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This week in Husker history: Nebraska opts for Bob Devaney, but Wyoming balks at letting him go.

The OWH looks at the performances in 2021 at wide receiver* and running back* and what might be in store in 2022.

O-lineman signee Justin Evans-Jenkins* has been told he’s a few inches too short, but he says he uses that to his advantage.

The playoff semifinals underscored the importance of building prowess in the trenches, Steven M. Sipple writes.

HuskerOnline has a rundown of the more than five dozen player departures since 2018.

From Husker247, a status report and scholarship count for each position group. | OWH on the O-line*

Cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt has accepted an invitation to the NFL Scouting Combine* in early March.

Steven M. Sipple* looks back fondly on the good old days when a player of Ndamukong Suh’s stature didn’t balk at playing in a “meaningless” bowl.

A John Madden story told by Dave Humm.

Nebraska women’s basketball is undefeated no more after falling by three points at Michigan State.

HuskerOnline offers up a year-end perspective with questions and predictions for 2022.

Montana transfer Brain Buschini brings an arsenal of punting styles* to Lincoln to help remedy one of the Huskers’ deficiencies in special teams.*

COVID caused a $29 million operating deficit* for Nebraska athletics in the 2020-21 fiscal year.

Tony Davis has stories to tell* as he gets set to enter the Sugar Bowl Hall of Fame. | ’74 game page

Former Husker Niles Paul is joining the coaching staff at his alma mater, Omaha North.

John Madden got a taste of Nebraska during the bus trips that took him through the state. | 1990 SI story

Husker Dan: Does Nebraska really need a dedicated special teams coach?

With JoJo Domann gone, there’s a void to fill in the linebacking corps* in 2022.

Transfer quarterback Chubba Purdy* from Florida State receives a Nebraska offer.

Concentrating on getting the simple stuff right is what can redeem the Scott Frost era, Tad Stryker writes.

The defensive secondary* loses a lot of experience in 2022, but the cupboard is far from bare.

Rex Burkhead rushes for a career-high 149 yards in the Texans’ win over the Chargers. | More NFL Huskers*

December signee Emmett Johnson says his versatility can help make him more than just another running back for Nebraska.

This week in Husker history: Forty-five years ago, a narrow bowl win may have saved Tom Osborne’s job.

The defense loses its primary leaders,* but others are ready step up in 2022.

Mickey Joseph paid his dues* en route to being hired by his alma mater, Steven M. Sipple writes. | Chatelain on the bowls*

Football staffer Marcus Castro-Walker is leaving for a similar post at Florida.

Here’s a status report and wish list for each position group* heading into 2022.

Middle blocker Callie Schwarzenbach enters volleyball’s transfer portal after four seasons as a Husker. | Decision tracker

Oregon’s hiring* of Tony Tuioti is now official.

Experiences from three decades ago help make Mickey Joseph the ideal recruiter* for Nebraska, Dirk Chatelain writes. | Southern connections

Tight ends coach Sean Beckton earns assistant of the year* recognition from the LJS.

Tony Tuioti’s imminent departure clarifies what the coaching staff will look like, Sean Callahan writes.

The Nebraska men rediscover their shooting touch in an 88-74 win over Kennesaw State. | More

Linebacker, safety, nickel, quarterback? Gage Stenger will come to Lincoln next month as a wild card.

The Husker women finish the nonconference slate by building a 20-point lead and coasting to a 72-61 win over Wyoming.

Oregon is reportedly set to hire defensive line coach Tony Tuioti* away from Nebraska. | Discuss

Contract details* for Mickey Joseph and Donovan Raiola have been released.

Defensive back Tommi Hill’s indirect route* to Nebraska is a reminder that recruiting is never really over.

North Alabama has hired former Husker running backs coach Ryan Held* as offensive coordinator.

Transfer punter Brian Buschini talks with Adam Carriker about why he chose Nebraska.

The LJS looks at what it takes* to play quarterback for new Husker offensive coordinator Mark Whipple.

The spring game will take place April 9,* Trev Alberts says on the radio. | Finalizing the staff | Video

Husker Dan gives updates on Johnny Rodgers, volleyball and football coaching hires.

The OWH sheds light on the search process* that led to the hiring of Nebraska’s three new assistant coaches.

Derek Peterson sees four players in position to benefit from the staff changes on offense. More commentary and analysis: McKewon,* Sipple,* Callahan

Another display of cold shooting sends Nebrasketball to its fifth loss in a row as Kansas State wins in Lincoln, 67-58. | More

Associate head volleyball coach Tyler Hildebrand is leaving* to become head coach at Long Beach State.

Points off turnovers are the big difference (44-15) as the Nebraska women keep up their perfect start to the season by rolling past Drake, 89-68. | More coverage

The national runner-up volleyball team is saluted at Pinnacle Bank Arena. | Decision tracker