EmeraldIngot Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 I would say 'pics or it didn't happen' but you thought ahead. Well, at least the pics prove you were at a football game on field level and Mike Riley was there. The content and or length of the conversation can't be proven, but considering your other evidence (namely the pics) I'm inclined to believe you. Riley sounds like a nice guy, and nebraska can be a national contender under him and his staff (yes, his entire current staff) if he can commit to a solid run game (all I'm asking for is a 60/40 split in favor of the run unless we are two scores behind). Sounds like he's still putting in the effort to get those recruits, which is definitely something we need. I'm hopeful for the future, even if this season wasn't as good as I'd hoped. Quote Link to comment
QMany Posted November 23, 2015 Author Share Posted November 23, 2015 It was a once in a lifetime experience and is just odd every time I think of it. We bundled up in the rain and cold to watch my dad officiate HS football... and got to have a candid conversation with the leader of our life-long favorite team. 1 Quote Link to comment
QMany Posted November 23, 2015 Author Share Posted November 23, 2015 I didn't realize that Riley drafted LaDainian Tomlinson and Drew Brees (in back-to-back rounds) when he coached the Chargers. "That was one of the good things I did during my time in Southern California." He also mentioned that his time in Winnipeg helped him prepare for winter football in Nebraska. Quote Link to comment
zoogs Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 That's really, really awesome. Wow! I'm glad that you got to have that experience. Seems out of this world. 1 Quote Link to comment
4skers89 Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 That was a cool encounter with coach Riley. Thanks for sharing. Surprised that a coach would stay to watch that much of a game but if that's what it takes to recruit a player. Did he share anything about how recruiting was going or who the silent commit is? Quote Link to comment
QMany Posted November 23, 2015 Author Share Posted November 23, 2015 Surprised that a coach would stay to watch that much of a game but if that's what it takes to recruit a player. He had just flown in from Illinois, so I was really surprised he was staying as late as he did. The worst part was that he missed Simmons' two amazing TD receptions! Did he share anything about how recruiting was going or who the silent commit is? Patrick O'Brien had signed that day, so he was only candid about him when mentioned. "You're really going to like him in Lincoln." That was about it. I didn't want to pry too much and delve into football, recruiting, or the season. I just let the conversation go where he was comfortable talking and enjoyed. 2 Quote Link to comment
AZRaiderH8r Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 Awesome story, thanks for sharing! Quote Link to comment
ColoradoHusk Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 Cool story, Q. I don't think many people question Riley's personality or "kindness". I am sure he is a great model on how you should act professionally. I really do hope Riley succeeds at NU, because I just want to see NU have a championship program again. Quote Link to comment
Lyons in the Sea of Red. Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 Surprised that a coach would stay to watch that much of a game but if that's what it takes to recruit a player. He had just flown in from Illinois, so I was really surprised he was staying as late as he did. The worst part was that he missed Simmons' two amazing TD receptions! Did he share anything about how recruiting was going or who the silent commit is? Patrick O'Brien had signed that day, so he was only candid about him when mentioned. "You're really going to like him in Lincoln." That was about it. I didn't want to pry too much and delve into football, recruiting, or the season. I just let the conversation go where he was comfortable talking and enjoyed. Good on you, I hate when fans have chance convos with the coaches and try and talk football/get a scoop. 2 Quote Link to comment
lo country Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 As hard as I have been on this staff, very cool story indeed. Quote Link to comment
GM_Tood Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 Hip hip!!! Thanks for posting..good stuff. 1 Quote Link to comment
teachercd Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 Carl came out...on his own time from Lincoln and spoke at a banquet...even handed me my "award"...I think that Zac Taylor was at one too, maybe the same one...not sure if that timeline is correct or not. Did you go out drinking with Carl afterward? Ha! No, but he was late due to "car troubles" Quote Link to comment
JJ Husker Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 Cool story Q. I mean what are the chances......talk about coincidence. Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment
Minnesota_husker Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 Awesome story! Did he ask you on your take on the team from a fans perspective or did you talk the teams struggles at all? I would assume you didnt but very unique take on the real guy that is Mike Riley. Quote Link to comment
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