The game preview that just went up at DCU.com lists both Olsen and Nelsen as "probable." I'd say that's great news--even if they can't start or play, it sounds like they shouldn't be out for too long. Bobby still listed as "questionable."
I worry about starting Ryan. Why not use a veteran like Petke in his place and save Ryan for Saturday. Better than having him get hurt again 20 minutes in and burning a sub when you have three games in eight days.
And Nowak may well do just that. I worry about starting Olsen all the time, but I'd rather see if he can go rather than never see him at all.
He played in a scrimmage last week and has been on the substitutes bench, so I assume he is ready to go. Good to hear that Benny and Nellie's injuries don't seem to be too serious!