Huskers Prepare for Season Opener
Just days away from the first game, the Nebraska Cornhuskers are ready to kick off the 2012 campaign against last year's Conference USA champion Southern Miss. Nebraska head coach Bo Pelini says he's excited about the offense and expects them to play hard and be physical right out of the gate. (play audio :09)
Despite a new staff, Pelini says he expects Southern Miss to come out and play hard. (play audio :16)
One thing not unknown is the speed of the Golden Eagle's defense, touted by All-Conference USA senior defensive lineman Jamie Collins. Several players, including quarterback Taylor Martinez and running back Rex Burkhead made reference to their speed and specifically talked about Collins, a possible first-round NFL draft pick.
Martinez seems confident, though, that the second year offense under Tim Beck will be ready for the challenge. (play audio :09)
Nebraska takes on Southern Miss on Saturday at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m.
© Nebraska Radio Network
MOST VIEWED STORIES
Two arrested following suspicious vehicle investigation
Falls City murder-suicide victims identified
Seneca truck driver injured after losing tire Thursday
Atchison sex offender returned to jail for violation
Juvenile suspect arrested in school bomb threat
Financial scam being reported locally
Violent crimes hold three in Atchison
Reported Atchison burglary turns to drug arrest
Agreement announced for equipment at planned Citroniq plant near Falls City
Burglars target guns in ATCO garage theft
Highland woman arrested after stolen vehicle recovered
Step-Up Nemaha Match Day sets new record
Four arrested in Jackson Co on drug, other charges
Deer injures one in Atchison Co crash
Soldier cyclists cross local area on fundraising ride
Parks and public property crimes earn call to action by City
Sabetha Fire Dept. takes delivery of new rescue truck
KS flags fly for Catholic school shooting victims
Missing person alert issued, public help sought, in Jefferson Co
LATEST STORIES
Missing person alert issued, public help sought, in Jefferson Co
Four arrested in Jackson Co on drug, other charges
Boil water order lifted for Nemaha Nebraska
Two killed after Jefferson County crash
Highland woman arrested after stolen vehicle recovered
Flags to fly half-staff for fallen KCK Officer
Holt County Autumn Festival begins Wednesday
RELATED STORIES
Husker Tight End on Mackey Watch List
Future Big 10 Football Schedules Released
Mother Nature prevails in NU Spring Game
Huskers Announce 17 Players Signed To Scholarships
Huskers PIcked Third in Big 10 Legends Division
Huskers Finalize Football Schedule For 2012
No Shake-up of Big Ten in Wake of NCAA Penn State Ruling
Huskers Name New Defensive Backs Coach