By Tommy Rezac
Nebraska opens as a 24-point underdog against No. 8 Ohio State this Saturday, which according to sources, is the largest spread against the Huskers in a home game since 1957.
Nebraska hasn’t been this big of an underdog at home in 60 years — 1957 Oklahoma. (That’s according to my source, @JeffieHusker)https://t.co/14asi3tA9M
— Dirk Chatelain (@dirkchatelain) October 9, 2017
Depth Chart
Depth chart. Lee over Chris Jones still at corner. Bryant still on injured list. Kalu starting at safety. #Huskers pic.twitter.com/SY5htA0mup
— Tommy Rezac (@Tommy_KLIN) October 9, 2017
Sophomore running back Tre Bryant is still on the injured list on Nebraska’s latest depth chart, but Coach Riley says he “may” practice on Monday. Junior Mikale Wilbon, who’s recovering from an ankle injury, is “feeling better” and is likely to practice most of the week. There’s no confirmation on whether or not he’ll play.
Injuries
Seniors Marcus Newby, Josh Kalu and Chris Jones were all on the field together for the first time this season against Wisconsin. Coach Riley said those three made it through the game well physically, and will be ready to play again.
Jones isn’t quite ready to play every snap, but will be able to rotate in like he did against Wisconsin with sophomore Eric Lee.
Junior safety Antonio Reed, who suffered a knee injury in the second half against the Badgers, is questionable/doubtful this week. Senior right tackle David Knevel is probable this week, while junior center Cole Conrad is still questionable as he recovers from a knee injury.
This and That
Larry the Cable Guy joined KLIN’s Jack Mitchell on “LNK Today with Jack and Friends” on Monday morning to give his current thoughts on the state of Nebraska Football. Hear his comments on the Huskers beginning at about the 27-minute mark.
You can contact Tommy at 402-840-5226, or you can follow him on Twitter @Tommy_KLIN.
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