• Stop by the HuskerPedia Hangout tailgate before the Spring Game.

• Joe Ganz* is upbeat after the Huskers' spirited, 80-play scrimmage on Saturday.

• The linebacking corps hopes to avoid the injury bug. Steve Octavien sees some action at rush end.

• Placekickers* Jake Wesch and Alex Henery try to seize an opportunity. Ndamukong Suh shows his versatility. Rickey Thenarse thrives on the big hit.* Notes from Friday: 1, 2, 3

• Zach Potter plans to fill Adam Carriker's shoes by being himself.

• The offensive players get used to the quarterbacks' individual quirks.

• J.B. Phillips: Is he a tight end or a fullback?* Sometimes a little of both.

• Cody Glenn plays with pain as his foot injury still hampers his running.

• Redshirt freshman Keith Williams is ready to contribute at offensive guard. Notes from Wednesday: 1, 2, 3

• Zack Bowman's injury makes this spring seem like a flashback to Andre Jones.

• Corey McKeon assesses the state of the defense and QBs Ganz and Keller.

• Clayton Sievers* hopes his latest position is the one that sticks.

• Kevin Cosgrove expects a speedy recovery for Zack Bowman. Notes from Monday's practice.

• Walk-on Andy Poulosky works into contention* at defensive end.

• There are a few tickets still available for the DREAM Spring Game event.

• It's a pivotal spring for D.J. Jones and other young offensive linemen.

• Shukree Barfield is happy to be in Lincoln after his detour through Kansas.

• The contenders at fullback have big shoes to fill.

• Zack Bowman's injury puts the cornerbacks on the hot seat.

• Bill Callahan's drive to learn brings a parade of coaches to town.

• The defense has the upper hand in Saturday's scrimmage.

• The Saints' Sean Payton comes away impressed by Friday's practice.

• Marcus Mendoza makes an early impression with his speed.

• Will Henry works overtime at improving* his receiving skills.

• Dueling golf outings on the day before the spring game raise some eyebrows.

• Zack Bowman's knee injury is expected to sideline him for 4½ to 6 months.

• Injuries strike Zack Bowman and Kenny Wilson. Wednesday notes: 1, 2, 3

• Patrick Witt is glad to have a head start on learning the ropes at quarterback.

• Shukree Barfield aims for a starting spot this fall on the defensive line.

• It's a day for attention to focus on the defense: Larry Asante brings determination and hard hitting to the strong-safety* position, and Zach Potter's opportunity is finally at hand.* Notes from Monday: 1, 2

• Matt Slauson (1, 2) and Major Culbert (1, 2, 3) deal with their position switches.

• Football is just one challenge for Pierre Allen. Notes from Saturday: 1, 2, 3

• The cornerbacks are gunning for more interceptions, and Randy Jordan wants the I-backs to have a sense of urgency. Notes from Friday: 1, 2, 3

• Maurice Purify sets high goals for himself, and Zack Bowman intends to improve on his strong finish in 2005. Beau Davis is driven by the hope for redemption.

• Carl Nicks aims to be a force at the "money spot" at left tackle. Thursday notes.

• Sam Keller is issued a citation for disturbing the peace.

• Maurice Purify drops some pounds after getting an ultimatum from Ted Gilmore.

• The pace is fast as Sam Keller begins his push* for the QB job. Notes: 1, 2

• Join several former Huskers on Friday night before the Spring Game.

• Spring drills begin today,* and finding a fullback is on the coaches' "to do" list. More: Bo Ruud (1, 2), notes (1, 2*).

• Bill Callahan talks about the competition at QB on the eve of spring drills.

• The 2007 Blackshirts have leaders, Kevin Cosgrove says.

• Bill Callahan says the Huskers' are on course for further improvement in 2007.

• Shawn Watson is set to fine-tune, not overhaul, the Husker offense.

• All eyes are on the QB race, but there's competition at all positions, and the LJS lists a dozen players to watch. Spring-practice notes, and a Callahan Q&A.

• Who will step up this season into leadership roles on the defense?

• Maurice Purify has added some weight that he hopes to shed.

• Carl Nicks is set to take over the left tackle spot on the O-line.

• Zack Bowman will be held out of spring contact but intends to bring excitement to the defense in the fall.

• Jeff checks in with a pre-spring Scarlet Commentary.

• O-line woes: Mike Huff is injured, and tackle Chris Patrick's status is uncertain.

• Joe Ganz is ready to make a serious run at the starting QB job.

• Zac Taylor returns from the NFL Combine disappointed in his 40-yard-dash time.

• Sam Keller works at learning the offense as he faces a fight for the QB job.

• Cody Glenn works toward being back in action for spring practice.

• Marlon Lucky leaves the hospital and gets ready to resume winter workouts.

• Injuries force Kenny Wilson and Cody Glenn to skip winter conditioning.