In Huskers We Trust

I believe in Tom, the AD Almighty, the restorer of Pride and Respect, and in Bo Pelini, His prodigal coach,

Who was brought in by Frank Solich, born of the 2003 defensive swagger, suffered under Steve Pederson, was looked over, fired, and moved on.

He descended into Oklahoma. The third year with LSU, He won a National Championship.

He ascended back to Nebraska and sits at the right hand of Tom, the AD, whence He shall come to judge the offense and the defense.

I believe in the pinnacle of college football, the University of Nebraska, the Assistant Coaches, the Watson Coast Offense, the resurrection of the team, and national prominence everlasting!

Amen

Yes, ladies and gentlemen, kids of all ages, the time hath approached once again for another college football season! Opening Day is a mere three days away, and the anticipation is once again running high and mighty that we shall see a much-improved Nebraska football program. When I say much-improved, I don't know that will necessarily translate into wins as we adjust to yet another new coaching staff and philosophy. But, based on what we've seen, read, and heard thus far, it would appear that first-year head coach Bo Pelini has the attitude and swagger to bring back the smash-mouth kind of football which Big Red Land has become accustomed to in their proud history. We're going to knock a few people on their butts this season. That I can guarantee, and I suspect the Huskers will improve on last season's 5-7 mark. I also suspect the Huskers will be back in serious contention for a Big Twelve title by next season. Frankly, I wouldn't be surprised if they scare a few folks into thinking they are good enough to compete for a title this year. But, I'm trying not to let my excitement cloud my good judgement.

As I did last year, I will plan on posting my prediction each week and post-game commentary, and I look forward to following the story of the 2008 season as we begin to write the next chapter of Cornhusker Football.

As for the Lady Husker Volleyball Team, the biggest story this year is that they are beginning the season ranked #7 in the nation. This is a story because it's an unfamiliar place for them as they are normally pre-season ranked in the top five. But, with only a couple of returning seniors, the Huskers will look to develop a few top, yet young and inexperienced, recruits. Things won't be easy for them out of the gate, as they open the season on Friday against second-ranked Stanford, then battle fourth-ranked USC on Sunday. Good grief - no mercy, huh?

GO BIG RED!!!!