And, it's not like Nelson hasn't shown glimpses of being good.
I am not recommending that Rhule run Nelson off the team. I think Nelson is a solid starter and leader on the team. My initial comments were based around people wondering why Nelson would look to transfer. I can understand a guy who has spent 4-years at one school with very little success to try something new for his final season as a college player. Nelson possibly/probably has one more year of playing football in his life, I wouldn't blame him to do what's best for him in the next year.
I agree, and that's why I am sure Rhule wants Nelson to stick around. However, I still don't see how that mature player in age and playing experience, will all of a sudden be so much better vs. his 4th year of playing time. This isn't like Palmer who was buried on LSU's depth chart who suddenly blossomed at NU because he was actually seeing playing time. Nelson has been playing regularly most of his career at NU. Regardless where he plays next year, he will still probably be a solid, but not spectacular player.
Why couldn't he be better? Maybe the scheme is holding him back? Maybe it's culture? Maybe he's hit his ceiling? I don't know, just like you don't.
That's one player here who had a ton of hype that didn't quite live up to his potential. For me I believe it was the coaches that we had here that didn't develop him up to his potential.
Exactly ! This kid IS Nebraska. I can see him just "checking" about what his chances are at the next level, even as a free agent signing. What I can't see, is him wearing another college uniform. I think it is a chance for him to stay and hopefully take on himself to help usher in the new era of Husker football.
Probably people who didn't notice that he was in pass coverage literally the entire 4th quarter against Iowa, and dropped back significantly throughout the game.
I thought it was curious that Mathis wanted to talk to Mickey, as well. But, maybe Mathis wants to get an idea if Mickey is going to be around next year, before making a final decision. Mathis has the relationship with Mickey, not Rhule, so I think this could happen regularly.
That's possible. But, it's not like Mickey would be his position coach. Again....sometimes it's tough to figure out what players are thinking as a fan.
