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Oregon and Wisconsin remain in play for Nash Hutmacher, but the lineman liked what he saw during his official visit, which included some fishing.

Defensive end Deontre Thomas made the most of his redshirt year by mending an injury adding much-needed weight. | Bootle sets example | Manufacturing depth

Bill Moos’ brand of leadership* is working, and Nebraska’s ramped-up spending on coaches’ pay* is helping.

This week in Husker history: The coaching torch at Arkansas is passed from one former Husker to another.

The defense is out to prove that its upward trajectory isn’t just talk.

Colorado is working to keep the red out of the stands when the Huskers and Buffaloes tangle in Boulder.

See Tad Stryker’s video report on the Husker baseball team’s 17-0 thrashing of Purdue.

Katerian LeGrone athleticism and versatility provide a glimpse of the future for the Huskers at tight end.

Nebraska will get its first official visit of the spring this weekend as defensive lineman Nash Hutmacher* comes to town. | Watts’ schedule

Tom Osborne will receive the Football Bowl Association’s highest honor, the Champions Award, in Houston on April 11.

Poll question: Which quality in Fred Hoiberg are you most looking forward to?

Four-star wide receiver Zavier Betts of Bellevue West has committed to Nebraska. | Coverage & highlights | Discuss

Scott Frost said Wednesday was “probably the best day of practice since I’ve been at Nebraska.” Get all the coverage, photos and video here. | Updates & discussion. | Spring schedule

Mohamed Barry* talks with Adam Carriker about the Huskers’ goals for 2019 and more.

The Dallas Cowboys have extended Randy Gregory’s contract despite the former Husker’s current suspension. | Incognito plea

Basketball coach Fred Hoiberg was formally introduced Tuesday as men’s basketball coach. Go here for video and coverage of the press conference. | Updates & discussion | Earlier interview

Center Cameron Jurgens’ added bulk doesn’t appear to have diminished the converted tight end’s athleticism.

Proceeds from sales of this spring game T-shirt will benefit Nebraska flood-relief efforts.

See the Nebraska Football Show’s recap of the first half of spring drills.

There was praise for the defense from offensive coaches after Monday’s practice. Go here for all the details. | Updates & discussion | Spring schedule

Athlon takes a game-by-game lookgame-by-game look at the Huskers’ 2019 schedule.

Facilities upgrades could be next on Bill Moos’ plate, Steve Sipple writes.

Hail Varsity recaps Saturday’s junior day recruiting event. | National prospects*

Husker247 analyzes what’s known so far this spring about the progress of the offense. | Tight ends’ push: 1, 2

Larry and Scott Frost will be inducted into the Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame in September.*

This week in Husker history: New coach Dana X. Bible arrives on campus amid much anticipation.

The hiring of Fred Hoiberg as men’s basketball coach is now official as a seven-year, $25 million deal has been announced. | Discuss | “Go Big Fred” T’s

The NCAA’s “Day in the Life” commercial doesn’t sit right with the Huskers’ Jaron Woodyard and Lamar Jackson.

Tad Stryker says improved depth bodes well for the defensive line.

Nebraska’s junior day event Saturday will include visits from four-star outside linebacker Quandarrius Robinson* and defensive tackle Jahkeem Green, a potential 2019 contributor. | In-state offer

Tony Tuioti has six “really solid” defensive linemen and is looking for two more to emerge for an eight-man rotation. | Building the Blackshirts

A 247Sports bowl projection has Nebraska facing LSU in the Citrus.

Former Husker Curt Tomasevicz gets a 2014 Olympics medal upgrade from bronze to silver to go along with his 2010 gold.

Travis Fisher sees an improved attitude in his defensive backs from a year ago.

Adrian Martinez’s leadership style includes the occasional in-game moments of swagger. | Raising the bar*

Barrett Ruud isn’t counting out Nebraska’s true freshmen when it comes to picking up the mental intricacies of the inside linebacker’s duties.

Wednesday’s practice is done, and there are plenty of videos, photos and reports to peruse. | Updates & discussion | Spring schedule

Head basketball coach Tim Miles is officially out after seven seasons at Nebraska. | Discuss

Greg Austin* figured he was the next Will Shields, but then an injury brought him back down to earth.

Returning experience on special teams* could be a major plus for the 2019 Huskers.

Hank Bounds has announced he is stepping down as the university’s president. | His statement | Discuss

The Huskers have returned from spring break with an energy level that impressed offensive coordinator Troy Walters at Monday’s practice. | Coverage & video | Updates & discussion | Spring schedule

Lincoln Southeast’s Grant Detlefsen is aiming to become another Nebraska walk-on success story at punter.* | 4-star WR to visit*

Nebraska is No. 5 nationally in this ranking of QB-RB-WR combos.

The Huskers’ 2020 recruiting class has just one member, but that might change soon.* | Busy week of offers

The staff is staying patient with Cam Jurgens’ transition to center.

Devine Ozigbo is set to meet with the Cleveland Browns for a second time.

This week in Husker history: Even a century or more ago, spring meant spring football practice.

The LJS spends some time in QB school with Mario Verduzco. | Locked in on the details | McCaffrey’s progress

Several former Huskers turn out at the dinner in Schuyler for flood victims and first responders.