Riley said some true freshmen will indeed play but reserved comment when asked about names. I'd keep an eye on WR Tyjon Lindsey, for one.
12:07 PM - Jul 30, 2017 · Lincoln, NE
Fall camp..time to get dialed N!!
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Riley said some true freshmen will indeed play but reserved comment when asked about names. I'd keep an eye on WR Tyjon Lindsey, for one.
12:07 PM - Jul 30, 2017 · Lincoln, NE
Land of 10 Nebraska@Landof10Huskers 3h3 hours ago
What we saw at Nebraska’s first fall practice: WRs Tyjon Lindsey, Bryan Reimers among standouts #Huskers http://sptz.us/2hesrvRpic.twitter.com/1YcIx0Nfbs
11:05 AM - 30 Jul 2017
What we saw at Nebraska’s first fall practice: WRs Tyjon Lindsey, Bryan Reimers among standouts #Huskers http://sptz.us/2hesrvRpic.twitter.com/1YcIx0Nfbs
11:05 AM - 30 Jul 2017
The no-pads practice lasted a little more than two hours. Here’s quick rundown of what we saw on the Huskers’ first day back.
- Senior wide receiver De’Mornay Pierson-El was not at camp. Nebraska coach Mike Riley said after practice he was at his sister’s wedding, and should be back for the next practice.
- Senior defensive back Joshua Kalu stayed at safety on Sunday. Sophomore Eric Lee Jr. filled in at cornerback spot. Senior corner Chris Jones is out for a few months with a knee injury. Riley said he likes Kalu at safety, so he’s currently “hesitant” to move him from that spot. Redshirt freshman Dicaprio Bootle played behind Lee. Sophomore Lamar Jackson was the other starting corner.
- Freshman wide receiver Tyjon Lindsey had a great day. The freshman mostly played outside wide receiver rather than in the slot. He had a few receptions in traffic that were pretty impressive. He also shook some linebackers on an end around that would have gone for quite a few yards, upsetting some defensive coaches.
- Lindsey, Bootle and wide receiver Keyan Williams caught punts. When Pierson-El is back, he more than likely will be back there.
- Riley pointed out running back Jaylin Bradley as a true freshman who had a good practice. He didn’t want to point out anyone else. Freshman tight ends Kurt Rafdal (6-foot-7) and Austin Allen (6-8) are clearly the tallest guys on the team. They had good days.
- Nebraska’s offensive line was similar to the 2016 unit. The tackles were Nick Gates and David Knevel. Jerald Foster and Tanner Farmer played guard and Cole Conrad was the center.
- Mikale Wilbon looked great. The junior running back took a lot of reps with the first team.
- Wide receiver Bryan Reimers was impressive as well.
- Redshirt junior QB Tanner Lee looked sharp. He had a few throws that hit the defensive line, which caused some problems. But he found a lot of receivers underneath the coverage, and hit a few guys downfield.
- The Hawks Championship Center got some new banners (photo above). Riley said he has Dan Van De Riet, the Associate Athletics Director for Football Administration, to thank for that. Van De Riet recently took over Nebraska’s new recruiting department.
- The team playlist on Sunday was an eclectic mix that ranged from Kendrick Lamar to Brooks & Dunn.
Bummer. Was disappointed to see Adam Taylor didn't even make the 105. I believe he's still on the roster.
#93
Damion Daniels
6'2" 310 lbs
Position: Defensive Tackle
Year: Fr.
Hometown: Dallas, Texas (Bishop Dunne)
Dude isn't even 18 yet. Already huge. Give him couple years in the weight room and watch out!
Could make the difference with going to a minor or major bowl this year.
;Tall dark and handsome lad....lady's man no doubt.
#93
Damion Daniels
6'2" 310 lbs
Position: Defensive Tackle
Year: Fr.
Hometown: Dallas, Texas (Bishop Dunne)
Dude isn't even 18 yet. Already huge. Give him couple years in the weight room and watch out!
;Tall dark and handsome lad....lady's man no doubt.
Not as big, but Harrison Jordan is also not on the 105. He was supposedly the top FB last year. Perhaps thats why we didnt see FB much the last year?
McNitt and Miles are on it.
Not much talk about this. I think this is a huge deal. Brilliant move.
I agree. One thing about having these seasoned coaches on the analysis staff is if a coach leaves, you have interim coaches there instead of scrambling or having to pull up a GA.
Made me smile. I thought about adding the "no homo" disclaimer to my post but thought I'ld let somebody poke some fun. What took you so long? You have to admit that he's a handsome dude.
Matt Davison @Matt_Davison
I watched #Husker FB practice today. Couple thoughts.
1. Lee gives NU a chance each week. Can make all the throws. Can we keep him upright?
11:55 AM - Aug 1, 2017
I watched #Husker FB practice today. Couple thoughts.
1. Lee gives NU a chance each week. Can make all the throws. Can we keep him upright?
11:55 AM - Aug 1, 2017
2. I still like secondary even with Jones out. Lamar Jackson is a beast. Kalu solid @ S or CB.
3. Keep eyes on Jeremiah Stovall, he'll play
11:58 AM - Aug 1, 2017
Matt Davison @Matt_Davison
DiCaprio Bootle could be nickel corner. #Huskers are thin and can afford no more injuries there.
WR were impressive today overall.
12:08 PM - Aug 1, 2017
DiCaprio Bootle could be nickel corner. #Huskers are thin and can afford no more injuries there.
WR were impressive today overall.
12:08 PM - Aug 1, 2017
Steven M. Sipple @HuskerExtraSip
Diaco said Kalu has potential to be best safety in the country. So, that is where Kalu likely will stay.
12:11 PM - Aug 1, 2017
Diaco said Kalu has potential to be best safety in the country. So, that is where Kalu likely will stay.
12:11 PM - Aug 1, 2017
Brian Rosenthal @GBRosenthal
L. Jackson: "Last year, I was going through the motions, nothing in the tank. Now, I’m emptying the tank. I’m not holding anything back."
12:25 PM - Aug 1, 2017 · Lincoln, NE
L. Jackson: "Last year, I was going through the motions, nothing in the tank. Now, I’m emptying the tank. I’m not holding anything back."
12:25 PM - Aug 1, 2017 · Lincoln, NE
Nebraska football finished its third practice of fall camp on Tuesday and several defensive assistants and players stopped to talk with the media.
Here’s what we learned:
— John Parrella has strained vocal chords, but he fought through them to say the staff ultimately felt Khalil Davis’ best assets would play more at defensive end. He recently made the move over from nose tackle. It also didn’t hurt that Parrella and the staff are comfortable with Peyton Newell operating as the nose tackle behind Mick Stoltenberg. Neither move is final and both could switch it up again, but their versatility has helped with the front.
— Trent Bray called the third day the most important one for his particular role in the defensive installation and said he felt significantly more comfortable with it on Tuesday than he did in the spring. That carried over with his linebackers, who he said all took to the install pretty well.
— Scott Booker said the line for returners is really long right now. They are going to try some players out throughout fall. Booker didn’t mention any specific players at this time.
— One area where there isn’t concern at the moment is kicker. Booker said Drew Brown helps him sleep 4.5 hours a night instead of just 4 hours.
— Even though they’ve only just started working with each other, Donté Williams and Booker know each other from the recruiting trail. Williams said he’s recruited against Booker and respects the coach’s abilities.
— Eric Lee sees opportunity this fall. The cornerback is in a battle with Dicaprio Bootle for the spot opposite of Lamar Jackson. The spot is largely available because of an injury to Chris Jones. Lee said despite the injury, Jones is still very involved with helping installation and coaching.
— Defensive end Carlos Davis said, Mick Stoltenberg has been key for leadership along the defensive line and getting everyone on the same page. The defensive linemen made sure to get freshmen Damion Daniels and Deontre Thomas help when both arrived in June. Davis said he can already see where the size of Daniels is going to be able to eventually help the Nebraska defense in the middle.
— Davis said he’s looking forward to playing defensive end because last season as a defensive tackle, he faced guards and the offensive tackles would talk trash. Now he’ll get to face them straight up.
— Freedom Akinmoladun isn’t concerned that there’s less seniors than usual on the roster. He also doesn’t feel leadership always comes from being older. He said “It’s not about age, it’s about who you are.” The defender feels the Davis twins have stepped into that role.
— Akinmoladun didn’t want to divulge secrets of the defense but when asked if defensive ends might drop back in coverage, he said “It’s going to be nice,” regarding the different things the defense can do.
Here’s what we learned:
— John Parrella has strained vocal chords, but he fought through them to say the staff ultimately felt Khalil Davis’ best assets would play more at defensive end. He recently made the move over from nose tackle. It also didn’t hurt that Parrella and the staff are comfortable with Peyton Newell operating as the nose tackle behind Mick Stoltenberg. Neither move is final and both could switch it up again, but their versatility has helped with the front.
— Trent Bray called the third day the most important one for his particular role in the defensive installation and said he felt significantly more comfortable with it on Tuesday than he did in the spring. That carried over with his linebackers, who he said all took to the install pretty well.
— Scott Booker said the line for returners is really long right now. They are going to try some players out throughout fall. Booker didn’t mention any specific players at this time.
— One area where there isn’t concern at the moment is kicker. Booker said Drew Brown helps him sleep 4.5 hours a night instead of just 4 hours.
— Even though they’ve only just started working with each other, Donté Williams and Booker know each other from the recruiting trail. Williams said he’s recruited against Booker and respects the coach’s abilities.
— Eric Lee sees opportunity this fall. The cornerback is in a battle with Dicaprio Bootle for the spot opposite of Lamar Jackson. The spot is largely available because of an injury to Chris Jones. Lee said despite the injury, Jones is still very involved with helping installation and coaching.
— Defensive end Carlos Davis said, Mick Stoltenberg has been key for leadership along the defensive line and getting everyone on the same page. The defensive linemen made sure to get freshmen Damion Daniels and Deontre Thomas help when both arrived in June. Davis said he can already see where the size of Daniels is going to be able to eventually help the Nebraska defense in the middle.
— Davis said he’s looking forward to playing defensive end because last season as a defensive tackle, he faced guards and the offensive tackles would talk trash. Now he’ll get to face them straight up.
— Freedom Akinmoladun isn’t concerned that there’s less seniors than usual on the roster. He also doesn’t feel leadership always comes from being older. He said “It’s not about age, it’s about who you are.” The defender feels the Davis twins have stepped into that role.
— Akinmoladun didn’t want to divulge secrets of the defense but when asked if defensive ends might drop back in coverage, he said “It’s going to be nice,” regarding the different things the defense can do.
Freedom on leadership: "It's not about age. It's about who you are." Says the Davis twins, in particular, have become leaders.
12:17 PM - Aug 1, 2017
Trent Bray on Guy Thomas: "We’re giving him reps and force-feeding him the stuff, and seeing how he can adapt." Thomas is *230*. #huskers
2:03 PM - Aug 1, 2017
Trent Bray had praise for Andrew Ward, Willie Hampton and Avery Roberts today. Liked how quickly all 3 are picking up on signals
12:14 PM - Aug 1, 2017
Riley has evry coach doing something for special teams. But Scott Booker says he's involved a bit more than everyone else in terms of scheme
12:21 PM - Aug 1, 2017
