According to Rich Kaipust of the Omaha World Herald, “Nebraska could be as young at linebacker as any time in recent memory.” “It’s go time, and it’s got to be perfect,” said Mike Ekeler, the Husker linebackers coach. “I don’t think on Saturdays (next season) you’re going to put an asterisk by it and say,…
Monthly Archives: March 2009
We’re Not In 2004 Anymore
This year’s recruits received a list of 10 alphabetized reasons to become a Husker. Each recruit was then asked to rank what single factor influenced him most in his decision to sign a letter of intent, with 1 being the most influential factor and 10 representing the least influential factor. Based on that system, the…
All-Americans Win Games
Steve Hanway at Big Red Network put together a nifty little graph that shows the relationship between the number of All-Americans on a Nebraska squad and the coach’s winning percentage. Hanway suggests that Ndamukong Suh could be named an All-American this fall and that the team’s winning percentage will likely follow the well established pattern.
Spring Two Underway
At Coach Pelini’s press conference yesterday, he said what’s he’s looking to get out of spring ball. I think we have a better handle this year on what we have on our roster and what we want to do. I think we have a better plan on both sides of the ball on where we…
Wanted: Blogging Huskers FTW
Lincoln’s Craigslist doesn’t see the kind of action Craig garners in a big city. For instance, under Writing Gigs, there are only three. Here’s one: Sports network is seeking fans to cover their beloved Huskers. Playerpress.com is the platform for your opinions to be heard by millions. Compensation is available after brief trial period. No…
Lee, Spano & Green Intend To Bring Justice To Memorial Stadium
Tad Stryker, a longtime Nebraska sports writer from North Platte, has some interesting things to say on Huskerpedia about the team’s quest for a starting QB. Here’s a sample of his thinking: The Nebraska Cornhuskers have a much-anticipated quarterback competition that begins in earnest March 25, when spring drills get underway. I don’t know enough…
Suh’s Winning Strategy: Build To Last
Spencer Schubert of News Net Nebraska (a UNL student publication) wrote a compelling human interest story about Ndamukong Suh and his decision to stay in school for his senior year. Suh led the Nebraska football team with 76 tackles last year, including a team-high 7.5 sacks. Surprisingly, he also was the co-leader in interceptions with…