Wanted to take a look back at all four open practice periods for some final overarching notes and observations leading up to the finale of spring ball April 22. Included are:

>>> What I've noticed from the coaching staff and the balance they've displayed.

>>> Rob Dvoracek teaching his LBs and having their attention.

>>> The overanalyzed moment between E.J. Barthel and Ajay Allen during the first open period March 23.

>>> Some thoughts on Princewill Umanmielen, who looks damn good athletically and physically, and another young defensive piece who has looked good in Cameron Lenhardt.

Not seeing on BTN……

USC’s big Jr Day event is this weekend and they are hoasting a couple QB’s including Kaelin. My guess is they get one on the hook and try to get DR to cancel his visit to us or they accept the commit.

Anybody have a new A/C unit installed in Omaha, Ne in the recent past? Our unit was going out last year (19 years old now) and were told it's about toast. We got McCarthy coming out next week for an estimate, but we want to get a couple more estimates at least. Was wondering if somebody can recommend someone they went through and were happy with.

Thanks Jack,
GBR

Fred Hoiberg landed his first 2024 commitment – the Huskers' third commit this week.

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Today was a day I have dreaded for a while, and have seen many of you go through the same. Today, I put my best friend down.....she was a great dog, she came to work with me almost every day for 11 years. I swear.....this is harder than losing people, if anything can break a man down to tears, it's losing "mans best friend". Her poor little body was broken and for the last three years, I helped her walk with a handle on her harness and she went through it all like a champ, just happy to be everywhere I was....but today, she runs free and without pain at last. R.I.P

Right here:

That 13 game starting tackle for Okie St just entered transfer portal. Heard new O lone coach treats players poorly.

Good afternoon for the Huskers. Hit the link.

I enjoy listening to Vrzal on Friday mornings on 1620 the zone. Today, starting at the 7 minute mark he talks about the relationship aspect of sports, and how the new staff excels in this regard.

Vrzal was careful to say this doesn’t ensure success for Rhule and Co., but it’s a promising start.

Good article... some good insights we haven't heard

Dallas is tied for 10th and final playin spot. Resting 5 players tonight. thoughts ?

Gave my three key takeaways from today's availability. Really liked what Tony White said about tackling. Hit the link...

Would be a top 10 mark in tbe B1G.
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New NCAA rule was passed today:

Official visits​

The council adopted new recruiting rules for official and unofficial visits. Moving forward, prospects will no longer have a limit to the number of official visits they can make to NCAA member schools. Prospects will be limited to one official visit per school, unless there is a head coaching change after an official visit, in which case prospects would be able to complete a second official visit to the same school. In men's basketball, prospects still will be able to complete a second official visit to the same school provided the visits do not occur in the same academic year.

"For young people considering where to go to college, visits to campus — both official and unofficial — are an integral part of the decision-making process," Tealer said. "This was an opportunity to modernize NCAA rules in a way that provides greater and more meaningful opportunities for prospects going through the recruitment process."

Official visits may last no longer than a two-night stay, during which schools will be permitted to cover travel costs, transportation, meals and reasonable entertainment for up to two family members accompanying a prospect on that visit.

The rules will take effect July 1.

A bunch of NFL mock drafts have 4 Northwestern players getting drafted, including two players in the top 40 picks:

OT Peter Skoronski - likely top 10 pick in 1st Round.
DE Adetomiwa Ademoware - mid 2nd Round pick
CB Cameron Mitchell - 4th to 5th round pick
RB - Evan Hull - 5th to 6th round - HBack/ Fullback role

This is 4 NFL draft picks for a team that finished 1-11.

Other total projected draft picks from Big Ten West:

Illinois - 5
Iowa - 5
Minnesota - 4
Purdue - 3
Wisconsin - 3
Nebraska - 2

Draft picks don't always equal wins, just ask Miami or Florida State. But, if you handful of future NFL players on both sides of the football, you should absolutely be able to win more than one game. And just think, if Frost was even remotely competent, Northwestern would've finished 0-12.

Here are the quick hits, Tony White and Rob Dvoracek style:

bloopers and scary situations abound on this rare nice mid-April day across the country

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I'm not going to post it, but 2 batters after the Sox RF fell down the Twins' shortstop took a heater to the face & was bleeding all over. got up and walked off under his own power but guessing he'll spend some time in the dentist's chair. hope he's okay

It looks like some significant changes are happening in college football. I can't help wondering if this will be good for the sport. It certainly is good for student athletes...

Huskers kick off a three-game series against the Wildcats today at 3. Hit the link.

For me, Philip Seymour Hoffman (RIP)... going to watch Charlie Wilson's War tonight

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