Husker football 2015 preview

Pierson-El a weapon in waiting

Last August, the majority of people in this state didn't know of De'Mornay Pierson-El. This August, his right foot is enough to dominate everyone's lunch-hour conversation.

Kalu's career off to a running start

He's a jokester. That's one of the things defensive coordinator Mark Banker will tell you about Joshua Kalu.

Carter could be a QB's best friend

Maybe you've heard: Mike Riley and Danny Langsdorf like to use the tight ends more in the passing game than we've seen around here recently.

What can Brown do for NU?

It's OK, on occasion, to admit you're spoiled.

Westerkamp as valuable as they come for Huskers

He's already caught two passes in his career that he'll get asked about for the rest of his life in these parts.

Banderas takes fresh outlook into the fall

It's a fresh slate for Josh Banderas.

Lewis looms large on Husker O-line

They'll put his picture up there by Dad now — on the wall of captains.

Gangwish always going 88 mph

A year ago at this time Jack Gangwish had never played one down of college football. Not one.

Gerry geared up to leave his mark

He's apparently as quick with a comeback as he is to the football.

Collins, Valentine ready to cause disturbances

They can make practice hell for a coach. They really can.

Armstrong striving to reach that next step

Oh, that hot light is always shining on you when you're the starting quarterback at the University of Nebraska.

"Sam the Punter" ready to launch

His new head coach has affectionately called him "Sam the Punter."

Davie aims for a big final round as a Husker

While there are plenty of young, promising cornerbacks on the Husker roster, the most reliable option is a veteran who already knows what it's like to be on the island when the lights are on.