proven ability to execute. That 60 seconds of magic last week was not luck.
But what Vegas thinks at this point, and the 2-hour time difference, and statistical extrapolation from other games etc. are irrelevant IMHO. Every college football game is unique in its matchups and optimum strategic preparations, etc..
Take 5mg of melatonin and a mug of warm Pero two hours before bedtime this Friday evening. If the anxiety continues on Saturday, take 1 dose of chocolate (6-8 squares) every hour until symptoms subside.