• It's only a scrimmage, but it's our only Husker football fix in a span of 246 days. So enjoy it, and get ready by reading Sam McKewon's five keys plus pregame coverage from the usual places: LJS (1, 2, 3, 4), OWH (1, 2) | Live chat | Fan reminders

• The 1998 Spring Game gave a backup receiver an unforgettable moment.

• Today is also a big one for Ron Brown and Mission Nebraska.

• Jake Wesch becomes the first five-time honoree on the Brook Berringer Citizenship Team as the 2009 members are announced.

• Will the defense dominate on Saturday? There are signs that it might.

• Saturday could prove to be an influential day on the recruiting front.

• Keith Williams tries to grow into a leadership role on the O-line.

• The wraps come off the rosters for the Red and White squads. | PDF

• There are a few Spring Game tickets left in our block.

• Here's some shuttle and road-construction for those going to the game.

• Three Spring Game primers from Sam McKewon: Offense, defense, Zac Lee.

• Even though several key players will sit out, the Spring Game still offers much worth watching, including the contenders at quarterback. Wednesday notes: 1, 2, 3, 4

• With Roy Helu sidelined, the younger running backs get a chance to shine.

• Converted safety Mathew May continues to impress at linebacker.

• QB Kody Spano will need surgery on a knee he injured in practice Monday.

• If history is any indication, the offense will struggle this year, Tad Stryker writes.

• The cornerbacks hope their added confidence means more interceptions this season. | Monday notes: 1, 2

• Zac Lee isn't approaching the Spring Game as a do-or-die moment.

• Six-foot-six Will Henry tries to grow into a regular role in the receiving corps. And P.J. Smith is making a case for playing time at safety.

• This spring is a "restart" for cornerback Anthony Blue after he sat out 2008 injured. Niles Paul moves closer to a No. 1 WR spot. Hobbled Roy Helu may have to sit out the Spring Game. Saturday notes: 1, 2, 3

• For Ricky Thenarse, staying focused is a mission. For the tight ends, improved blocking can pay dividends. Friday notes: 1, 2, 3

• Quarterback Zac Lee's diligence is helping him blossom in the offense.

• Cody Green is adapting well to football at the next level, Shawn Watson says.

• The O-linemen strive to become "the most powerful we possibly can be."

• Jacob Hickman works at right guard as the O-line looks for its best five.

• Wednesday's practice leaves Bo Pelini considerably less than pleased.

• Tad Stryker expects the redshirt freshmen to make a difference on defense.

• Defensive end Pierre Allen has turned bad weight into good.

• Matt O'Hanlon's up-and-down year taught him that nothing's set in stone.

• A pair of Joneses — Marcel and D.J. — work at nailing down starting spots on the right side of the offensive line.

• Some tickets remain available for the Spring Game.

• Ndamukong Suh is determined to improve, ESPN.com's Tim Griffin writes.

• A silver lining to Barry Turner's injury is that there's experience at defensive end.

• The sharing of captain's duty in 2008 could pay leadership dividends in 2009.

• He's just beginning, but Ricky Henry is already known as The Finisher.

• Shawn Watson keeps the offense evolving and moving forward. On defense, the improved depth is noticeable. Saturday notes: 1, 2 | Video: Pelini, Watson

• Colton Koehler: The "farm dog" is in the hunt for a starting spot at linebacker.

• At linebacker, sophomore Mathew May vies with teammates whose redshirts he helped preserve last season. At defensive tackle, Jared Crick embraces his chance to step up. Friday notes: 1, 2, 3, 4

• Prince Amukamara turns up the intensity and raises his expectations.

• Alex Henery talks about his quest to add the punting job to his duties.

• The battle at safety between Matt O'Hanlon and Rickey Thenarse continues.

• Steve Warren says Ndamukong Suh made the right decision in staying.

• Keeping it simple pays off for the defense. Wednesday notes: 1, 2, 3, 4

• Ted Gilmore needs to have his green receiving corps grow up fast.

• Steve Warren's DREAM organization has several Spring Game events.

• Improved depth should make defensive tackle less of a two-man show in '09.

• The Spring Game media guide/program is available in PDF form.

• Offseason training has turned Helu & Castille into near-bookends at I-back.

• Tight end Mike McNeill works on improving his blocking and his routes.

• Several former Huskers & the Sidetrack Band will do a benefit event on the 17th.

• Marcus Mendoza's switch to WR may let him help the team and get on the field.

• Tad Stryker finds a fan base that may be even more fanatical than Husker fans.

• The defense comes up with a strategy to counter the no-huddle offense.

• Much is expected this season from the young linebackers. Saturday notes: Turner's return, New-look Helu, Huskers.com

• Commentary: Shatel on the offense's identity | Sipple on the staff's learning curve

• K-State transfer Derek Meyer intends to make the most of his one season as he tries to "beat the clock."

• Ted Gilmore expects the returning WRs to raise their level of play. | Friday notes

• Zac Lee has his first moment in the fishbowl after Friday's practice.

• Linebacker Will Compton was prepared to play last season but is glad he didn't.

• Alfonzo Dennard hopes to step into a bigger role in 2009.

• Latravis Washington, the newcomer to the QB competition, shows a strong arm during the first practice of spring. And Kody Spano intends to stay in the hunt. Notes: Dillard's downgrade, Mendoza's switch, Sipple's impressions

• Lots of talk revolves around the quarterbacks (1, 2, 3) as Tuesday's press conference kicks off the spring season. More: Helu & Castille | Defense | Pelini (1, 2) | Huskers.com | Notes | Commentary: Shatel | Video: Pelini, Suh, Helu, Castille, Hickman, Lawrence

• Spring Game ticket sales have now topped 60,000.

• Spring Game tickets show up on Internet sites with hefty price mark-ups.

• Tickets for the spring game go on sale on Feb. 4th.

• Winter is prime time for is strengh and conditioning coach James Dobson.

• James Dobson aims to keep players' competitive fires burning during winter.