Gift this article Share this article paywall-free. Tony White wants Nebraska to be positionless. The Huskers’ line will be less predictable as a result.The new defensive coordinator spent the spring installing a new scheme with three down linemen. The consequential three linebackers and five defensive backs on the field will make NU more flexible, but
The mixing and matching continues for the Nebraska defense.A few minutes with multiple position coaches and defenders after Thursday’s practice was the latest reminder the Huskers are far from putting labels on individual players.“That’s the beauty of it right now with spring ball and having versatile guys,” defensive line coach Terrance Knighton said. “You throw
EVAN BLAND Omaha World-Herald What could Nebraska’s defensive front look like in six months? The answers will begin to arrive with spring camp.There’s nuance beyond new position coach Terrance Knighton getting to know his players and competition for top spots. Knighton said in mid-February his group will include both linemen and so-called “edge rushers.” What