Husker Extra live chat: Steven M. Sipple, 8.15.16

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by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 7:39:07 PM

3rd & 7 37yd

How many coaches routinely keep in contact with each recruit? What's the backup plan if/when a player's "main" recruiter is unable to continue?

by Benchwarmer 8/15/2016 6:34:31 PM
@Benchwarmer: It might be as simple as Langsdorf assuming "main" contact duties. I would have to ask Riley.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 6:35:22 PM
So much for a quiet Monday, right?

by CDS923 8/15/2016 6:35:25 PM
@CDS923: Riley manages things well. Maintains calm. That seems to help the whole operation.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 6:36:18 PM
Steve I am stunned by Coach Williams arrest. How do you think the players are reacting?

by Dick 8/15/2016 6:36:20 PM
@Dick: Talked to a few players after practice. They indicated the morning practice went well. Now, I didn't talk to a receiver. The receivers group obviously is much more affected than, say, the offensive line group. What you find is players get very attached to their position coach because so much time is spent together.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 6:38:21 PM
So this is KWs third dui. God only knows how many times he was on the streets impaired and didn't get caught. He oviously needs help.

by Zadi 8/15/2016 6:38:22 PM
@Zadi: He had a lot to lose, I will say that.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 6:38:45 PM
How far does the charge being a misdemeanor go towards saving Williams' job? Do you get the impression that it's in trouble?

by CDS923 8/15/2016 6:38:48 PM
@CDS923: My early read -- and it's just informed speculation -- is Williams won't be fired.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 6:39:19 PM
What do you think this will do to the 2017 recruits? Will some back off?

by Zadi 8/15/2016 6:41:34 PM
@Zadi: One issue is teams will use it against Nebraska -- in a big way.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 6:42:32 PM
Very bad situation for the Husker program. I know it's bigger than any one person. At the very least the guy is going to rehab for 2 months. It's just the impact on recruiting the concerns me most.

by Jetmanjim 8/15/2016 6:42:33 PM
@Jetmanjim: Yes, Williams obviously plays a crucial role in recruiting. His energy helps fuel the entire organization. His expertise with receivers is well-known nationally. In short, he would be a gigantic loss. Which is partly why I think he'll remain on the staff. Talented people get a longer leash in life. We see it all the time.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 6:44:30 PM
What effect will Coach Williams arrest have on potential recruits like Lindsey, Calvin, and especially Lewis? Not to mention retaining the commited Johnson, Jr. and McQuiitty?

by Newport Red 8/15/2016 6:44:31 PM
@NewportRed: It's impossible to predict. It's really dangerous to make a sweeping generalization in that regard, as people will react differently.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 6:45:26 PM
Who's running the WRs room?

by Zadi 8/15/2016 6:45:33 PM
@Zadi: Hardie Buck, a former Alabama receiver and special-teams contributor, has been working closely with Williams, and I imagine his role will increase. Buck graduated from Alabama in 2011 and spent 2012 and 2013 at Oregon State working with special teams coach Bruce Read.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 6:47:38 PM
Getting back to football, what do you think is the biggest story so far in fall practice?

by Dick 8/15/2016 6:47:39 PM
@Dick: Tre Bryant's emergence ranks pretty high.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 6:48:11 PM
I see his prior incidents were 2004 and 2009. Do you think this will be an AD decision? Higher? Or Riley?

by Silicon Valley Husker 8/15/2016 6:49:09 PM
@SiliconValleyHusker: I think Riley will make the decision with help from the A.D.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 6:49:38 PM
how much of a conver is the secondary, it seems like the secondary is still the Achilles heel of the defense as in pass defense. is it the wrs are that good? what are the chances the defense switches to a 3-4 scheme given the depth at lb? how much of a difference is it between a 4'3 and a 3-4?

by jw 8/15/2016 6:49:48 PM
@jw: I don't foresee Nebraska moving to a 3-4. I've never heard it brought up. Banker coaches a 4-3 system. He's coached a 4-3 system for years. Coaches generally stick to what they know for obvious reasons. He has to believe in his system, and that belief can't waver from year to year. At least that's how many coaches feel.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 6:51:18 PM
Lets get a little more positive here Sip...how would you say the first week of practice has been overall?

by Fli7 8/15/2016 6:51:22 PM
@Fli7: I thought the Saturday scrimmage was excellent. Excellent energy. Only a couple penalties. No turnovers. Very crisp. Good give-and-take between offense and defense. If I were Riley, I would try to bottle up that energy. And I would make sure that Williams' situation doesn't derail the team. From what I saw Monday, the vibe remained strong.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 6:52:55 PM
What is Hardie Buck's official NU capacity. Graduate assistant? Volunteer?

by Newport Red 8/15/2016 6:53:24 PM
@NewportRed: He is a graduate assistant. He has been working very closely with Wiliams.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 6:53:46 PM
Now that Williams is at least temporarily out of the loop, who will be the primary coaching staff interface with our receivers - both presently on the team and being recruited?

by Newport Red 8/15/2016 6:53:57 PM
@NewportRed: Hardie Buck will handle much of the on-field duties. As for recruiting, I would need to ask Riley.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 6:54:39 PM
Looks like Keith Williams is charged with DUI .08 3rd offense, amended from DUI .15. #LNK #Huskers http://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cp63V-rVUAAWgwE.jpg

by Nichole Manna via twitter retweeted by HuskerExtraSip 8/15/2016 6:56:41 PM
This charge is a misdemeanor. The careless driving is an infraction. #LNK #Huskers

by Nichole Manna via twitter retweeted by HuskerExtraSip 8/15/2016 6:56:57 PM
The complaint charging Williams w/a misdemeanor says his two previous convictions are from California #LNK #Huskers http://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cp643wDUIAAXfik.jpg

by Nichole Manna via twitter retweeted by HuskerExtraSip 8/15/2016 6:57:10 PM
Folks: prosecutors make charges, police make arrests.

by Nichole Manna via twitter retweeted by HuskerExtraSip 8/15/2016 6:57:17 PM
Any more up-to-date news about who will assume the punting and kick placeholding duties?

by Newport Red 8/15/2016 7:01:50 PM
@NewportRed: I would look for Caleb Lightbourn to handle the punting, and I wouldn't be surprised if Zack Darlington is the holder.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 7:03:11 PM
I know you don't have a crystal ball but how long could Williams be temporarily out of the program?

by FLhusker 8/15/2016 7:03:19 PM
@FLhusker: Not dodging the question, but it's really hard to speculate, especially before his initial hearing -- which should be about to begin.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 7:04:00 PM
Want to add that this could turn into a positive for NU if Williams successfully completes rehab. He'll be somewhat toxic to other programs and will likely stay at NU.

by Jetmanjim 8/15/2016 7:04:04 PM
@Jetmanjim: The negative recruiting by foes, however, will be a tough pill to swallow.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 7:04:36 PM
have you guys been able to schedule an appointment with lue yet? kind of wonder why he didn't mention Nebraska after the win in the finals...if miles gets fired after this season or the next what are the chances Nebraska is able to hire someone not form a mid major program and actually pay for a coaching staff, same goes with the womens basketball program which I think will slip in recruiting now, when they shoudve tried to hire the assistant coach from u conn.

by jw 8/15/2016 7:04:43 PM
@jw: No appointments with Lue have been scheduled that I know of. I do need to reach out to him again. I had been trying to get hold of him during playoffs. This obviously might be a better time. As for the Nebraska men's basketball coaching position ... I really try to refrain from speculating on Miles' successor since there are no clear signs that Miles' job is in jeopardy.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 7:07:47 PM
Will Lamar Jackson start

by Braden 8/15/2016 7:07:54 PM
@Braden: I'm not ready to make that leap. I do think he will play immediately -- perhaps in sub-packages.

by Steven M. Sipple 8/15/2016 7:08:46 PM
Good afternoon Sip,
How do you think the Keith Williams DUI affects the status of Nebraska in the minds of recruits like Tyjon Lindsay and Joseph Lewis, among others?

by Fli7 8/15/2016 7:09:05 PM

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