LINCOLN – Nebraska Football defense had the focus at practice on Tuesday. Defensive Coordinator Tony White, defensive line coach Terrance Knighton, and several defensive players spoke to the media after Day Two of fall camp:
NEBRASKA FOOTBALL PRACTICE COMMENTS – TONY WHITE & TERRANCE KNIGHTON TUESDAY PRESSER:
WHITE – ALL ABOUT REPS:
Nebraska Defensive Coordinator Tony White addressed the media for the first time in fall camp Tuesday afternoon, and reiterated that right now it is all about reps and getting in shape for the Blackshirts…
The Huskers are employing a new 3-3-5 scheme with the addition of White this offseason.
WHITE – BLACKSHIRTS GETTING INTO GAME SHAPE:
First year Defensive Coordinator for Nebraska Tony White spoke to the media after Tuesday’s practice, saying his defense has bulked up but still needs some time to get their stamina ready…
Head Coach Matt Rhule has brought in a new strength, conditioning, and recovery staff hoping to aid the team prior to the start of the season on August 31 at Minnesota.
WHITE – COACHES NEED TO HELP PLAYERS LEARN ALL MOVING PARTS:
Defensive Coordinator for the Huskers Tony White has installed his new 3-3-5 scheme throughout spring ball and into the first fall practices. White added after Tuesday’s practice that his defense is still learning – including the coaches…
The Huskers have moved several players into new positions on both sides of the ball, including former Creighton Prep tight end AJ Rollins who has now moved to defensive end.
WHITE – HUSKER SPEED HAS DEFENSE PLAYING FAST:
Tony White, first year defensive coordinator for the Huskers, has been happy with his team’s technical traits in the first few days of practice but wants to see more speed from his team…
Nebraska is hoping that White’s new 3-3-5 scheme lifts the Big Red to their first postseason berth since 2016.
KNIGHTON – DEFENSIVE LINE HAS BOUGHT INTO WEIGHT:
Defensive Line coach Terrance Knighton has been impressed by both his younger crew and older lineman so far in terms of their body frames, shapes, and sizes…
Nebraska’s defensive line has received numerous transfers and new faces since the end of 2022, and is hoping to lean on experienced veterans such as Nash Hutmacher and Ty Robinson.
KNIGHTON – LINEMEN LEARNING AT THE SAME TIME:
Defensive line coach Terrance Knighton stated after Tuesday’s practice that his entire group – coaches, lineman and even himself – continue to learn within the new defensive system…
The Huskers hope to keep learning up to the season opener at Minnesota on August 31.
