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Nebraska by 2+ TD's. Book it

Super conferences are on their way.

Green couldn't/can't play another position. If we can't get Devin Fuller I don't think we need to recruit another QB. Martinez is only a sophomore and Carnes is a freshman. These 2 are the present/future.

Athlon Sports has us ranked #10 in the nation and predicts us to win the Legends' Division. You can also partake in a debate on the link. "Quarterback Taylor Martinez is the key. The Huskers’ late-season offensive woes in 2010 coincided with his being slowed by an ankle injury suffered in the eighth game. In the first seven games, he rushed for 870 yards and 12 touchdowns. Over the final seven — he missed one and didn’t have a carry in another — he rushed for only 95 yards and didn’t score a touchdown." ATHLON

As others said the hat was given to the pastor. I have followed Aaron on facebook and read other articles, he's one hell of a football player, but even better person. Faith.Family.Football---in that order.

Too many conference games. People like to see top teams play other conference's top teams.

CHICAGO -- Big Ten officials discussed (not official) a proposal that would pay athletes to help cover living expenses on top of their scholarships during the league's spring meetings this week. "The idea, which is backed by current NCAA president Mark Emmert and was favored by late NCAA president Myles Brand, is to bridge the gap between what athletic scholarships pay and other expenses like transportation and clothing. That difference has been estimated at between $2,000 to $5,000 per player." I think this could help recruiting for all Big 10 schools, but I HATE when people say these kids don't get paid. FREE education. Average tuition and fees for a Big 10 school is around $20,000 a year. I'm not against the extra money, just sick of the people who cry about it. What do you guys think? LINK

Ferentz is a great coach. Lane Kiffin is the one who is overpaid.

Kiper has Crick at #22 in his top 25. Had him as the second best DT behind worthy of Michigan State. He had 2 DE's from UNC, crazy. No other Huskers made it.

Is this not 2011?? It says 2010 by it, which was last years' records. Haha I didn't even notice that. This is not 'Nam. This is bowling. There are rules.

Is this not 2011?? It says 2010 by it, which was last years' records.

So underrated. I think him and Daimion Stafford are the two kids to look out for. Stafford has fallen under the radar and he will be a stud IMO.

Problem for Wisconsin - They lose 2 1st Team All-American O-Linemen. I know they reproduce but that is a MAJOR loss. They also lose TE Lance Hendricks who was a 2nd Team All-American, and J.J. Watt was a 2nd Team All-American.

He has solid size for a Big 10 tight end, but that is a long layoff. Hopefully he recovers well and produces on the field.

Nebraska has the best chance to win the Big 10, and that's being unbiased. It was Ohio St. but with all their problems I have Nebraska ahead of them. We have the best defense in the league, but again our offense has a lot to prove. Wisconsin loses a little too much for me to put them ahead of Ohio St, and Penn State doesn't have enough talent to win the division IMO. And yes I agree, Michigan will knock a few good teams off with their play makers. Iowa will have a solid O-Line, but their depth is a concern overall. If they stay healthy they can be dangerous though.

Anyone can write Bleacher Report articles jut to clarify that, even if the person has no credibility. With that being said it wouldn't even matter to me if the ESPN guys said we were going to win. We still have to go out there and get it done. We have to have A LOT of inexperienced players at the WR and RB position to step up. I think we will make the Rose Bowl, but the National Title is a little stretch (but can be done). BTW I have met Kelechi Osemele aka "KO" from Iowa State. He is a good guy, and he will talk to people and party with them as well-- Big human

Sounds like he's coming to Nebraska. Commit by Monday.

Rivals has him sold on us.

6. Minnesota 2010: 3-9 (2-6) Offense: 6 The Gophers will have to replace Adam Weber who has had a good career at Minnesota. Last year Weber threw for 2,679 yards and 20 TD's. Things are looking up though because MarQueis Gray looks to take over the offense as he has become the talk of the spring. The top two running backs are back in DeLeon Eskridge and Duane Bennett. Rising star Da'Jon McKnight is back after having a solid season last year catching 10 TD's. After McKnight though, there is not another receiver who is back with any production under their belt. Tight end Eric Lair will try and help the passing game as he is back after a 526 yard and 2 TD season. Minnesota will also have to find a new kicker as Eric Ellestad has graduated. Defense: 8 Jewhan Edwards who lead the team in sacks is gone along with two solid secondary players in Kyle Turet and Ryan Collado. That being said the Gophers will be able to build on eight returning starters. Gary Tinsley who lead the team in tackles last year is back, and so is linebacker Mike Rallis. These two will have to carry the load with no play makers around them. Top Recruits - Tommy Olson, OG Kyle McAvoy, OT Jephette Matilus, LB Key Game: Oct. 8 @Purdue (Lost 28-17 in 2010; one of two games they could win in conference.) 5. Northwestern 2010: 7-6 (3-5) Offense: 9 Unlike the Leaders' division, from spot 5 on down in the Legends', it is pretty wide open. If Quarterback Dan Persa can stay healthy this team can be a sleeper in the Big 10. Running back Mike Trumpy has emerged as the clear number one, but their isn't any depth behind him or if Persa goes down with another injury. Wide receiver Jeremy Ebert is back after leading the team in yards and TD's. His 953 yard, 8 TD season has him one of the top receivers in the Legends' division. His sidekick Sidney Stewart is gone now so the Wildcats need another receiver to emerge. They will have some help in tight end Drake Dunsmore as he caught 5 TD's in 2010. Defense: 7 Quentin Davie, Nate Williams, and Corbin Bryant will be missed, but this defense could also surprise people this year. Defensive end Vince Browne had 7 sacks last year and safety Brian Peters had 107 tackles and 3 INT's. Cornerback Jordan Mabin and defensive tackle Jack DiNardo are two other names to look out for the upcoming season. Top Recruits - Christian Jones, WR Jack Konopka, OT Shane Mertz, OT Key Game: Oct. 1 @Illinois (Lost 48-27 to their rival at Wrigley Field in 2010.) 4. Michigan 2010: 7-6 (3-5) Offense: 9 New head coach Brady Hoke will fall into plenty of offensive talent this year. Lead by Denard Robinson who threw for 18 TD's and also ran for 14 TD's is back. Will he let "Shoelace" run wild or implement his pro style offense? They also have their top two running backs back in Vincent Smith and Michael Shaw. These two combined for over rushing 1,000 yards and 14 TD's. The receiving corps is also stacked, which is lead by rising star Roy Roundtree. He had a team high 953 yards and 7 TD's last season. Darryl Stronum and Junior Hemmingway will also take some heat off of the running game as they each had productive seasons. No matter the system these receivers should have another good year. Defense: 8 Like offense almost all key players are back on defense as well. Jonas Mouton is the only missed player as he lead the team in tackles with 117. Defensive tackle Mike Martin will be one of the conference's best, and defensive end Ryan Van Bergen returns with 4 sacks. Hoke will have a tough task in teaching this secondary a new system of defense because the 3-3-5 didn't work. Top Recruits - Justice Hayes, RB Chris Barnett, TE Blake Countess, DB Key Game: Nov. 12 @Illinois (Won 67-65 at home in a 3OT thriller last season.) 3. Iowa 2010: 8-5 (4-4) Offense: 4 James Vandenberg will take over the reigns as quarterback Ricky Stanzi has graduated and left to the NFL. Vandenberg played well in 2009 when he filled in at Ohio State when they lost in OT, but will need to stay consistent. Depth will be the main concern at running back since Adam Robinson and Jewel Hampton might not be back due to allegations off the field, but freshman Marcus Coker had a ridiculous 219 yard game against Mizzou in the bowl game. Iowa also has a solid offensive line lead by NFL ready Riley Reiff. Iowa's all-time leading receiver DJK has graduated, but Marvin McNutt is turning into a special wide receiver. He will need some help because tight end Allen Reisner is also gone, but the Hawkeyes are known for reproducing this position. Wide receiver Keenan Davis has had a solid spring and looks to be the No. 2 guy. Defense: 5 The front seven of this defense will have to do some heavy repairing now that Adrian Clayborn, Karl Klug, and Jeremiah Hunter are gone. Mike Daniels and Kyle Neilsen look to take over and lead. The secondary has to replace two safeties, but a position change in Micah Hyde should help. The Hawks' also boast one of the nation's top corners in Shaun Prater. Top Recruits - Rodney Coe, ATH Austin Blythe, OL Ray Hamilton, TE Key Game: Oct. 15 v.s. Northwestern (Lost 21-17 last year; haven't beaten the Wildcats since 2007.) 2. Michigan State 2010: 10-2 (7-1) Offense: 6 Quarterback Kirk Cousins leads this offense coming off a 2,825 yard, 20 TD season. He will also have two solid running backs behind him in Edwin Baker and Le'Veon Bell. To help protect Cousins and lead these running backs left tackle D.J. Young and guard Joel Foreman return. Accurate kicker Dan Konroy also returns. Leading receiver Mark Dell is gone along with solid tight end Charlie Gantt, but receiver B.J. Cunningham returns with his 9 TD's. This unit will need plenty of inexperienced players to emerge. Tony Lippet might see time at both receiver and defense with his play making abilities. He had a 57 yard TD during the spring game. Defense: 6 Greg Jones and his team leading 106 tackles will be missed, but this team has other solid options this year. Defensive tackle Jerel Worthy will be a force up front as he returns his 4 sacks. They also return corner Johnny Adams and Trenton Robinson who had 4 INT's. Chris Norman looks to lead the linebackers with his experience. Top Recruits - Brandon Clemons, OL Lawrence Thomas, LB Juwan Caeser, WR Key Game: Nov. 12 @Iowa (Embarrassed 37-6 at home in their only conference loss last year.) 1. Nebraska 2010: 10-4 (6-2)* Offense: 7 Inconsistency was the key theme for this Husker offense as T-Magic had a more than impressive start, but with injuries he struggled hard down the stretch. Running back Roy Helu is gone, but Rex Burkhead is more than ready to carry the load for this team. He will be joined by three incoming freshmen playmakers in Aaron Green, Braylon Heard, and Ameer Abdullah. To help solve the inconsistency new offensive coordinator Tim Beck must mold this offensive line into shape. Good news for the receiving unit is that Brandon Kinnie is back, but no other receiver caught more than one reception last season. Freshman Jamal Turner showed he can easily be the No. 2 guy as he made a 49 yard TD reception in the spring game. Speedster Kenny Bell has been in high praises as well with Stanley Jean-Baptise and Quincy Enunwa. Tight end Kyler Reed will stretch the field once again as he caught 8 TD's in 2010. The Huskers will also have to find another kicker as all-time accurate kicker Alex Henery is gone. Defense: 7 The Blackshirts are going to miss Prince Amukamara and Eric Hagg from the secondary, but this defense will be a force once again. Linebacker Lavonte David returns with a school record 152 tackles along with defensive tackle Jared Crick who comes back with a team-high 9.5 sacks. Alfonzo Dennard will be one of the nation's best lock down corners as well. Former linebacker Eric Martin has changed his position to defensive end and has been a menace all spring. Top Recruits - Aaron Green, RB Jamal Turner, ATH Tyler Moore, OT Key Game: Oct. 1 @Wisconsin (It will be the Husker's first ever Big 10 game at a rowdy Camp Randall Stadium.)

I only go to one game a year so paying over $100 isn't unreal to me. I got great seats for $110 last year to watch the Mizzou game. I will pay $200 to see Ohio St. at home under the lights for sure. Also if the Iowa game comes down to the division title I would drop 2 hundy as well.

In the words of Bart Scott - CAN'T WAIT!

I think the number for offense/defense means the number of starters returning and not a rating, but I could be wrong. Yes, the number next to offense and defense is the # of returning starters.

I am going to do the Legends' division tomorrow or Friday.