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Steven M. Sipple: Feeling forever blessed to have been part of the Journal Star team
After 30-plus years at the Lincoln Journal Star, including the past 15 as a columnist, Steven M. Sipple is moving on to a new position elsewhere. → Read More
Frost gets 1-year show-cause order among NU's penalties for misuse of special-teams analyst
The NCAA released a list of penalties stemming from its investigation into the Huskers' improper usage of a special teams analyst in 2020. → Read More
Steven M. Sipple: Why Ochaun Mathis' mom trusted NU; Chinander's wisdom; and Toure's rise
"They were so attentive about every little aspect of the program," Ochana Daniels said of the family's April 7-9 visit to Nebraska's campus. "I mean, the entire staff met us → Read More
Former Navy SEAL Damian Jackson enters transfer portal; Chris Walker also moves on
Although he didn't play football in high school, Damian Jackson made his way onto the field for the Huskers from 2018 to 2021. → Read More
Steven M. Sipple: A touching Pelini recruiting story; Bolt's main task; and magic in G.I.
Jermarcus Hardrick's uncles and mom trusted Bo Pelini's recruiting approach. But you wonder if Pelini's emphasis on academics could still be the central part of his pitch in today's college → Read More
Steven M. Sipple: Rogers' move reminds that NIL and transfer portal debates can get heated
When it comes to discussions regarding the transfer portal and paying student-athletes, it often makes sense to just shake your head, smile and hope the season gets here quickly. → Read More
Steven M. Sipple: A two-time CFL champion, Hardrick still appreciates rough early days at NU
Jermarcus "Yoshi" Hardrick to this day appreciates former Nebraska center Mike Caputo's strong show of leadership back in 2010. It's easy to understand why Hardrick appreciates it, especially with that → Read More
Steven M. Sipple: An exit interview with Doc Sadler, who contemplates possible NBA future
Doc Sadler has been both Nebraska's head coach and a Husker assistant. The 61-year-old is now contemplating what's next. This much is certain: He wants to keep coaching. → Read More
Steven M. Sipple: Wondering what "dog mentality" really means? Travis Fisher lays it out well
Husker secondary coach Travis Fisher is all about the dog mentality. “It could be two guys running down a track, and one of them wants to win so badly he → Read More
Steven M. Sipple: There was good, bad and ugly, but analyzing a spring game is shaky ground
The gigantic media corps that covers Nebraska football never saw a single practice — until Saturday, that is. This isn't to complain, but we didn't learn much. → Read More
Steven M. Sipple: Pondering Frost's future can wait; focus Saturday should be enjoying show
A crowd in the 50,000 range is expected for the Red-White Spring Game. Let's see how many programs top that number. Maybe one or two. Maybe a handful. Maybe none. → Read More
Spring Game Preview: A guide to Nebraska's new-look offense, including 4 intriguing players
The Mark Whipple/Scott Frost "marriage" of offensive minds will be a point of intrigue this fall. On Saturday, we get a glimpse. → Read More
Dylan Raiola set to arrive at NU for unofficial visit as nation's top-rated recruit by two services
Dylan Raiola, son of all-time Nebraska great Dominic Raiola, holds offers from most of the nation’s top programs. On Saturday, he will be in Lincoln. → Read More
Steven M. Sipple: First impression of Grant? He loves being a RB, and that's a wonderful sign
During the course of Nebraska's spring camp, it's become clear Anthony Grant has established himself in the top group of running backs along with Jaquez Yant and Rahmir Johnson. → Read More
Steven M. Sipple: Beckton's comments on Husker run game this spring raise eyebrows
Nebraska tight ends coach Sean Beckton says the Huskers have moved the ball on the ground all spring, which indicates new offensive line coach Donovan Raiola's teachings are taking hold. → Read More
Steven M. Sipple: Martin's story reminder of how much injuries can impact athletes' lives
Nebraska senior receiver Oliver Martin says he had "mild depression" last autumn because of a nagging knee injury that slowed him considerably. → Read More
Steven M. Sipple: In learning about Whipple's system, keep tight ends foremost in thoughts
Nebraska had the Big Ten tight end of the year last season in Austin Allen. But Husker fans may see the position become even more prominent in 2022. → Read More
Braxton Clark keeps Deontai Williams' wisdom in mind as he competes in Husker secondary
Nebraska junior corner Braxton Clark paints a picture of 2021 senior Deontai Williams being a supreme leader, a leader that Clark now tries to emulate. → Read More
Red Report: Chinander says hard-charging RBs testing defense’s tackling; nickel assessment; team leaders
In Saturday's scrimmage, Erik Chinander says, he saw tackling that needs improvement overall. "I think our running backs are running really hard, so it's a good workout for us." → Read More
Steven M. Sipple: Watching youth camp at Kinetic, it's easy to cast NIL cynicism aside
Yes, it's easy to be cynical about all this NIL stuff in collegiate athletics. But if you're a coach in any sport, it makes sense to make the best of → Read More