Former Husker's book chronicles highs, lows

All the intentions were good.

Recruit Williams gets probation at plea hearing

Nebraska football recruit Josh Williams received deferred adjudication probation in a plea hearing in Denton County (Texas) Court on Wednesday morning.

McCook's Sellers chooses Kansas

Tyrone Sellers, a 6-foot-4, 220-pound defensive end and tight end from McCook, has given his oral commitment to Kansas.

Now with Texas A&M, former Husker Taylor still roots for NU

Zac Taylor doesn’t have to look far if he suddenly needs a Nebraska fix.

Steven M. Sipple: Bohl finds his niche at NDSU

FARGO, N.D. — Nebraska football fans were especially surly that late-November day in 2002, hurling expletives toward soon-to-be-fired Husker defensive coordinator Craig Bohl as he trotted off the Memorial Stadium field after a 15-point loss to Colorado.

Navy veteran tackles next challenge: NU football

This was a better place than where he’d been, but it wasn’t as good as it could be. He wanted to be down there, in the thick of it.

Cosgrove to consult for Wisconsin HS team

MADISON, Wis. — For the first time in 28 years, Kevin Cosgrove won’t be coaching the game that he loves: college football. But the potential for any separation anxiety may be eased by 1) his view that this is more of a respite than a setback, 2) his conviction that he will be coaching again next season, collegiately or professionally and 3) his commitment to relocating back to Madison, where he will volunteer his time to help mentor his son with the Edgewood High School football program.

Ex-Husker QB Keller signs with Raiders

ALAMEDA, Calif. — The Oakland Raiders signed former Nebraska quarterback Sam Keller to a contract Wednesday and waived quarterback Erik Meyer.

Steven M. Sipple: No Husker TV early on no surprise

The more I think about it, the more intriguing Nebraska’s 2008 football opener becomes. Western Michigan returns 10 starters on defense and features a balanced offense. Could this be Ball State all over again?

Networks pass on first 3 Husker games

It’ll be pay-per-view or no TV at all for Nebraska’s first three football games this fall.

Purify's case set for August

A Lancaster County judge Monday set an Aug. 14 court date for former Nebraska football player Maurice Purify on allegations he violated his probation and was an inmate of a disorderly house.

Husker recruit still unsigned by Angels

The Angels are still pursuing. Khiry Cooper is still in Lincoln, unsigned and enjoying himself according to his prep baseball coach.

Steven M. Sipple: Don't trust hype, especially mine

Thank you, Nebraska athletic department officials, for essentially barring media from covering summer football camps for high school players this year.

Kellogg shines at Nebraska QB camp

You’d figure a high school senior named Ron Kellogg Jr. would be saddled with some lofty expectations on the basketball court.

Steven M. Sipple: Norvell back in thick of rivalry

Jay Norvell has moved from Lincoln to Norman, and will now see the renewal of a glorious rivalry from the other side.

NU coaches add class: Football 202

Football 101 is in the books. Next month, Bo Pelini will lead a class that will ramp up the learning a notch.

NU’s media contract to garner $109M

A proposed marketing contract for the Nebraska Cornhuskers would bring in at least $109.7 million for the university over the next 13 years.

Pelini talks about recruiting, Callahan

Small talk included spy novels — Bo Pelini is big on Tom Clancy — and questionable refereeing in the NBA playoffs. He’s not so big on the Los Angeles Lakers.

NU coaches optimistic about Cooper's status

Khiry Cooper hasn’t reached a verdict regarding his immediate athletic future, but he’s in a good spot as far as Nebraska coaches are concerned.

Steven M. Sipple: Eight wins is reasonable expectation for Huskers

He traveled the state in recent weeks meeting and greeting Nebraska fans, spreading good will and connecting with the football-starved masses.

NU's summer camps heat up

So this is summer vacation. On occasion, it includes a day of lounging at the lake.

Steven M. Sipple: Dailey a natural fit for coaching

Joe Dailey feels fortunate that, ever since his high school days, he knew he wanted to be a football coach.

NU recruit still mulling options

Husker football recruit Khiry Cooper made his way to Lincoln on Monday still lugging a hefty decision.Though he came to Nebraska, the Shreveport, La., native remains unsure as to whether he’ll sign to play baseball for the Los Angeles Angels’ organization or keep his commitment to the Huskers.

NU recruit Cooper hasn't made a decision yet

When the decision involves six digits and the future of your education, it’s probably prudent to not make it rashly.

NU grads develop interactive playbook system

We are a long way from Vince Lombardi’s chalkboard.

Steven M. Sipple: Pelini practices what dad preaches

In many ways, we’re still getting to know Nebraska’s new head football coach.

Mike Grant on the 'other side' again

As the mess got messier, Mike Grant watched in foreign colors with as much interest as anyone.

Huskers to play Southern Miss in '12, '13, '15

It’s never too early to plan a trip to Hattiesburg, right?