The injury bug has begun to hit its stride this season. This year’s affected position, the TEs… at least its not the CBs again. Super-hyped 2021 enrollee Thomas Fidone II was the first to fall with an [ACL tear](https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/31352387/nebraska-huskers-te-recruit-thomas-fidone-knee-injury) in April. Following him [last week](https://nebraska.rivals.com/news/the-3-2-1-sizing-up-the-huskers-through-two-weeks-of-fall-camp) were NU’s two top TEs, Austin Allen and Travis Vokolek. Yes, that’s right, the Husker’s top 3 TEs aren’t practicing right now. Moreover, RsFr Chris Hickman has been dealing with a few [minor injuries](https://journalstar.com/sports/huskers/football/frost-gives-latest-on-te-injuries-and-a-new-name-in-the-mix-smothers-good/article_2ee24475-7f07-5b44-a0a9-0400e9d1ad71.html) and walk-on COVID freshman Nate Boerkircher has [missed some practices](https://247sports.com/college/nebraska/Article/Nebraska-Football-tight-ends-Austin-Allen-Travis-Vokolek-Scott-Frost-169088381/).
The good news, in a [recent presser](https://hailvarsity.com/football/huskers-tight-end-depth-gets-dinged/), Frost stated that Allen was only out for “rest”. However, the media is yet to report on Allen returning to practice. Meanwhile, Vokolek is expected to miss a little more time–and while Frost didn’t go into detail–he [did say](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kDxPeWQ_hZI) one of the TEs “had an appendectomy and just kind of a weird little fluke thing”. That sort of invasive surgery could sit a player up for [a month](https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/treatment-tests-and-therapies/appendectomy) or longer–and while Frost was not specific as to which TE underwent surgery–I have my suspicion that it could be Vokolek**^(1)**.
Despite the vagueness of these injury announcements, I know many fans are interested in the recovery [time tables](https://www.startribune.com/five-things-to-beware-of-with-athletes-and-injury-recovery-timetables/482687841/). The team hasn’t said much in that regard, but it doesn’t sound like any other fall camp injuries will be season ending. Moreover, I certainly care more about players rehabbing properly, doing what’s best for them, and being proactive in re-injury prevention… get well soon guys! That being said, the TE room is currently so small that, according to the previously cited *Journal Star* [article](https://journalstar.com/sports/huskers/football/frost-gives-latest-on-te-injuries-and-a-new-name-in-the-mix-smothers-good/article_2ee24475-7f07-5b44-a0a9-0400e9d1ad71.html), two players were invited into fall camp to replace the injuries: RsFr walk-on Jacob Herbek**^(2)** and 2021 walk-on Evan Meyersick. So, in light of the suddenly open tight end room, let’s see what’s new in 2021, talk a bit about how NU might game plan for the room, and gander at the future of the position.
**WHAT’S NEW?**
>Plus ça change, plus c’est la même chose.
>
>– Jean-Baptiste Alphonse Karr, *Les Guêpes* (1849)
The English translation: “the more it changes, the more it’s the same thing”. This rings true for a tight end room that brought in a 2018 [4-star from Beatrice](https://huskers.com/sports/football/roster/cam-jurgens/42837) only to lose him to the O-line, had a then [soon-to-be controversial player](https://journalstar.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/jury-finds-ex-husker-legrone-not-guilty-of-sex-assault/article_9e72fc25-a03b-5b1f-8178-532642fa71d3.html)**^(3)** emerge in 2019 only to be dismissed, and saw its [former top-producer](https://huskers.com/sports/football/roster/jack-stoll/41679) battle injuries in 2020. So, what exactly is the same here? Austin Allen. The long and short is that Allen has been the glue of this group for the last four years. He’s the leader of a TE room whose performance could be NU’s 2021 Waterloo… I mean that in a two-sided, mutually exclusive way**^(4)**. Depending on how well the TEs play this season, the position could been part of the team’s [downfall](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Waterloo)**^(5)** or they could be the fans’ [positional darling](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sj_9CiNkkn4)**^(6)**.
So, what’s changed in 2021? Jack Stoll [7 GP/1 SRT/7 REC/89 YRDS]–who did miss significant snaps in 2020–[went pro](https://theeagleswire.usatoday.com/2021/08/05/philadelphia-eagles-jack-stoll-training-camp-roster-spot-udfa/)! Meanwhile, [Kurt Rafdal](https://broncosports.com/sports/football/roster/kurt-rafdal/8226) [8 GP/1 REC/1 YRD] and [Jared Bubak](https://ucmathletics.com/sports/football/roster/jared-bubak/6433) [0 GP] transferred. Sadly, with all that’s being going on, both of those guys may have actually seen more time on field. Still, best of luck to them. As of fall camp, 2020 leaders Allen and Vokolek are expected to retain their spots in the top rotation. Below them is the aforementioned Fidone II–who could still see playing time [later in the season](https://journalstar.com/sports/huskers/football/most-intriguing-husker-list-kicks-off-with-freshman-te-thomas-fidone-knee-injury-and-all/article_01e68e43-ddd3-5e42-9a9d-af9c544e5662.html)– and Hickman. However, with Fidone II out, that 4th place in the rotation appears wide-open. If NU is able to get Allen and Vokolek back in their first few games, I expect to see a lot of twin TE formations featuring Allen at FLEX and Vokolek at Y, but obviously that’s to be determined. If one or both are not back, don’t expect too many twin sets. Based on that, let’s get into the year’s outlook.
**WHO GOES WHERE?**
Depending on how deep the room ends up, NU has a few options for its TEs. If the Huskers are able to consistently play with two TEs on the field–which was the initial game plan–a lot of the younger players could definitely see more rotational play. However, if injuries risk putting in inexperienced guys too often, the offense might have to limit how much it runs twin sets. That being said, let’s break down the what NU’s twin sets looks like by defining the contrasting the two TEs we use: the FLEX TE and the Y TE.
FLEX: An easy way of putting it, these are the more catching oriented-TEs. They are flexible; sometimes lining up as a wide receiver, other times just off the line or in the slot, and can even move into the backfield to play blocker or pass-catcher. Allen typically is the starter here.
Y: Simply put, this is the more ‘traditional’ TE. A guy that most often gets set on the line, the Y is expected to block more often than the FLEX, however, they can also play a pass-catching role. This is where Vokolek usually starts.
Having considered that, when looking at the depth chart, we must consider who’ll likely pan out better in which spot. Nonetheless, if twin TE formations are limited the FLEX and Y variations will somewhat go out the window. Instead, the single TE will likely play a style more similar to the Y role, while at times giving some FLEX looks. Having considered both roads, the bright side is that a lot of these guys are highly versatile and can be interchanged, however blocking may be an issue, as only a few guys really have enough weight to hold their own against a Big 10 front seven right now.
**THE DEPTH?**
Nebraska currently has eleven guys who’ve taken TE reps; 6 on scholarship, 1 former-FCS transfer**^(7)**, and 4 walk-ons. In my endnotes I discuss some of the returner’s weigh-ins, but didn’t do the same with the freshman. Considering that in players’ first year, they can easily put on ‘good weight’ simply through nutrition programs and [S&C](https://huskers.com/sports/2019/7/25/211181839.aspx). Still–as previously stated–blocking at sub-240 lbs can be a challenge, so keeping the top end of the depth chart healthy has to be a priority. I’d honestly like to hear the coaching staff go more into detail on how they plan to address that. Obviously moving Herbek to TE was a part of their solution, but we’ll likely have to wait until the 28th to get better clarity on that front. Hopefully the top rotation doesn’t see more injury attrition until and after then. So, let’s look at the stable.
[***Austin Allen***](https://huskers.com/sports/football/roster/austin-allen/42775) ***| #11 | RsJr | 6’9 | 255***
A 2021 [Mackey Award Watch List](https://www.johnmackeyaward.com/uploads/3/4/7/9/34791900/2021.jma.watchlist.pdf) TE, Aurora, NE’s Allen will be 2021’s receiving work horse at TE. In 2020 he played every game, had 18 snags for 236 yards, and was second on the team for total yardage. While Allen is all but guaranteed to see a significant amount of snaps, the biggest concern around him is his blocking ability. If he’s able to elevate that part of his game, I expect to see him not only contribute even more to the team this year**^(8)**, but hear his name called in the 2021 NFL Draft.
[***Travis Vokolek***](https://huskers.com/sports/football/roster/travis-vokolek/42899) ***| #83 | RsJr | 6’6 | 260***
While many may consider Vokolek to be TE2 to Allen’s TE1, I think its more of a TE1-A and TE1-B situation. Affirming my point is the fact that Vokolek often plays Y, while Allen plays FLEX in twin formations. In 2020 Vokolek played all eight games, catching 9 balls for 91 yards with four starts. As with Allen, his numbers should rise this year too. While Allen has received more hype, NFL scouts are [not sleeping on Vokolek](https://journalstar.com/sports/huskers/football/two-minute-drill-nfl-scouts-eye-nebraskas-tight-end-group/article_252d30c8-9cf4-5bdb-ab96-2c68989728ba.html), he could go pro after 2021… leaving NU’s 2022 TE room VERY open in the process.
[***Thomas Fidone II***](https://huskers.com/sports/football/roster/thomas-fidone-ii/42753) ***| #24 | Fr | 6’6 | 235***
Arguably 2021’s top TE recruit in the nation, Fidone II is expected to do big things as soon as he gets in the line up. Also, although not technically in-state, Fidone II came out of Council Bluffs’ Lewis Central High School, which has produced several Power 5 players in the past few years. NU ought to consider jaunting over the river a bit more often after picking up Fidone II. While working on rehab, I expect him to bulk up a bit more. If he could add a few more pounds on and really focuses in the play book, I’d feel much more comfortable with sending him out against Big 10 linebackers. Nonetheless, from the limited film NU has of him, he looks uber-talented. The Huskers are in good hands with him after Allen and Vokolek leave.
[***Chris Hickman***](https://huskers.com/sports/football/roster/chris-hickman/42826)***^(9)*** ***| #87 | RsFr | 6’5 | 215***
The third and final TE with Big 10 experience, Hickman needs a breakout this year. An Omaha Burke grad, in 2020 he played six games, made 1 catch for 1 yard at WR, and saw action on special teams. At least to me, his career so far has been a bit underwhelming. This is in part because the coaching staff can’t seem to figure out if they want him at [TE or WR](https://nebraska.rivals.com/news/fall-camp-preview-loaded-tight-end-room-ready-for-bigger-role). While I didn’t expect him to be vying for a starting spot at TE in 2020, the reality is–thanks to COVID–he’s truly a RsSo. That third year is usually a turning point for players, so ideally, we should see a jump in his production.
[***James Carnie***](https://huskers.com/sports/football/roster/james-carnie/42746) ***| #81 | Fr | 6’5 | 230***
A 2021 home-grown enrollee from Firth, Carnie was a versatile player at Norris High School. His athleticism was something I noticed in the spring game, where he saw time in the FLEX spot. Comparing his spring weigh-in to fall camp, he’s gained 10 lbs. If he can keep that trending upwards into the 240s and 250s by next year, I expect him to see solid rotational play as a redshirt freshman.
[***AJ Rollins***](https://huskers.com/sports/football/roster/aj-rollins/42749) ***| #86 | Fr | 6’6 | 230***
Another in-state recruit, Rollins impressed at Creighton Prep, where he also was used in a range of formations. That being said, in film, Rollins was seen alongside his high school’s O-line more often than his fellow 2021 recruits; Fidone II and Carnie. If NU eyes him for depth at Y, expect him to work a ton with the S&C team to bulk up. He’s another guy who could see big gains during a 2021 redshirt. Moreover, if both Allen and Vokolek are gone in 2022, Rollins could push to take over the starting Y spot.
[***Chancellor Brewington***](https://huskers.com/sports/football/roster/chancellor-brewington/43317)***^(10)*** ***| #82 | RsJr | 6’3 | 185+***
Okay, so there should be a bit of an asterisk next to Brewington–as while he is getting TE reps–I 100% believe that he is better suited for the WR room. At his size, he should only see time at TE if the depth chart gets extremely whittled due to injury. Originally a 3-star out of Arizona, Brewington struggled with injuries in his time at NAU. He last played in 2018, where he hauled in 23 catches for 246 yards. If he has recovered from injury, I could see him as a WR on the cusp of the travel roster, but for now, he’s largely an unknown.
[***Nate Boerkircher***](https://huskers.com/sports/football/roster/nate-boerkircher/42786) ***| #49 | COVID Fr | 6’4 | 220***
A walk-on from central Nebraska, Boerkircher earned an all-state nod from the [*World-Herald*](https://omaha.com/sports/high-school/plus/list-nebraska-high-school-football-all-class-teams-honorable-mentions/article_9f8d7d51-13ec-54b7-a110-91ca2ac5f0a2.html) in 2019, his final year at Aurora High School… the same school as Austin Allen. While trying to guess who has the upper-hand this low on the depth chart can be near-impossible, his hometown’s [media buzz](https://www.auroranewsregister.com/sports-commentary/boerkircher-emerging-big-red-lineup) seems to suggest he may be the best of the walk-ons. That wouldn’t shock me too much, considering NU [wasn’t his only option](https://omaha.com/sports/high-school/recruiting/huskers-land-walk-on-commitment-from-aurora-tight-end-nate-boerkircher/article_7ba77c7a-d4b1-50d3-b611-2a7b3d236760.html). Boerkircher held a DII offer from Chadron State and was in talks with a few Group of 5 and FCS schools. He could be a late bloomer who didn’t get enough looks in high school, sort of like [Tyler Hoppes](https://huskers.com/sports/football/roster/tyler-hoppes/15554). I’m a bit interested to see how much more mass he can add to his frame. While I don’t expect to see him earn any snaps if the room stays healthy, special team play may not be out of the picture. Still using a travel roster spot for merely a special teamer doesn’t make too much sense in this context.
[***John Goodwin***](https://huskers.com/sports/football/roster/john-goodwin/42815) ***| #46 | RsFr | 6’2 | 255***
Having first walked-on from Lincoln High in 2019, Goodwin has some decent size and could be a solution to blocking if the TE room stays light on bodies. Correct me if I’m wrong, but if my memory serves, Goodwin is the son of John Goodwin Sr., whose work at the [Malone Center](https://journalstar.com/news/local/malone-center-names-goodwin-new-executive-director/article_7aa8fd41-a46d-5e73-ac28-18733378ee29.html) as well as with [Nebrasketball](https://omaha.com/sports/college/huskers/teams/mens-basketball/husker-basketball-partners-with-lincolns-malone-center-to-help-in-fight-for-racial-equality/article_f566fcb2-2361-5546-9dae-52b14e0ee32a.html) is some pretty great stuff. It seems like John Jr. is following in his father’s footsteps, being named to both the Berringer and Osborne Citizenship Teams [in 2020](https://huskers.com/news/2020/4/28/football-70-named-to-berringer-citizenship-team.aspx). He also appeared in the spring game–that being said, I don’t expect him to see the field this year.
[***Jacob Herbek***](https://huskers.com/sports/football/roster/jacob-herbek/42825)***| #80 | RsFr | 6’5 | 265***
Now this is an interesting move. Herbek–who walked-on from Grand Island Central Catholic–was a do-it-all player in high school. Having him make the switch to TE makes a lot of sense to me. It seems like many of our walk-on TEs are undersized, but Herbek changes that. In case the room does end up being continually injured, having another guy that can effectively block is crucial. However, I really do only expect him to provide practice depth unless the worst case scenario happens.
[***Evan Meyersick***](https://huskers.com/sports/football/roster/evan-meyersick/42760) ***| #48 | Fr | 6’5 | 185***
Fairly new to the game of football, Meyersick only played at Millard West for two years before [earning](https://omaha.com/sports/huskers/recruiting/nebraskas-walk-on-class-adds-millard-wests-evan-meyersick/article_6b11783d-3cef-573c-86e8-0e04e7f1f1fb.html) two DII offers and a preferred walk-on spot at NU. If that isn’t an indicator of raw talent, I’m not sure what is. While its hard to say what Meyersick’s ceiling is, he’s one of those walk-ons who could push into the rotation or special teams room two or three years down the line. For now, he’s got to bulk up with some S&C. He’ll redshirt in 2020.
**THE FUTURE**
While staying healthy appears to be a big part of 2021’s TE campaign, looking to the future there’s more that ought to be considered. Frost has continued bulking up on TEs, which makes me think fans can expect the twin look more often than not in the future. So, for one last hurrah, let’s see who’s in the TE pipeline, and two in state guys that NU missed out on.
***Commits***
[***Chase Androff***](https://247sports.com/player/chase-androff-46101227/) ***| 2022 | 6’6 | 230 | Lakeville, MN***
A 3-star TE whose compositely rated as the 55th best TE in the class of 2022, Androff plays for Lakeville South High School–the rival of RT Bryce Benhart’s former school, Lakeville North. If Androff is truly 230 lbs already, he could come into the fall of 2022 darn near a playable weight. While he would likely have to trade out some ‘bad’ weight for ‘good’ weight, that’s a good sign. In watching his film, he looks to be a solid blocker who plays off the line and is able to get open in short to mid-range routes. He also has a few deep ball catches. This fits inline with the Y spot very well. He could be the eventual complement to Fidone II at the FLEX.
[***Benjamin Brahmer***](https://247sports.com/player/benjamin-brahmer-46113780/)***^(11)*** ***| 2023 | 6’5 | 185 | Pierce, NE***
Another 3-star, Brahmer is a homegrown talent. While he’s still rated as a WR on 247 Sports’ recruiting guide, based on their rating system, he looks to be somewhere between the 23rd to 29th best TE for 2023. He’s tall, can line up as a receiver, and has a ton of reach. He could certainly be a protégé to the FLEX spot in his first few years before taking over the reins himself. While his highlights are certainly impressive, they’re devoid of showing him as a blocker. Obviously he still has time to learn those skills while in high school, but that physicality will likely be something he needs to work on in his first few years with the program. Still he’s a guy I think fans should get excited about… especially if they’re trying to look past the current ranking of the [2022 recruiting class](https://247sports.com/college/nebraska/Season/2022-Football/Commits/).
***Misses***
So, the last point I’d like to discuss is two in-state TEs who have committed to schools not named Nebraska. While I cannot say either of these players share this sentiment, I think [the words](https://theathletic.com/2408790/2021/02/24/nebraska-recruiting-misses-top-prospects/) of 18th overall compositely-ranked linebacker [Devon Jackson](https://247sports.com/Player/Devon-Jackson-46098692/) (Omaha Burke) sum up why NU is loosing upper-end in-state talent.
>“I’ve never had any desire to go to Nebraska,” Jackson said. “People in this state try to force that on you. I’m kinda hard-headed, stubborn, so it’s like, ‘No, I’m not going to, just because.’ They’re not the program that they were. It’s like they’re living in the past. You have to move on from that.”
>
>– *The Athletic*, Mitch Sherman, Feb. 2021
Moreover, both of these TEs are from Bellevue West, a school with several guys at other schools**^(12)**. While the digital age has made regional recruiting more difficult, NU needs to regain lost ground in Bellevue and the rest of the Omaha metro area… as Frost has even been recently [questioned on that issue](https://journalstar.com/sports/huskers/life-in-the-red/big-ten-media-days-frost-addresses-huskers-recruiting-efforts-in-omaha-metro-area/article_da0c60b9-28db-5b30-8bb1-52a07541057a.html). However, one issue that likely made it difficult for the Huskers to land either of these guys is the 2021 signings of Fidone II, Carnie, and Rollins. These guys want to start quickly, that’d be hard to do at NU. The amount of young players already on the roster is frankly something any recruit should be weary of, but the way I see it, the more young guys in competition, the better.
[***Kaden Helms***](https://247sports.com/player/kaden-helms-46097236/) ***| 2022 | 6’5 | 222 | Bellevue, NE | committed to Oklahoma***
A bubble 4-star who is the composite-ranked 15th best TE in the 2022 recruiting class, I really wish NU could’ve landed Helms–the fact that he committed to OU stings even more. Obviously the Sooners are a great program and I’ll root for any in-state kid no matter where they play, but I’m genuinely interested in whether or not NU was ever on the table for him. If so, what does the team need to address to pull in guys like him?
[***Micah Riley-Ducker***](https://247sports.com/player/micah-riley-ducker-46095098/) ***| 2022 | 6’6 | 235 | Bellevue, NE | committed to Auburn***
Unlike Helms, I see 3-star Riley-Ducker’s commitment as being less of an “I’m going to a team way better than NU” situation. Sure, Auburn has exposure… they’re in the SEC. Nonetheless, they’ve been an up-and-down program since Cam Newton. While I can understand why a guy would want to play for the Tigers, this is a player I feel NU could’ve had a realistic chance of getting a commitment from. I want to make it very clear, I’m not criticizing Riley-Ducker’s decision, I’m pointing out that from my outside-looking-in position, I wonder if NU’s recruiting staff could’ve been more competitive in this instance.
All things considered, I know NU won’t land every in-state player. Yet, the fact that 2022 in-staters Helms, Riley-Ducker, Jackson, and OG [Deshawn Woods](https://247sports.com/player/deshawn-woods-46096675/) didn’t seem to even consider the Huskers does concern me.
**WRAP UP**
Taking everything into account, I’m not too worried about the TE group. While I worry that depth may be running thin due to injury, I genuinely think Allen and Vokolek will still be able to carry the brunt of the season. Worse comes to worse, we play with only 1 TE most of the time. At that point, if they need an extra blocker, just put [Jaquez Yant in at fullback](https://www.reddit.com/r/Huskers/comments/p3oycs/huskers_practicing_goal_line_packages_that/)**^(13)**! Which TE do you think could have a break out this year? Do you think Allen and Vokolek both go pro after 2021? If so, who will be in the rotation for 2022?
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***Endnotes***
1. This is mere speculation. Other than Frost’s statement that Vokolek would take a bit longer to get back on the field, I have no evidence. Nate Boerkircher also had his camp roster spot assigned to another player, so it could be him.
2. I know, he’s still listed as a D-lineman on the roster… but like a lot of walk-ons, he’s a guy that can be a bit interchangeable. It’s good to see depth guys take reps where they can get them.
3. I don’t want to take too much time talking about this, but I feel I should say something. Yes, by a [Nebraska law](https://journalstar.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/in-ex-husker-s-case-court-fight-begins-over-whether-accuser-made-it-clear-she/article_7d897792-9c28-5da8-889b-4ff45bd21cfa.html) that I feel [should be changed](https://apnews.com/article/085b549f962748929c8b14814ed2296a), LeGrone was found not guilty. That being said, if you truly feel that what he and [Andre Hunt](https://journalstar.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/ex-husker-pleads-no-contest-to-false-reporting/article_64827c8c-4051-505c-9d74-188670cf9553.html) did was okay, I suggest you read the [woman’s testimony](https://journalstar.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/accuser-offers-tearful-testimony-says-legrone-raped-me-for-15-minutes/article_ade4a7bd-64ca-5281-bf51-55d99788755b.html) [NSFW, TW: Assault].
4. Yeah, I’m breaking out the math terminology today.
5. Idk what’s with the French connection today… Just ride the wave, man!
6. Tbh, the [French version](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMpGQ3phCXo) of the song is the best version. One thing I like about ABBA is they can sing in five languages! Do you know which five?
7. Technically, Brewington is a walk-on too, but I feel there should be some distinction made for guys who played D1 somewhere on scholarship at some point… similar to Nouri Nouili or Ezra Miller.
8. He could also grow a mullet. Jack Stullet… I mean Jack Stoll had one, Vokolek has one, as does Hickman and Boerkircher. #MulletMafia
9. Weight has been somewhat of an issue for Hickman, who played 2020 at WR while weighing 205. He may have put on more weight since his official weigh-in.
10. Same goes for Brewington’s weight. Frost has made it sound like he’s bulked up and pictures like [this](https://twitter.com/ChancellorBrew1/status/1415752815331397636/photo/1) make me agree… yet that doesn’t look to be Big 10 TE size.
11. Its important to remember that 2021 will only be Brahmer’s junior year, so unlike the already enrolled players, I’m not really worried about his weight. Also, with COVID, it’s hard to say when he last had an official weigh-in. By the time he enrolls he could easily be north of 200 lbs or more.
12. Between the recruiting classes of 2016 to 2022, Bellevue West has had six players commit to DI schools not named NU (aside from Helms and Riley-Ducker, those names include [Cade Johnson](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4031033/cade-johnson), [Jevyon Ducker](https://niuhuskies.com/sports/football/roster/jevyon-ducker/8318), [Keagan Johnson](https://hawkeyesports.com/roster/keagan-johnson/), and [Henry Rickels](https://247sports.com/player/henry-rickels-46103920/)–2022 RB [LJ Richardson](https://247sports.com/player/lj-richardson-46117127/) also has a Wyoming offer). Notably, only Keagan Johnson went Power 5 out of those other four. Meanwhile, the Thunderbirds have sent two scholarship players to NU in that time, COVID Freshman [Zavier Betts](https://huskers.com/sports/football/roster/zavier-betts/42783) and 2017 recruit [Jaylin Bradley](https://huskers.com/sports/football/roster/jaylin-bradley/15791), who [entered the transfer portal](https://journalstar.com/sports/huskers/football/husker-rb-jaylin-bradley-in-ncaa-transfer-portal-per-source/article_0991ccf6-3ddc-5820-9bc7-e88519653c75.html) in early 2020.
13. I know it’s outdated and probably not effective anymore, but Osborne’s playbook should be required reading for all UNL students.
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