Nebraska doesn’t yet have a starting kicker. And Matt Rhule isn’t in any hurry to name one.
Returning starter Tristan Alvano has been limited as he works his way back after a preseason surgery. Special teams coach Ed Foley said Tuesday the sophomore was at 90%. Meanwhile, John Hohl and Nico Ottomanelli have become candidates to open the season as the Huskers’ starter.
Rhule said all have performed well in training camp and a decision will be made late in the week ahead of Nebraska’s opener against UTEP, possibly even on the morning of the game.
“You gotta be 100% at that position to really open up and let it rip at Memorial Stadium with those winds that can sometimes show up,” Rhule said. “So if Tristan’s ready, he’s the best as of next week, then great. And if not, John’s done a great job. So has Nico.”
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Photos: Nebraska football practice at Hawks Championship Center — Aug. 16
Nebraska’s Thomas Fidone picks up a pass during a team practice on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024, at Hawks Championship Center.
Nebraska offensive coordinator Marcus Satterfield coaches tight ends, including Connor Schutt (46), during practice on Friday at Hawks Championship Center.
Nebraska defensive coordinator Tony White talks with the team during a practice on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024, at Hawks Championship Center.
Nebraska’s Thomas Fidone (right) outruns teammate Mikai Gbayor during practice on Friday at Hawks Championship Center.
Nebraska’s Nash Hutmacher (left) and Keona Davis walk into a patch of light during a team practice on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024, at Hawks Championship Center.
Nebraska’s head coach Matt Rhule talks with a New York Giants staff during a team practice on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024, at Hawks Championship Center.
Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule smiles as he talks by the sidelines during a team practice on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024, at Hawks Championship Center.
Nebraska’s Dylan Raiola (from left), offensive coordinator Marcus Satterfield and Thomas Fidone seen during a team practice on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024, at Hawks Championship Center.
Nebraska’s Emmett Johnson catches a pass during practice on Friday at Hawks Championship Center.
Nebraska’s Nate Boerkircher catches a pass during practice on Friday at Hawks Championship Center.
Nebraska’s Jalyn Gramstad looks to make a throw during a team practice on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024, at Hawks Championship Center.
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