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Dave Bradley

Dave Bradley

Capitalizing on opportunity

It’s safe to say freshman tight end Nate Boerkircher will never forget his first catch as a Nebraska Cornhusker. There’s just no way that’s ever going to happen.
Nate Boerkircher (49) and Austin Allen (11) were on the field at the same time in a two tight end set late in the third quarter for the Big Red.

Nate Boerkircher (49) and Austin Allen (11) were on the field at the same time in a two tight end set late in the third quarter for the Big Red.

Boerkircher brothers relish first on-field experience

Nebraska’s win Saturday over FCS Fordham will be long forgotten by many. While it was a much-needed win for a confidence-starved group, it just won’t register for most fans.  However, Nebraska’s 52-7 win over Fordham will be remembered for a long time by the Boerkircher brothers.
Butch Furse

Butch Furse

Watching beloved Huskers from the comforts of home

 It’s no secret the Betterhalf is possibly one of the top female Husker football fans. A week ago her Husker loyalty took a challenge after the Cornhusker’s loss to Illinois. She was asked if her Husker loyalty was fading. That was a silly question!
Nate Boerkircher (49) and Austin Allen (11) were on the field at the same time in a two tight end set late in the third quarter for the Big Red.

Nate Boerkircher (49) and Austin Allen (11) were on the field at the same time in a two tight end set late in the third quarter for the Big Red.

Former Huskies take Big Red reps

A trio of former Aurora standouts each found the field for the Nebraska football team Saturday.  Austin Allen alongside brothers Ian and Nate Boerkircher each saw playing time in the Huskers' 52-7 win against Fordham Saturday in Nebraska's home-opener.
Former Husky Austin Allen was voted as a Nebraska football captain by his teammates ahead of the season opener Saturday at Illinois.

Former Husky Austin Allen was voted as a Nebraska football captain by his teammates ahead of the season opener Saturday at Illinois.

Allen voted by teammates as Husker team captain

Captain Oz sure has a nice ring to it.  Austin Allen made it no secret since spring ball that his goal was to become a captain for the Nebraska football team.  A young man who has so many Nebraska youth looking up to him, both literally and figuratively, proved achieving your goals is possible.
Butch Furse

Butch Furse

‘Mullet’ hairstyle part of ever-changing style trends

ANR Sports Editor Rich  Rhoden in his BigRich Sports Report made mention of former Husky Nate Boerkircher making good waves inside the Husker football workouts. Boerkircher has been noticed for his play on the field as well as his new flowing hairstyle called a “mullet.
ANR

ANR

Allen speaks to Aurora Rotary

“How’s it going, Oz?” The voice Austin Allen heard through the zoom call was all too familiar. The Aurora native has heard it quite a bit in his lifetime.  The smile that came over his face when his former coach asked him a question was all that needed to be said.
Aurora native Nate Boerkircher had his first Nebraska football game experience during the Husker Spring Game earlier this year, including the tunnel walk as shown here.

Aurora native Nate Boerkircher had his first Nebraska football game experience during the Husker Spring Game earlier this year, including the tunnel walk as shown here.

Boerkircher emerging in Big Red lineup

The beautiful, flowing hair from the back of his helmet makes him stand out in the crowd.  It’s a unique look, something that’s required a ton of patience to come in and now, enjoy the spoils of a business in the front, party in the back look.
Austin Allen was one of three Nebraska football players to represent the Huskers at Big Ten Media Days in Indianapolis last week.

Austin Allen was one of three Nebraska football players to represent the Huskers at Big Ten Media Days in Indianapolis last week.

Allen represents B1G Red at media days

Austin Allen isn’t much of a coffee guy. He doesn’t drink any soda, either -- hasn’t since 2011.  The former Husky has plenty of natural energy, leaving before dawn Thursday morning on a flight for Big Ten Media days in Indianapolis as the spokesman for the Huskers offense.  That’s a huge deal.