Nebraska’s Linebacker Rotation Stays Open Around Dawson Merritt Update

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Nebraska linebackers coach Rob Dvoracek discussed the Huskers’ linebacker rotation and praised one player whose stock continues to rise. The player’s name was not included in the information available here. Dvoracek also addressed Dawson Merritt and described the linebacker room through what he called its “highest denominator.” That points to a standard for the group, not a published depth chart. Merritt’s specific injury or situation, return timeline, and expected role were not established. Nebraska has also not announced a fixed linebacker order. The comments add detail to the competition, but they do not yet identify who will start or how many snaps each linebacker will receive.