Sharkfeet keeps a list of the greatest football players in modern Husker history (see his site for the player’s bios). It was fun to read through these names, as they evoke many good memories.

Tommie Frazier (Quarterback, 1992-1995)
Mike Rozier (I-Back, 1981-1983)
Roger Craig (I-Back, 1979-1982)
Tom Rathman (Fullback, 1983-1985)
Joel Makovicka (Fullback, 1995-1998)
Irving Fryar (Wingback, 1981-1983)
Johnny Rodgers (Wingback/Punt Returner, 1970-1972)
Junior Miller (Tight End, 1977-1979)
Bob Newton (Offensive Tackle, 1969-70)
Dave Rimington (Offensive Center, 1979-82)
Will Shields (Offensive Guard, 1989-1992)
Dean Steinkuhler (Offensive Guard, 1981-83)
Aaron Taylor (Center/Offensive Guard, 1994-1997)
Zach Wiegert (Offensive Tackle, 1991-94)
Bobby Newcombe (Wingback,Punt Returner,Quarterback, 1997-2000)

Rich Glover (Middle Guard, 1970-72)
Jason Peter (Defensive Tackle, 1994-1997)
Neil Smith (Defensive Tackle, 1985-1987)
Grant Wistrom (Rush End, 1994-1997)
Trev Alberts (Rush End, 1990-1993)
Broderick Thomas (Outside Linebacker, 1985-1988)
Marc Munford (Linebacker, 1984-1986)
Tom Novak (Linebacker, 1946-1949)
Ed Stewart (Linebacker, 1991-1994)
Michael Booker (Cornerback, 1994-1996)
Mike Brown (Rover, 1996-1999)
Ralph Brown (Cornerback, 1996-99)
Mike Minter (Rover, 1993-1996)

Kris Brown (Place-kicker, 1995-1998)
Jesse Kosch (Punter, 1994-1997)
Tyrone Hughes (Returns, 1989-1992)

By no means is this list exhaustive. But damn, these guys are fine football players.