#8 Austin Cassidy
Sr • S • 6-1 • 210 lbs
| Hometown: | LINCOLN, NE |
| Previous School: | SOUTHWEST |
| Recruiting Class: | 2007 |
Draft Recap for Huskers
Bo Pelini has again coached defensive players with professional football potential into high NFL draft picks. Highlighted by defensive tackle Jared Crick and linebacker Lavonte David, the draft class also included corner Alfonzo Dennard who slipped because of off-field troubles and offensive tackle Marcel Jones who was mentioned as a …
All-Big Ten Teams Testament to NU Walk-On Program
<font size="2">When the All-Big Ten teams were announced, it was no surprise to see Butkus finalist Lavonte David, cornerback extraordinaire Alfonzo Dennard, and workhorse/Superman Rex Burkhead honored as first team selections. Given his performances this season, it was also no shock to see walk-on kicker/punter Brett Maher receive top honors …
Huskers Stomp Mudhole in Golden Gophers
Nebraska had its most dominant effort of the season taking a 34-0 halftime lead on its way to a 41-14 victory at Minnesota. NU scored on each of its first half drives which included a fumble return for a touchdown by defensive back Austin Cassidy.
Decoding Coach Speak: "They Made a Lot of Mistakes"
In his weekly press conference, Bo Pelini pulled few punches. He said his team, particularly his defense, needed to execute better. His comment about his linebacking corps - "they made some plays, they made a lot of mistakes" - raised some eyebrows considering how the NU linebackers filled the stat …
What We Learn From the Depth Chart
<span lang="">The first football depth chart always provides some surprises. One takeaway is that it's fair to say that the walk-on program is still very much alive. Another is that the true freshman we've heard so much about on offense will indeed be in the mix. Finally, the number of …
What We Know Now
As far as game week press conferences for an FCS opponent go, Monday's season opener was a fairly good one. The coaches were a little more upfront on depth chart questions and all in all there were some illuminating bits. Here's a recap:
Position Battle Buzz - Defense
There's no actual depth chart on the horizon so lets take a couple of minutes for round two of the annual August parlor game: Guessing the depth chart. We won't know anything for sure until Sept. 3 but here's my take on what's happened so far this fall. …
Bo's Best Defense?
In the past two seasons, Nebraska fans have been treated to two tremendous defenses. In 2009, it was led by Ndamukong Suh and a front four that collapsed the pocket quickly, ending plays before they could begin. In 2010, it was a secondary that made completing passes seem downright futile. …
Huskers Squander Two Touchdown Lead, Beat Iowa State in Overtime
<font size="3">Playing without their starting quarterback, Nebraska needed the defense, running game, and special teams to deliver a victory. The Huskers managed to put 24 points on the board to take a 24-10 lead, but gave it back in short order by yielding a long touchdown drive and a short …
Demorrio Williams the Hybrid Template for Lavonte David
Bo Pelini's stint as the Husker's defensive coordinator in 2003 did more than just endear the coach to the state of Nebraska, it gave him the opportunity to work with one of the schools most dynamic linebackers in recent history. Under the tutelage of Pelini, Demorrio Williams was able to …
Updated Roster Provides New Information
Fans never get to know everything that people in the Athletic Department do, and that's probably a good thing. But from time to time, they tip their hand a bit and provide some new insights on the team. When Huskers.com updated their bios and roster, it gave some clues about some …
NFL Draft Illustrates NU's 2010 Needs on Defense
The NFL draft provided Husker fans reason to celebrate. They could cheer for three former players getting a chance to make a very good living playing the game. At the same time, those young men entering the NFL stage means they exit the NU program and leave the Huskers major holes …
Austin Cassidy Drawing Attention
When Husker fans count their blessings for their deep secondary, they rattle off a lot of names before they get to Austin Cassidy. But because of his body type, (he's listed at 6'1" and 210 lbs.) he's getting some attention as a good candidate to be the new hybrid linebacker/safety for …
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- Four-Time Big 12 Commissioner’s Spring Academic Honor Roll (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011)
- Four-Time Big 12 Commissioner’s Fall Academic Honor Roll (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010)
- First-Team CoSIDA Academic All-District VII (2010)
- First-Team Academic All-Big 12 (2010)
- First-Team ESPN Academic All-District VII (2009, 2010)
- Dr. Gerald Lage Award Recipient
- Honorable-Mention All-Big Ten (Media, 2011)
- Campbell Trophy Semifinalist (Most Outstanding Student-Athlete, 2011)
- First-Team CoSIDA Academic All-American (2011)
- Academic All-District VII (2011)
- Academic All-Big Ten (2011)
- First-Team Capital One/CoSIDA Academic All-American (2010)
- First-Team Capital One Academic All-District VII (2009, 2010)