Photo by Steven Branscombe/Getty ImagesA couple of coworkers thought of a question for me when I was going to write this article. Take the current 3-3-5 system, but put any former Huskers in the middle three, who are they?
If Nebraska’s defense is to be successful, I believe it is actually the linebackers that will have the biggest impact.My response is Barrett Ruud, Carlos Polk and Lavonte David. Guys who were ALWAYS named every time the “tackle made by” announcement came over the PA system. These dudes just made plays. They were clearly the smartest defender on the field and probably the most athletic as well. Most importantly, they were leaders on the field. The defense went as they did,…
