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Texas Tech transfer D-lineman Devin Drew says after a weekend visit to Lincoln that Nebraska looks like “a good fit” and “a good opportunity.” | It’s UT or NU for Mathis

Tom Shatel* and Steven M. Sipple* offer their takes on the new NIL/portal world of college athletics.

This week in Husker history: The first spring game; a 41-member recruiting class; several NFL first-rounders; the passing of Sam Francis.

The latest round of position status reports: Wide receivers, Running backs,* Defensive backs,* Quarterbacks.*

This spring gave tight end Travis Vokolek some insights into coaching.

Transfer kicker Timmy Bleekrode sees himself taking on “a little bit of a leadership position” after he arrives in Lincoln a month from now.

Volleyball coach John Cook discusses how stress caused him to hit bottom in 2009.

Reserve defensive lineman Tate Wildeman* has left the team and is reportedly done with football.

With a key deadline looming, here’s a portal primer. | Recruiting notes: 1,* 2,* 3

The latest batch of position status reports: Linebackers (1,* 2*), Safeties,* O-line (1,* 2), Cornerbacks.*

Nebraska quarterback commit William Watson did some peer recruiting during his time in Lincoln for the spring game.

Casey Rogers says he hopes “all doors are open” as he weighs his options in the transfer portal. | Carriker: What now for the D-line?

Nebraska’s bullpen closes the deal in a 4-3 win over North Dakota State.

Better late than never: BTN’s spring game telecast is now available to non-subscribers.

Depth on the defensive line takes a surprising hit as Casey Rogers* enters his name in the transfer portal.* | Deadline looms | Discuss

Nebraska is part of a wave of new offensive coordinators in the Big Ten.

Cornerback Jeremiah Newcombe, son of former Husker QB and receiver Bobby, receives a Nebraska offer for 2024.

Here are wild cards who could boost the Huskers at each position. | Status reports: Receivers (1,* 2*), QBs, D-line (1,* 2*).

On an 18-game win streak, Husker softball enters the national rankings.

With Nebraska needing an addition on the interior defensive line, here are some names to watch* in the transfer portal.

Learfield is the dominant player when it comes to Big Ten schools’ multimedia deals.

The price has crept up, but the new athletic facility* remains on track for completion in the summer of 2023, Trev Alberts* says on the radio.

Husker Dan takes a look at the new faces on the football roster.

Lincoln High wide receiver Beni Ngoyi gets a Nebraska offer.

David Max offers a Fanalytix perspective on the 2022 season opener.

Husker coaches are hitting the recruiting trail this week as the spring evaluation period begins. | Gretna QB to Okla. State*

Offensive lineman Yoshi Hardrick,* two-time champion in the CFL, appreciates getting knocked down a peg or two after his arrival in Lincoln in 2010.

Scott Frost was right* about Cam Jurgens’ NFL potential at center, Sam McKewon writes. | Toure’s stock rising

Here are status reports on the quarterbacks* and running backs (1, 2*). | Purdy’s abbreviated spring

Cornerback Quinton Newsome is striving for more as a player and a leader.

This week in Husker history: Frank Crawford, one of Nebraska’s first coaches, recalls football’s early days during a rare visit to Lincoln.

Walk-on Colton Feist could be a meaningful part of the 2022 defensive line.

It’s Adam Carriker unfiltered in the latest Husker Doc Talk.

Coach Jim Harbaugh says things are looking “scary good” for Michigan,* Nebraska’s Nov. 12th opponent.

Post-spring game perspectives: Blaise Gunnerson, Chubba Purdy, Rahmir Johnson.

Mel Kiper Jr.’s latest mock draft has Cam Taylor-Britt going to the 49ers in the second round.

Nebraska announces the launch of an NIL marketplace for Husker student-athletes. | Trey Palmer’s NFT foray*

Roster additions and subtractions are a near certainty as the spring portal season is about to arrive. | Recruiting notes: 1,* 2*

ESPN’s FPI system rates the Huskers as a narrow favorite* to win the Big Ten West.

Samori Toure has his sights on the NFL after starting out as a half-scholarship guy at the FCS level.

The stars were out for Wednesday night’s Jet Award gala.

From Travis Fisher, what “dog mentality”* really means.

The defensive line play* in the spring game was part of what appears to be an improved pass rush.

Former Husker defensive back Malik Williams has landed at Stephen F. Austin.

Three Huskers — Austin Allen, Matt Sichterman and Ben Stille — are named to the Hampshire Honor Society.

The progress of veteran O-lineman Trent Hixson* has the staff feeling better about the center spot.

Nebraska announces a partnership with Altius Sports to bolster the university’s NIL program.

Tuesday’s baseball game against Creighton has been moved up 30 minutes due to weather concerns. | Suspended in fourth inning

An act of sportsmanship is recalled at Frank Solich’s retirement dinner in Ohio.

There are a few position target areas* where the Huskers may look for help this spring via the transfer portal