NEWS ARCHIVE
August 2009
• The defensive line knows its essential to put some heat on the Owls Rusty Smith.
• Zac Lee says hes at ease with the role hes taking on.
• The K.C. Star visits the Ohio steel town that helped mold three Big 12 coaches.
• Tom Shatel takes a look at Tom Osbornes new book.
• Saturdays Legends Radio Show guests will be Bob Liggett, Ken Geddes & Mike Wynn.
• The UConn HuskyPedia™ site joins the SportsPedia® network.
• Whats the secret to the walk-on programs success? Lee Barfknecht takes a look.
• Milestones have come quickly for Howard Schnellenbergers young program.
• Carl Pelini sees improvement in the defense despite inexperience in some spots.
• A conversation with Jacob Hickman provides an unofficial O-line depth chart.
• Staff stability should be a plus for Bo Pelinis second season.
• A writers plea to Heisman voters: Think inside the tackle box.
• If everyone on defense is playing a step faster as Rickey Thenarse says, the payoff could be big, Tad Stryker writes.
• Decommits from 2008 form a sizable lineup of Husker foes in 2009.
• Tom Shatel and Sam McKewon see this season as a steppingstone to better things in 2010. Steve Sipple shares some observations from the 24 practices of fall camp.
• A tough economy has been no match for the state's passion for Husker football.
• The drive for perfection in practices has had its up and down days.
• John Papuchis describes Mathew Mays ascent from obscurity as a walk-on.
• Tickets for the first three home games are still available.
• From the Kansas City Star, a look at the strong connection between the football program and the people of Nebraska.
• Its the Year of the Horn, says Nebraska StatePapers Big 12 preview.
• Starting positions are still up for grabs as the Huskers enter game-week mode. Notes from Fridays practice: 1, 2, 3, 4
• Rickey Thenarse has earned respect in his home neighborhood in Watts. More player features: Matt OHanlon, Will Henry
• Howard Schnellenberger torches a big Nebraska "N" at a preseason bonfire & rally.
• Paul Jacobsen talks about his passion for collecting Husker audio & video recordings. (Jake is the guy behind the Lyell files.)
• Therell be no crawling into a shell for the offense, Shawn Watson says.
• Memorial Stadium is No. 2 in a ranking of college football game-day experiences.
• Staying humble and focused is paying dividends for Niles Paul.
• Adi Kunalic changes things up in pursuit of better hang time on his kickoffs.
• The defensive backs turn more attention to creating turnovers.
• Injuries put a crimp on Florida Atlantics practices.
• From Sam McKewon, commentary on Bo Pelini and the media.
• The coaches see improved effort at Thursdays practice, and theres a youth movement at linebacker. | Notes: 1, 2
| Camp calendar

• The defenses hopes begin with the line, Steve Sipple writes.
• The minimum bid has been received on each of the throwback uniforms being auctioned by the Athletic Department.
• Alex Henerys big kick last November provided a lift thats still being felt.
• Heres some pay-per-view info for the Florida Atlantic game.
• A lack of consistency at Wednesdays practice irks Bo Pelini. Notes: 1, 2, 3 | Player features: Ryan Hill, Barry Turner
• Tom Osborne objects to Bud Lights red Fan Cans.
• Join Carl Pelini, Tommie Frazier, Brenden Stai and others on the Big Red Cruise.
• Ex-Husker Jordan Congdon wins the starting kicking job at USC.
• A trade sends Russ Hochstein from the Patriots to Denver.
• Cody Green leads in the race for No. 2 at quarterback. Ted Gilmore waits for more of the wide receivers to step up. Notes from Tuesday's practice: 1, 2, 3
• Player features: Prince Amukamara, Adi Kunalic
• The first Football Friday gathering will include Matt Davison & Tommie Frazier.
• A series with Syracuse appears to be in the works.
• Eric Warfield is sentenced for a fourth DUI infraction.
• Five tight ends are in contention for significant playing time this fall.
• Bo Ruud joins brother Barrett with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
• Marcus Mendoza is back to a position he finds more natural. More from Mondays practice: 1, 2, 3, 4 | Player features: Mathew May, Sean Fisher, Latravis Washington, Jacob Hickman
• Convicted of first-degree murder, Thunder Collins insists he was the fall guy.
• Larry Asante has turned into a better leader as he enters his senior season.
• Attention is nothing new for freshman I-back Rex Burkhead.
• Marcel Jones copes with trying to master both tackle positions on the O-line.
• Cory Ross signs with the UFLs Redwoods. The Bengals waive Marlon Lucky.
• Quentin Castilles exit narrows the Huskers margin for error in 2009 but opens a door for Rex Burkhead and several others.
• Zac Lee has the poise it takes to deliver on a big stage, those who know him say. More player features: Roy Helu, Mike McNeill
• Bo Pelini says Saturdays scrimmage was good but that the team is a long way from being game-ready. Notes: 1, 2 

• Alex Henery and five other walk-ons are placed on scholarship.
• The Huskers claim the No. 24 spot in the preseason Associated Press poll.
• Quentin Castilles status becomes a question mark after he sits out a second day.
• Speed & versatility are in high demand as NU leans heavily on the nickel defense.
• Early tensions have evolved into friendship for Roy Helu & Eric Hagg. More player features: Menelik Holt, Curenski Gilleylen, Jared Crick
• Milt Tenopir says the program is making strides but fans must be patient.
• Linebacker Sean Fisher works at putting his rare combination of attributes to use.
• Its a more seasoned kickoff-return crew after last seasons on-the-job training.
• Carl Pelini has praise for Suh & the defense after Thursdays practice. | Player features: Crick, Cassidy, Hagg | Notes: 1, 2 

• Tad Stryker assesses Bo Pelini's task of closing the gap with the Sooners.
• The Sidetrack Band VA Tech concerts get a change of venue and add a tailgate.
• Jacob Hickman says adversity can make the O-line a stronger unit.
• Ron Brown sees a wealth of potential in his group of tight ends.
• Will the second season of the Pelini era see Nebraska make The Jump?
• Tommie Frazier & Trev Alberts will be part of a fundraiser Friday for the Omaha Firefighters Memorial and Salvation Army.
• David Max makes a return visit to Web Talk with Bob at 3 p.m. Thursday.
• Milt Tenopir is the headliner for Thursdays Walk-On Club gathering in Hastings, and John Papuchis will do the honors next week in Lincoln.
• Driven to play one more season, Andy Christensen is in the hunt for a starting job. More player features: Castille, Henery, Lee, Turner & Allen
• Nebraskas resurgence begins on the O-line, the K.C. Star writes.
• Niles Paul has become the guy at wide receiver, Shawn Watson says. Meanwhile, Menelik Holt knows this is his last chance to hit it big. More from Wednesday's practices: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 

• Husker Dan checks in with some preseason observations and predictions.
• Theres still time to enter Californians for Nebraskas drawing for Fla. Atlantic tickets.
• The coaches dont intend to hold back on parts of the playbook to protect Zac Lee. And Cody Greens maturity is an asset as he learns the offense.
• Derek Meyer is eager just to play football again after sitting out the past 2½ seasons. More player features: Terrence Moore, Pierre Allen
• Fullback Tyler Legate wows his coaches with his toughness and attention to detail.
• Niles Paul wants to be the guy who makes it happen this year on punt returns.
• Cornerback Anthony Blue is feeling up to speed again, both physically and mentally.
• Improved consistency makes Keith Williams a potential star at left guard. More player features: Zac Lee, Anthony West, Barry Turner
• Ex-Husker Kevin Dixon tries to make the most of his second chance at Troy.
• The Broncos acquire Le Kevin Smith, and the Browns release Bo Ruud.
• Bo Pelini gets it, and that alone is cause for celebration, SI.com says.
• The Denver Post spotlights Shawn Watson in its preview of the Huskers.
• Quentin Castille makes ball security an area of extra focus.
• Kelvin Clark & Tom Sorley will be Saturday's guests on the Legends Radio Show.
• Nutritionist Josh Hingst tries to make sure each player is properly fueled.
• Coaching special teams is a group effort, but John Papuchis ties it all together.
• Tim Tebow and Tommie Frazier may have far more in common that you think. The same goes for their championship teams.
• Extensive film study firms up the secondarys grasp of the defensive system.
• With the first rest day of camp here, the coming week is when a big jump forward must occur, Bo Pelini says. The OWH takes stock.
• Shawn Watson discusses what each offensive coach brings to the table.
• Visiting players from the 1962 team see shades of Devaney in Bo Pelini.
• Back by popular demand: Brian Browns printable HPedia football schedule card.
• Ndamukong Suh says itll take hard work to rank among NUs greats on the D-line.
• Ex-Huskers footballers will play in a benefit hoops game organized by Eric Warfield.
• David Max is a guest on "Web Talk with Bob." Listen to the podcast.
• The L.A. Times previews Nebraska, which it ranks at No. 20.
• Missouri is selling tickets for its home game against NU.
• Tim Beck says it will take time to determine whos No. 3 at I-back.
• The offense seems to have the tools for a more vertical passing game.
• Latravis Washington is thick in the race for No. 2 at QB. | Watson on Spano
• Steve Sipple senses theres a harder edge to this year's training camp.
• In Wisconsin, the Madison Mad City Huskers will have a get-together August 22nd.
• On the D-line, Jared Crick knows he must make teams pay for doubling up on Ndamukong Suh. And end Pierre Allen aims to build on his strong showing of 2008.
• And on the O-line, Jacob Hickman and D.J. Jones share some thoughts.
• Quarterback Kody Spano is out for the season after suffering a torn ACL in the same knee he injured earlier this year. | BBS discussion.
• Tickets for four of the first five home games are available.
• Alex Henery is named to the watch list for the Lou Groza Award.
• Indirect paths turn two former rivals in eight-man football into teammates.
• The N.Y. Times College Sports Blog predicts a 9-3 finish as it previews the Huskers.
• Will two walk-ons start at linebacker when the season opens?
• Defensive back Eric Hagg earns the coaches confidence.
• Virginia Tech loses its top tailback, Darren Evans, to a torn ACL.
• Lawrence Phillips racks up another assault conviction in California.
• Former Husker, future Tusker? Joe Ganz will take another shot at a QB job.
• Carl Pelini says after Tuesday's practice that there's hot competition at all positions. One battle is between Blake Lawrence and Mathew May. Notes: 1, 2, 3



• Ndamukong Suh makes it onto the 40-man watch list for the Outland Trophy.
• Derrie Nelson & Russell Gary are Saturday's Legends Radio Show guests.
• Marcus Mendoza knows that speed alone wont win him playing time at receiver.
• Quentin Castille says he went home to Texas to get some things right.
• Tom Shatel says a redshirt for freshman QB Cody Green might not be a given.
• Ndamukong Suh is No. 10 on CollegeFootballNews list of top players for 2009.
• Shawn Watson seems to have the weapons on offense to give other teams fits. He plans to pick his spots for use of a hurry-up approach.
• Barrett Ruud is emerging as a leader of the defense for the Tampa Bay Bucs.
• Ndamukong Suhs biggest task? Making his teammates better, Tad Stryker writes.
• Baylor is selling tickets for its home game against the Huskers.
• Mike Ekeler says his linebackers must become more physical.
• Nebraska is fourth in Tim Griffin's preseason Big 12 power rankings.
• Heres how you can turn KUs ticket package into a plus for military veterans.
• As Barney Cotton looks for the right combination on the O-line, undersized center Mike Caputo makes his case with power, leverage & tenacity. Notes from Sundays practice: Receiving depth, Niles Paul, Chris Brooks, Timing (1, 2), Chatter 

• Larry Asante hopes to benefit from Mike Minters tutelage.
• Brandon Kinnies former coach says the receiver has great potential but says stardom shouldnt be expected in his first season in Lincoln.
• Its a fresh start for a slimmed-down Phillip Dillard. And Barry Turner comes back fully mended and better-schooled in the defense.
• The university is auctioning four field-level-experience tickets for the Sept. 5th opener.
• Players describe a summer conditioning season marked by accountability and intensity. | Video | Notes: 1, 2 | Commentary: Shatel, Sipple | Fan Day: 1, 2, 3, 4 

• Register for the Halo of Hope Foundations Husker Hog Ride on Aug. 29.
• Four weeks before kickoff, things heat up today with the first practice of preseason camp. | An Ode to August | Fan Day facts & map
• ESPN.coms Tim Griffin lists his three predictions for Nebraska.
• The Huskers open at No. 22 in the coaches poll.
• Matt OHanlon enters preseason camp as the hunted instead of the hunter. More: Five position battles | McNeill's expectations | Fan Day pointers
• Join the Sidetrack Band at the VA Tech game.
• The Huskers barely crack the top 40 in CollegeFootballNews preseason rankings.
• Opportunity knocks for Zack Bowman, and the former Husker is responding.
• Fans most-cherished memorabilia often comes with a story behind it.
• Roy Helu Jr. is named to the watch list for the Doak Walker Award.
• Out-of-staters alert: Walk Ons: Huskers Edge can be seen via webcast. Randy York says its more about Nebraskas culture than football.
• Did a lack of longevity keep Bob Devaney off the TSN list of greatest coaches?
• Steve Sipple says the Big 12 cant afford to fall further behind in the TV-revenue race.
• A torn ACL apparently has ended Stewart Bradley's season with Philadelphia.
• See how various aspects of the NU program stacked up in a player poll at Big 12 Media Days : Fans | Stadium | Coach | Mascot | Uniforms
• The electronic version of the 2009 media guide is now available for downloading.
• Colorado has single-game Nebraska-CU tickets for sale.
• With preseason camp nearly here, the LJS looks back at infamous Camp Curtis.
• How vital are running the ball & stopping the run? The OWH looks at the numbers.
• Cornhusker Kickoff 2009 is in stock and ready to ship. Save $10 on a new-to-DVD Johnny Rodgers highlights video plus the Game of the Century DVD. 30 remaining.