Who will be Nebraska’s kicker Saturday? It might depend on how far away the team is from the uprights.
The Huskers are likely to use both sophomore Tristan Alvano and redshirt freshman John Hohl, coach Matt Rhule said Thursday. Alvano — the incumbent — could work from shorter distances as he returns to full health from a groin injury while Hohl will operate from farther out.
“I think you could see both those guys kick and I think you’ll see John kick off,” Rhule said.
Also on the injury front, No. 2 right tackle Gunnar Gottula will be out for the opener against UTEP. No. 2 left guard Henry Lutovsky and cornerback Blye Hill will both be available.
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* Running backs will be rotated in based on both series and situations, Rhule said. Co-No. 1s Rahmir Johnson, Gabe Ervin, Emmett Johnson and Dante Dowdell are all set to play in the first half, with both Johnsons considered as more likely third-down options because of their versatility in the pass game.
* Former LSU tight end Mac Markaway will be eligible to play this season after joining Nebraska this week. The previous four-star prospect and current sophomore went through the admissions process on his own and took a standard student campus tour. Rhule said getting Markway up to speed won’t be unlike the NFL rhythm of doing so with players who arrive during the season.
Rhule said he was “shocked” when Markway arrived — a move none of the coaches saw coming.
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