RE: Running Game Wont Just Be Rex•Feb 22nd, 2012
Baker Steinkuhler was a 5 Star Offensive Tackle...not Defensive Tackle...so that argument is invalid. Jared Crick - 3 Star 5.6 rating - pretty good; great with N. Suh Ndamukong Suh - 4 Star 6.0 rating - Amazing So those supports the "star rating" argument I will give you credit for Roy …more »
RE: Running Game Wont Just Be Rex•Feb 21st, 2012
I can't find any video of Mike Marrow from high school (outside of rivals.com), so here is a video of him from rivals.com. http://rivals.yahoo.com/video/recruiting-football/Mike-Marrow-Highlights-1-9096 I wonder how much time he will split with CJ Zimmerer...he's been there longer than Mike Marrow and was a 3 star as well. Here's a video …more »
RE: Running Game Wont Just Be Rex•Feb 21st, 2012
I'm not denying he had "one heck of a 'true' freshm(a)n season". I'm just saying that he doesn't seem dependable enough because he fumbles the ball too often. i.e. Wisconsin, South Carolina (inside the goal line on a drive that possibly lost us the game), and Michigan. That's way too many …more »
RE: Running Game Wont Just Be Rex•Feb 20th, 2012
Good...Abdullah fumbles the ball too often. I'm not one to be pessimistic but I honestly think Abdullah will be one of those players who kind of just exploded onto the scene (so to speak) and doesn't really do anything after that...I'm probably wrong...and I hope I am, but I think we …more »
RE: Looking Ahead: Big Ten Recruiting 2013•Feb 11th, 2012
I've never seen Minter Jr. play, but I do know that he has offers from South Carolina and Clemson (and other places).
RE: Looking Ahead: Big Ten Recruiting 2013•Feb 10th, 2012
I've been looking into a lot of these highly touted recruits. Nebraska actually has a better chance at landing many of them than other schools do. Priest Willis' dad is a HUGE Husker fan. And has a family friend who trains him that is a former Blackshirt (Toby Wright). Su'a Cravens …more »
RE: Tipping Points May Be Tipping NU's Way•Jan 11th, 2012
I think a lot of this really comes down to how there are the glass half full and the glass half empty people. Some people say there is "x" amount of liquid "y" in glass "A". Others say "I don't care how much is in there, whether it is filling up …more »
RE: Tipping Points May Be Tipping NU's Way•Jan 10th, 2012
Johnny_Nebraska Very good points. However, I'm afraid the Husker fanbase will not be so kind. I believe Bo Pelini needs to win at least 10 games next year. I'm not sure about a B1G championship/appearance due to the possibility that Michigan could potentially be VERY good next year and be a …more »
RE: Michigan, Robinson Presents Enormous Challenge•Nov 15th, 2011
michikehn: I would have 7 guys in the box, and hold your secondary (2 safeties and two CB's) back into a zone coverage. Michigan's best chance is to force Nebraska to pass the ball and in obvious pass situations force Taylor Martinez to execute his reads and pass accurately. To stop …more »
RE: Conversation with a Wildcat•Nov 3rd, 2011
@LansingCat: Great point. I don't know why this is an issue either. However, it does seem that there is less "passion" about this argument because I think people are getting sick of arguing about it. But yeah, I don't know why abc keeps doing the "NW". Nebraska is always "NEB" anyway. …more »
RE: Conversation about Nebraska-Wisconsin•Sep 29th, 2011
I agree. I think special teams will be a huge factor in Nebraska's favor this week. Expect Abdullah to break for a couple big runs. If he can take it to the house, that's 1 TD, a couple long runs past the 50 and 1 solid 1st down later, they've automatically …more »
RE: Nebraska Takes Care Of Business in Wyoming•Sep 25th, 2011
Ruggerhusker: Actually in highschool Taylor Martinez had 3000+ yards passing and around 700 yards rushing his senior year alone.
RE: Predictions Against Washington•Sep 16th, 2011
34-20...or 45-24...or 38-21...or 59-31...come on people...it's game 3. just enjoy the game. it's more enjoyable if you just watch it. you can still look for things, but don't try to expect something to happen. whatever happens happens
RE: Martinez Grows Up As Huskers Pull Away From Fresno State•Sep 11th, 2011
I completely agree with the starting off slow and getting better situation. Last year was the wrong way to do it. Do everything right and continue to get better. Fundamentals, fundamentals. Execution, execution. Fundamentals, fundamentals. Execution, execution. The offensive line seems to be just spinning their motor and not attacking. But …more »
RE: Martinez Grows Up As Huskers Pull Away From Fresno State•Sep 11th, 2011
I was at the game. The refs missed at least 5 holding penalties by Fresno State. And I say at least because they were BLATANT. That had something to do with it to. Their QB played very smart and the offense was very conservative. I worry about this for teams like …more »
RE: Be Wary Big Ten•Sep 9th, 2011
I gotta agree with OU7times on this one. I don't see it happening. Any of that stuff about OU asking.
RE: What to Watch For Saturday Against Fresno State•Sep 8th, 2011
My prediction: Less option. More RB handoffs. Some Play-action and a lot of Deep Balls. Really Taylor should've had about 12-15 completions of his 22 attempts. But everything was quick and around 5-15 yards from the line of scrimmage. Fresno State will be very intent on stopping the option after their …more »
RE: Game Day Pocket Guide for Fresno State•Sep 8th, 2011
That and the laid back, sarcastic sense of humor of this site shows in that caption. But nevermind that shit (anyone?), I think this will be a bit like last year's Washington game. A big offensive battle. Nebraska being disappointed in itself and trying to flex its muscles. Fresno State also …more »
RE: What We Know Now•Aug 31st, 2011
Oh ok. Thanks, guys. I live in Omaha (the 402). I've just never really payed too much/enough attention to Western Nebraska's 308. When he said "reppin' the 308" I thought about weightlifting. Haha so it just kinda confused me.
RE: Cameron Meredith on Culture•Aug 31st, 2011
*Hairs sticking up, goosebumps producing, eyes in awe, etc.* This makes me SO happy. Even if they lose a game this year I just like the sound of the old Nebraska tradition...granted losing A game is not "the old Nebraska tradition". But hey. Who cares?
RE: What We Know Now•Aug 30th, 2011
I may be the only person who doesn't know, but what is "the 308"?
RE: Circling October 1•Aug 26th, 2011
Great article and great analysis. I could not agree anymore with the "Texas game being to built up for the players" part. If the team really does learn (has learned) to just try to dominate each team no matter how bad/good they are, they should do well.
RE: Starling signs with Royals•Aug 16th, 2011
I tell you what. I'm already sick and bored of this topic. Everything that needed to be said about either of Bubba's decisions have been said pryor to his actual decision...let's talk about the HUSKERS. Not a Kansas City Royals Player.
RE: Huskers Don't Belong in Top Ten... Yet•Aug 13th, 2011
James Haha. How many times have I said "nice comment" or something to you? I can't remember anything at all. I just liked this comment. If your comments are like this one I may have said something though. Sorry if I come off as a creep. Haha. But for an original …more »
RE: Huskers Don't Belong in Top Ten... Yet•Aug 12th, 2011
James Moore: EPIC comment. I am so happy to hear that from an outsider. I just hope it "bears fruit" (quotem quote). Even for being 22 days away...still too long for me.
RE: Crick, David make conference watch list•Jul 28th, 2011
I think Alfonzo Dennard deserves to be up there. It's not like they ran out of spaces for people who could be the best CB in the conference. Besides, I see him being drafted before Lavonte David as you have already pointed out that he is picked by many to be …more »
RE: Nebraska and Iowa to Play for Hardware•Jul 27th, 2011
I think the most centric name they could call this is the Missouri River Trophy...that seems to be the most generic and centric "element" between these teams...no one has said it (as far as I have researched/seen) but I think it would be a good one.
RE: Nebraska and Iowa to Play for Hardware•Jul 27th, 2011
Landon410 That was on a ESPN blog from those tradition contests. It was said by oaknightshockey1...he was pretty cool and we're friends on ESPN now. And I humorously agree that we should decide it by that haha.
RE: Armed for Debate, Part 2•Jul 18th, 2011
That's a very good point, Jim. That's another thing about why I really think the 1995 Nebraska team is better than the 2001 team (among various others). Average score of 2001 Miami team W 42.7-9.8 (32.9) (4.36) Average score of 1995 Nebraska team W 53.2-14.5 (38.7) (3.67) But since the 2nd …more »
RE: National Championship Odds Long for Big Ten Teams•Jul 12th, 2011
I definitely agree with that James Moore. Particularly with the NU/UM matchup. That's going to cause a lot of intensity for deciding the Legends Division champion. But both programs have something to prove, so we'll have to see.
RE: National Championship Odds Long for Big Ten Teams•Jul 9th, 2011
Hahaha. Great quote Huskerfaithful...but odds are somewhat informative when you compare them to other people. I hate to say it but I agree with these odds. Why? Because just about every single one of these teams is quite capable (some not as likely - haha (another odd)) of winning the B1G. …more »
RE: A Lengthy Chat with the "Other" NU•Jun 16th, 2011
OU7TIMES: Do America a favor and just shut up. I tried telling you politely the first time and you continue to not learn from all this and continue your annoying trolling.
RE: A Lengthy Chat with the "Other" NU•Jun 16th, 2011
He did America a favor by only speaking when he had something legitimate, inarrogant, and pleasing to say and not being a guy who has no life outside of tryinig to make himself feel better about himself by trolling on a team that no longer play's in his teams conference. …more »
RE: A Lengthy Chat with the "Other" NU•Jun 15th, 2011
OU7TIMES. No one argues you are wrong or right. If they do, they didn't mean to. It's just that no one wants to hear it. Go do something with your life instead of trying to feel smart by being a smartass by pushing buttons. It doesn't even do YOU any good. …more »
RE: Five Great Players for 2011•Jun 10th, 2011
7 Great Players (Prediction) Defense (3) 1. Jared Crick 2. Lavonte David 3. Alfonzo Dennard Offense (4) 4. Taylor Martinez 5. Rex Burkhead 6. Jamal Turner 7. Aaron Green
RE: Husker Recruits Getting Love•Jun 10th, 2011
James...I THOROUGHLY enjoyed reading your comment and I am overly impressed by your knowlege and resources of the general topic of recruiting. VERY great comment.
RE: More Trouble for Buckeyes as Pryor Quits•Jun 10th, 2011
Thank you very much, Joel. That was very thoughtful. I am currently just fine but it's still getting worse and won't stop getting worse until around July...But I SHOULD be fine... But to get back to football, those are some great points, Joel. I hope Bo has a great plan to …more »
RE: More Trouble for Buckeyes as Pryor Quits•Jun 8th, 2011
I completely agree RH0. That power running game could kill us. And if Nebraska doesn't hold it like they showed weaknesses last year a little bit, it will be an eye-opener to the B1G. They would know exactly how to beat us on defense. I know this isn't the most encouraging …more »
RE: Early Consensus Makes Nebraska Legends Favorite•Jun 7th, 2011
Greg...that is quite possibly the best comment about this team and predictions prior to 2011 that I have ever heard. I could not agree with you any more.
RE: Bo, Please Don't Go!•May 31st, 2011
there is an article about it. brought to this site. but you're right. i do believe that this blog-site could give a few of its own thoughts on something so significant
RE: Bo, Please Don't Go!•May 31st, 2011
Well I know for a fact that Bo is not going to leave Nebraska this year. But I do like what you said.
RE: Bo, Please Don't Go!•May 31st, 2011
I don't see how Bo could go to a new program at this point. He is has just started a new foundation that is built around the coaches listening to him. Not a group of resume powered coaches. Bo has selected a power hungry group of coaches that will listen to …more »
RE: Profiles in Slobberknocking: Crouch Humiliates Iowa•May 10th, 2011
OU7times, Go away. Seriously. No one cares. Quit trying to win a pointless argument. Congratulations. Nebraska lost. Oklahoma is a good program. Nebraska is a good program. Both have embarassing games/moments. But really, just shut up. Sincerely, A Member of the Husker Faithful
RE: Clean Game Wanted•Apr 20th, 2011
I agree with you on the discipline thing Phil. But I would think that changing the count a lot would be beneficial. If you keep doing the same count 3-4 times and then change it, it could mess you up. Changing the count keeps the team thinking and always wondering what …more »
RE: Four Second Soundbite Delivers Summer Hope•Apr 18th, 2011
Darren, I have a problem with that hobby when it comes to predictiing statistics. You'd be VERY surprised how many different ways I have predicted the offensive yardage statistics and Score results (Points scored-Points Allowed; Avg Points scored-avg points allowed; etc). But thank you so much. This will get me through …more »
RE: Jamal Turner's Coming Out Party•Apr 17th, 2011
I cannot explain how excited I am for the fall after this game....This is going to be a LOOOONG summer. I love this speed at the WR position. Yes, Niles Paul was a big and good blocker, so is Kyler Reed. But that only takes you so far. As NFL experts …more »
RE: No-Huddle Approach Shows Bo Willing to Sacrifice Defensive Stats for Offense•Apr 13th, 2011
I think this will only help the (NU) defense. The practices will condition the defense and give them a lot of discipline and endurance. I'm really liking what I'm hearing. If you ask me something special is going on this year. It's possible that I could be entirely wrong. But I …more »
RE: Footballs in the Blue-Gray Sky•Apr 1st, 2011
This is a great analysis, Brandon. I like the point about how our pass defense might force more rush attempts. The thing that sticks out to me about the whole offensive attack from the Big XII/X was there ability to spread our defense apart to allow QB's and RB's to have …more »
RE: Does the Big 10 Run the Ball More, Better or More Better than Everyone Else?•Mar 28th, 2011
vs. Tenn Chat - W 59-0 (redemption of Washington) vs. Fresno State - W 63-7 (trying to prove consistency) vs. Washington - W 38-6 (trying to not have a repeat of Texas) @ Wyoming - W 41-10 (Wyoming play their heads off) @ Wisconsin - W 34-20 (Smashmouth fest on defense) …more »
RE: Little News is Good News•Mar 25th, 2011
The last thing any athlete, employee, student, or whatever needs is an outside to tell them how much they have accomplished. It doesn't matter how humble you are, the input from newspapers, TV, and even just people stays with you when you practice and play a game. Think about it. What …more »
RE: Finding the Right Guard (and the Left)•Mar 7th, 2011
I would agree with QB analogy, but there are differences. Offensive Line Depth is like having enough Cars in the market so in case one totals, it can be replaced. But these cars have to be developed and designed for a certain purpose. Now take the professional drivers. They need to …more »
RE: Finding the Right Guard (and the Left)•Mar 4th, 2011
I love the title of the article. But honestly, great article. You covered everyone very well and I like the point about how we definitely need to figure this out by fall for B1G Play. Let's hope that they can be ready for it well before September. But who knows? …more »
RE: Sporting News' Spring Top 10 (NU #8)•Mar 3rd, 2011
How crazy would that be if Nebraska and Oklahoma actually ended up having to face eachother in the BCS National Championship??
RE: Heard says he's in again•Mar 1st, 2011
I'll believe it when I see it. But let's just say it's true for the time being. I like how we have plenty of depth in the backfield. However, since runningbacks get the 2nd most attention on offense after I wonder if we'll ever have plays with more than one runningback …more »
RE: Big Ten Goals for Beck's Offense•Mar 1st, 2011
Excellent Points. If we could get a well handled offense that keeps the ball out of the opponent's hands, it doesn't take many points but (like you guys have already said) a great defense. Defense wins championships. In 2007 my highschool football team lost a 62-63 football shootout. The top 2 …more »
RE: What Kind of Production from New Backs?•Feb 26th, 2011
BubbaH I agree with you on the whole waiting to see how good they are. The thing is we can't relax and look at "how good we are" until the season is over. To prove our talent to others day in and day out. However, I don't agree that most coaches …more »
RE: What Kind of Production from New Backs?•Feb 26th, 2011
Darren, don't forget about the 10.4 yards per carry on Zimmerer. I really hope that Beck's philosophy has an offense that incorporates the counter of a fullback. Just like the old days.
RE: Staff Changes and Future Implications•Feb 22nd, 2011
I like it. There's no freshman or JV Football in College for players to get used to and learn the plays or anything. If they keep it relatively simple and expand things maybe a little bit as each season goes on and possibly bringing it back down to size for next …more »
RE: Underwhelmed? Don't Be.•Feb 17th, 2011
Ok I wondered that, but I was just making sure. Thanks for clearing that up with me, ha. But concerning John Garrison was a center I can see him focusing on the interior of the Offensive Line while Barney Cotton focuses on the exterior/TE's. If they can work with Tim Beck …more »
RE: 2011 Defensive Line Could Be Memorable•Feb 16th, 2011
2nd team All American Jared Crick and 5-star prospect Baker Steinkuhler on the inside. Should be very impressive. But it means nothing if they don't pull through. I think that might've happened to them last year (is it ok to say last year?). They knew they were expected to do well …more »
RE: Video: Learn to dance like Rex Burkhead•Feb 11th, 2011
Haha. I always thought Rex was one of the more reserved players on the team. If so I'm glad he's "coming out of the box".
RE: Recruiting Roundtable Discussion•Feb 10th, 2011
Good point Bill. But now that Watson is gone it looks like Bubba Starling is as good as...and MLB 1st Rounder, but I think Jamal Turner could turn out very well. Great Passing Percentage and great rushing yards. That was something Bubba lacked in was Passing percentage. In fact, last I …more »
RE: Coach Search 2011: 2/9 update•Feb 10th, 2011
I think that Tim Beck would be a great Offensive Coordinator. Why? Because he knows how to work with players to work with the O-Line, find holes, and he will be more apt to mix up the offense/plays.