Nebraska's annual spring football game, a tradition since the 1920s and continuously held since 1950, is being replaced this year with a series of skills competitions and 7-on-7 games on April 26. Coach Matt Rhule expressed concerns about player safety and the risks of scouting and poaching via the transfer portal. The event dubbed Husker Games will also feature former players, a women’s flag football exhibition, and other sports competitions. This reflects a broader trend in college football towards reevaluating traditional spring games to minimize injuries and maximize engagement without jeopardizing players' wellbeing.
The traditional Nebraska spring football game is being replaced with skills competitions and 7-on-7 games due to concerns over player scouting and poaching through the transfer portal.
Coach Matt Rhule noted that the growing trend among schools to abandon traditional scrimmages stems from smaller rosters and the increased risk of injuries among players.
The event, titled Husker Games, will feature not only the skills competitions reminiscent of the NFL Pro Bowl but also women's flag football and exhibitions in soccer and volleyball.
Tickets for this innovative spring event are affordably priced at $10 for adults, with an optional $50 for a one-hour tour of the Osborne Legacy Complex.
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