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• Future Huskers: Tristan Gebbia,* Ben Lingenfelter, Chris Walker

• Recent misses and attrition make the wide receiver* position crucial in this recruiting cycle.

• Yet another flip appears possible for receiver Jamire Calvin. | Discuss

• Hardly anyone is talking about perhaps the most important member of the Huskers' recruiting class, and that's probably a good thing.

• Keyshawn Johnson Sr. says recruiting rankings are “for fools.”

• It shouldn't be forgotten that Wednesday is all about young people's dreams,* Tom Shatel writes. | Future Huskers: Trent Hixson,* Brenden Jaimes* | Slideshow

• California gets most of the attention, but Nebraska hasn't forgotten Texas* in this recruiting cycle. | “Calibraska” numbers

• Defensive end Guy Thomas* remains a Nebraska commit, but his signature will be anything but a sure thing on Wednesday.

• Poll question: Are you planning to attend the spring game?

• Adam Carriker shares never-before-told stories about Ndamukong Suh and Richie Incongnito, two Husker Pro Bowlers.

• Nebraska's walk-on history shows that there are important intangibles that recruiting metrics miss, Sean Keeler writes.

• The OWH runs down the signing-day drama of the last 19 years. | Hits & misses | Recruit profiles: Austin Allen* | Ben Miles* | Sipple commentary*

• Husker cornerback target Tony Wallace says he's sticking with Arizona.

• Tight end Kurt Rafdal from Indiana commits to the Huskers.* | Highlights | McKewon's 5 takes | 2017 class | Discuss

• This week in Husker history: Wyoming finally lets Devaney go; Huskers in the White House; Tommie Frazier commits.

• The roots of Calibraska can be traced back to 1994 and Mike Riley's friendship with Keyshawn Johnson Sr.

• Get acquainted with some of the future Huskers: Jaylin Bradley 1,* 2* | Deontre Thomas* | Chris Walker: 1,* 2 | Cody Liske*

• Spring game tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. Wednesday.

• Athletic Director Shawn Eichorst weighs in on the NCAA recruiting legislation that he has had a hand in shaping.

• Jamire Calvin, the Los Angeles receiver who surprisingly chose Oregon State three weeks ago, has now committed* to the Huskers* and says he feels “at peace” after a stressful decision.* | Highlights | Commentary: McKewon,* Clouse, Heady | Wideouts in spotlight* | 2017 class | Discuss

• Dylan Reynolds is a walk-on with elite-level speed.*

• BTN.com's Tom Dienhart sees changes ahead for Nebraska's defense.

• Adam Carriker provides a behind-the-scenes look into the Nebraska football locker room right before a big game.

• Sam McKewon looks at how the final pieces* of the 2017 recruiting class might fall into place. | Lure of walking on* | Notes* | Visitors

• Nate Gerry* is getting good reviews* during Senior Bowl practices.

• Get to know future O-lineman Matt Sichterman* and Hunter Miller.*

• Nebraska cornerback target Elijah Blades has decommitted from Florida* and is planning a signing-day decision. | Sipple on recruiting*

• Olaijah Griffin, a four-star cornerback in the 2018 recruiting cycle and the son of rapper Warren G, likes what he's heard about Nebraska.

• There's potential in the Calibraska movement that's far greater than the current numbers might suggest, Sean Keeler writes. | Lewis prediction | Calvin's finalists | Updates

• Athlon lists Tommy Armstrong among the 10 toughest players to replace in the Big Ten in 2017.

• Adam Carriker looks at the recruits on the offensive side of the ball. Also, a shout-out to Vincent Valentine.

• The final week before signing day is shaping up as one with more drama* than usual for Nebraska. | Austin Allen's comeback*

• Husker Dan is hoping for a little Bob Diaco magic this fall.

• USA Today has ranked the best offseason hires of assistant coaches, and Bob Diaco comes in at No. 6.

• Dwindling attendance appears to have led to the demise of the signing-day recruiting dinner.

• The emergence of rookie defensive tackle Vincent Valentine has been a boon to the Super Bowl-bound New England Patriots.

• The quarterback battle is just one of the offseason storylines to watch.

• Here's where the Huskers stand after the weekend's recruit visits.

• Adam Carriker looks at how the current Husker defensive recruiting commits fit in with Bob Diaco's new defense.

• The scorpion, the frog and Bob Diaco: The defensive coordinator's unique style includes a determination not to get stung.

• Vincent Valentine throws the bones after a key tackle Sunday and will give Nebraska a representative* in the Super Bowl.

• This week in Husker history: Boosters launch a drive to sweeten the pot for Tom Osborne as Jackie Sherrill's $280,000-a-year contract at Texas A&M raises the salary bar nationally.

• There's flexibility* built into Bob Diaco's 3-4 defensive scheme. More: 10 things | Moving swiftly*

• Nebraska does not appear in Sam McKewon's early top 25 for 2017.*

• Mike Riley sheds some light* on what led to Mark Banker's firing* as he and Banker's replacement, Bob Diaco, meet the press.* | Video | The quick hire* | Notes* | Commentary: Shatel,* McKewon,* Vogel, York

• Here are the recruits making official visits to Lincoln this weekend.

• The first-ever Fast Friday edition of the Carriker Chronicles looks at the battle between the top three QB contenders for the Huskers this year.

• A key staff departure* has Billy Devaney more involved with recruiting.

• Juco quarterback Andrew Bunch is joining Nebraska's 2017 roster as a walk-on. | Quest for DBs: 1, 2

• Tickets are now available for the Team Jack Gala on Feb. 25, to be keynoted by the Kansas City Chiefs' Eric Berry.

• Defensive coordinator Bob Diaco's intensity and confidence* stand out to those who have played for him.

• Minnesota's hiring of P.J. Fleck is likely to put a dent in other Big Ten West teams' recruiting.

• The assistant coaches all have contracts running through at least the 2017 season.

• Nebraska must battle Iowa and LSU for the services of tight end prospect Kurt Rafdal,* a former Indiana commit.

• In his first public comments since being hired, defensive coordinator Bob Diaco explains what drew him* to Nebraska.* | Audio

• Four-star athlete Eric Fuller from California* becomes the third Husker commitment* for the 2018 recruiting class. | Highlights

• An April-through-June window for early official visits is endorsed by two NCAA committees.

• Six in-state walk-ons have earned scholarships.*

• Billy Devaney is an example of the growing importance of off-field staffers in college football programs.

• Athlon pegs Nebraska for second place in the Big Ten West in 2017.

• Who will line up where? Adam Carriker projects what Nebraska’s new defense will look like, personnel-wise, in 2017.

• Husker O-line commit Brenden Jaimes has spurned recent overtures from Texas, Baylor and TCU and says he's “100 percent Nebraska.”

• Jamire Calvin, the wide receiver who surprisingly committed to Oregon State rather than Nebraska, reopens his recruitment.* | Discuss

• Corn Nation breaks down Bob Diaco's base defense.

• Husker fans are tied for most annoying on Twitter in a poll of top recruits.

• Here are some names and positions* to watch in the final 15 days before recruiting signing day. | Lewis & Johnson | DBs* & WRs*

• Jeremy Pernell makes a case for adding NFL assistant coach Sal Sunseri to Nebraska's defensive staff. | Embracing change*

• Grueling workouts land at least three Oregon players in the hospital.

• Hail Varsity breaks down the traits of a Bob Diaco defense.

• Lincoln East O-lineman Chris Walker flips his commitment from Wyoming* to Nebraska.* | Highlights | 2017 class | Discuss

• Cal hires Wisconsin defensive coordinator Justin Wilcox as head coach. Also, ex-Husker assistant Charlton Warren becomes Tennessee's secondary coach, and Terry Joseph replaces Warren at North Carolina.

• Adam Carriker demonstrates how a 3-4 defense works and explains why it could benefit the Huskers.

• Monday commentary: Riley's big week* | Billy Devaney's influence*

• Nate Gerry graded out as the second-best safety in college football in 2016 by Pro Football Focus.

• Bob Diaco sees Nebraska as ripe for success,* says a former colleague.

• This week in Husker history: Bob Devaney says he'll coach one more year, and he taps Tom Osborne as his successor. | McBride hired

• Bob Diaco is likely to bring a historic shift* to the Blackshirts akin to the move away from a 5-2 scheme a quarter-century ago. | “Different breed”* | Youth movement* | Energetic style* | Commentary: Keeler, Lassan

• The Huskers have prominent spots in a new Sports Illustrated book, College Football's Greatest.

• Receiver Tyjon Lindsey, a former Ohio State commit and a consensus top-100 player at any position, flips to the Huskers.* | Highlights | McKewon: 5 takes* | 2017 class

• The hiring of Bob Diaco as defensive coordinator is now official. | Record pay: 1,* 2* | Assistant coaches, 1926-2017

• Adam Carriker gives his gut reaction to the Bob Diaco hire and wonders how soon it can pay dividends. More commentary: | McKewon,* Callahan

• Mark Banker says he's disappointed that he was notified* of his dismissal over the phone.* | Discuss

• Bob Diaco has reportedly been hired as defensive coordinator,* and he'll bring expertise* in running a 3-4 defense. | Photo gallery | 2016 interview

• Tad Stryker says Mike Riley was correct to cut Mark Banker loose, but his next step is crucial.

• Defensive end Guy Thomas* of Miami, who committed to Nebraska sight unseen, makes a key trip to Lincoln this weekend. | List of visitors

• Mike Riley may be seeking a coordinator experienced with a 3-4 defense,* and former UConn coach Bob Diaco is one possibility. | Crucial hires*

• Poll question: What's your reaction to Mark Banker's firing?

• SF27 gear is now available; proceeds go to the Sam Foltz Foundation.

• The Portland paper takes a deep dive into Oregon's collapse.

• Adam Carriker gives his gut reaction to Mark Banker's dismissal. More commentary: McKewon* | Chatelain* | Heady | Sipple* | Shatel* | Keeler | Cavanaugh | Johnston

• The stories flow as Barry Switzer and Tom Osborne* get together at the Outland Trophy banquet, where Husker team awards were also presented. | Videos & notes

• Promising young talent will elevate the competition on the O-line.*

• Mark Banker is out and a search is on* for a new defensive coordinator.* Meanwhile, secondary coach Brian Stewart is resigning to become defensive coordinator at Rice, and Ryan Gunderson is leaving as director of player personnel to coach the QBs at San Jose State. | Discuss

• Wide receiver Jamire Calvin could end up flipping to Nebraska despite his surprising commitment to Oregon State. | Recruiting updates*

• The American Football Coaches Association endorses a December early signing period for recruiting.

• Sports on Earth ranks the 1983 Huskers No. 1 among losing teams in national title games.

• USA Today's Paul Myerberg gives Nebraska a B-minus as he grades all 128 FBS teams for the 2016 season.

• Four-star prospect Tyjon Lindsey, a top Nebraska target at wide receiver, decommits* from Ohio State. | Discuss

• Adam Carriker tackles the question: Has there ever been a college football team as good as ’95 Nebraska? (He may have found one.)

• A wealth of returning talent is creating high hopes* for the Huskers' defensive secondary in 2017.

• Steve Sipple says there are lessons to be learned from Clemson coach Dabo Swinney's approach.

• Nebraska athletic director Shawn Eichorst is named to the Division I Football Competition Committee.

• Ohio State hires former Indiana head coach Kevin Wilson as co-offensive coordinator.

• Is it September yet? Sporting News places Nebraska at Oregon among the top opening-month games for 2017.

• Nebraska finishes just outside the final AP and coaches' top 25 rankings. | McKewon's ballot*

• Former Husker tight end Johnny Mitchell talks about his return to school and his struggles with CTE.

• Bigger roles are coming for returning Husker running backs who had limited carries playing behind Terrell Newby.

• Adam Carriker gives his gut reaction to Clemson's win over Alabama for the national championship. Spoiler alert: He's pumped!

• Keyshawn Johnson Sr. provides Nebraska a presence on ESPNU's coverage of the national championship game.

• Randy York lists Husker athletics' 10 most memorable moments of 2016.

• Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz promotes his son Brian to offensive coordinator.

• Poll question: How do you feel about the Huskers' recruiting class?

• Brandon Reilly makes ESPN.com's Big Ten All-Bowl team.

• Steve Sipple says Athletic Director Shawn Eichort's recent comments about talent have turned up the pressure on Husker recruiting,* and Sam McKewon says Nebraska must keep aiming high.*

• Josh Banderas hopes two months of training in Phoenix* will be the start of a path to the NFL.

• Adam Carriker weighs in on recruiting, Bo Pelini's FCS championship game and Monday night's Alabama-Clemson matchup.

• This week in Husker history: After Nebraska's second consecutive national championship, coach Bob Devaney considers retirement.

• Lincoln East O-lineman Chris Walker,* a Wyoming commit, gets a Nebraska offer.

• The Osborne Legacy Award will “mean a lot” to Barry Switzer.*

• On the defensive line,* there's a need for depth at tackle and difference-makers at end.

• Omaha native Jim Connor has become a star in the college football world as the actor behind Dr Pepper's Larry Culpepper.*

• Husker recruiting takes an unexpected hit as wide receiver Jamire Calvin* opts for Oregon State.* | 0 for 4 | McKewon commentary*

• Bo Pelini's Penguins come up short in the FCS championship game.

• The competition at wide receiver and tight end* in 2017 will be opened up by the departure of several key 2016 seniors. | McQuitty profile*

• Minnesota hires Western Michigan's P.J. Fleck as its new head coach.

• Former Blackshirts Ndamukong Suh and Lavonte David are named to the AP All-Pro second team.*

• Iowa offensive coordinator Greg Davis, who held the same post at Texas for 13 seasons, announces his retirement.

• Former Husker reserve quarterback AJ Bush is bound for Virginia Tech.

• Bellevue West running back Jaylin Bradley commits to Nebraska shortly after getting a scholarship offer from Mike Riley. | Highlights | 2017 class

• Nebraska is expected to make at least one score in the recruiting sideshow at the Army All-American Bowl.*

• There's ample experience* returning at linebacker, but young players will still have a shot. | Roberts ready*

• Texas coach Tom Herman strongly defends his hiring of former Nebraska assistant Tim Beck as offensive coordinator.

• Former Husker Randy Gregory receives a one-year suspension for violating the NFL's substance-abuse policy.

• Bo Pelini is in the spotlight as he prepares his Youngstown State team for Saturday's FCS championship game: 1, 2, 3, 4

• The Music City Bowl was No. 2 in attendance among non-playoff bowls.

• Adam Carriker gives his five keys to improving Husker football.

• Saturday's Legends Radio Show guests: Dylan Utter & Brandon Reilly.

• ESPN.com's Brian Bennett has three questions about the 2017 Huskers, and they start with the quarterback position.

• Dirk Chatelain says Mike Riley's future will hinge on whether he can narrow the Huskers' talent gap.* | Recruiting updates: 1, 2,* 3*

• Land of 10 looks at how the 2017 offensive and defensive depth charts might shake out.

• Minnesota fires coach Tracy Claeys in the fallout over the suspensions of 10 players linked to an alleged sexual assault. | Discuss

• Poll question: Which unit was more disappointing in the bowl loss?

• Former Husker assistant Tim Beck is reportedly leaving Ohio State to become offensive coordinator at Texas.

• Adam Carriker takes stock of the coaching staff after a 9-4 season.

• The competition between quarterbacks Tanner Lee and Patrick O'Brien is already under way.

• Former Husker Zaire Anderson describes the frightening temporary paralysis he suffered in Sunday's Raiders-Broncos game.

• The Huskers remain squarely in the mix for the services of Foster Sarell,* the nation's top-rated O-lineman. | WR Lewis delays decision

• Mike Riley faces hard choices* about the direction of the offense, Sam McKewon writes.

• Former Husker Eric Johnson is trying to help John Parrella reel in a four-star defensive end from Georgia.

• Check out these images from Rex Burkhead's 119-yard rushing game.

• Was the season a success? Two views from one writer.

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