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 consensus of the recruits willing to share their individual priorities is:

1. Coaches

2. Game-day atmosphere (fan loyalty/quality of people)

3. Tradition/culture (bowl history, major award winners, success in the NFL)

4. Strength and conditioning program

5. Academic support/life skills program

6. Athletic Director

7. Major degree offering/campus atmosphere

8. Facilities (including locker room, weight room, etc.)

9. Players (past, present and future)

10. Nutrition/medical services

[via Huskers.com]