Bo Big Red is getting some love from Cory McCartney of Sports Illustrated.

Spring’s biggest winners and losers

WINNERS

Bo Pelini, Nebraska: Last year it was Nick Saban, but the toast of this spring was unquestionably Pelini. Cornhuskers fans are clamoring for any sign of the program moving in a positive direction following the stagnant Bill Callahan era, which is why a record 80,149 filled Memorial Stadium for the Red-White Game (25,869 more than last year’s spring game).

The verdict? A number of Huskers showed up for spring looking leaner to fit Pelini’s “fast and physical” credo, including I-back Quentin Castille, who has reportedly trimmed 20 pounds. It’s a mold that will bring the speed that was Pelini’s calling card at LSU. The new coach is already making an immediate impact with his players and fans. In April, what more can you really ask for?