Special-Teamers Weather the Elements

Huskers resume spring practice after 10-day break

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1. Coverage
2. Video recaps
3. Video
4. More info

Nebraska football returned to practice Tuesday after a 10-day layoff for spring break, and there was much talk afterward about special teams from coordinator Bill Busch.

Busch had the kickers and punters working outdoors in the cold, wet, windy weather to get them accustomed to less-than-ideal game conditions and to provide "a good mental challenge."

Transfer punter Brian Buschini drew praise from Busch for his mind-set and work ethic. Mentioning newcomers Trey Palmer and Tommi Hill as well as fifth-year walk-on Brody Belt, Busch said, "I really like where those three guys are at" as return men.

Belt also was singled out by wide receivers coach Mickey Joseph. "Brody is probably the best football player on this team overall. ... He's got a high football I.Q. He can play Z, he can play R, he can play running back, he can play special teams. ... We're excited to have Brody on our team."

Much more from Tuesday's practice is in the links below. Refresh this page for the latest updates. Go here for the HuskerMax discussion. Asterisk indicates item may require a subscription.

Coverage

Husker247

• Joseph offers some impressions on receivers as Husker spring ball moves on
• Bill Busch runs through where things sit for Nebraska's special teams
• Manning says Nebraska feels like home, and the slot position just might too
• Spring Snapshot: Brian Buschini
• Thompson letting voice be heard
• An old QB connection that helped a new one, and the reality of college 'free agency'

More non-subscription sources

• HuskerOnline | 2024 top in-state target ATH Caleb Benning checks out Nebraska
• HuskerOnline | Brian Buschini thriving as NU's new No. 1 punter
• Nebraska Athletics | Busch Explains Special Teams Mentality

Omaha World-Herald*

• Fiery, funny Bill Busch impressing players with 'fourth-and-one' approach to coaching
• Bill Busch using fire and humor to kickstart NU special teams
• Notes: Mickey Joseph quickly changing dynamic for Nebraska receivers
• Nebraska receiver Alante Brown dedicates his offseason improvement to his late grandmother

Lincoln Journal Star*

• With Mickey Joseph drawing out the 'dog' in him, Alante Brown turns heads with strong spring
• Red Report: Busch’s style makes impression; Buschini booms punts; and Huskers work in cold
• Mickey Joseph keeps expectations for Husker receivers realistic in early stages of spring

Hail Varsity*

• Bill Busch Used Tuesday's Weather as an Opportunity for His Units to Get Better
• 'It's a Punter-Gunner Game': Bill Busch Knows Special Teams and Details That Go With It

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Video recaps

• Lincoln Journal Star | Sipple & Basnett
• Hail Varsity | Sorensen & Smith

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Video

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More info

• Practice schedule
• HuskerMax/KLIN practice reports
• Spring media guide
• Nebraska football roster
• 2022 schedule

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