Overview
- Rhule told reporters Thursday at Big Ten Media Days that this is his most veteran and talented roster, citing leaders such as center Justin Evans and walk-on tight end Luke Lindenmeyer.
- Rhule singled out quarterback Anthony Colandrea as the team’s confidence driver and said the Huskers will not accept repeated 7-6 seasons as an outcome.
- Coverage highlighted Pro Football Focus grading Justin Evans as the top returning center, a development Rhule used to underscore improved offensive-line continuity.
- Nebraska promoted new defensive coordinator Rob Aurich and added eight defensive transfers, moves that pundits and the coaching staff say could make the defense “potentially elite.”
- Rhule said the program will expand its use of analytics and AI tools, including an 'inefficiency report' he described, as part of preparation and game planning ahead of the Sept. 5 season opener.