Dave Feit Names Greatest Huskers by Uniform Number Series

Dave Feit is counting down to the 2025 season by naming the best Nebraska Huskers to wear each uniform number, along with his personal favorites at those numbers. For number 36, Larry Wachholtz, a safety from 1964-1966, is the greatest Husker, and the origins of the Nebraska Blackshirts trace back to a practical decision to use inexpensive black practice jerseys for first-string defenders. Number 37's greatest Husker is Lawrence Ely, a center from 1930-1932, highlighting Nebraska's strong tradition at the center position, which includes the prestigious Dave Rimington Trophy named after a former Husker center. Number 38 honors Sam Francis, a fullback from 1934-1936, among the top pre-Bob Devaney era players who are considered some of the greatest in Nebraska football history, with several being College Football Hall of Fame inductees. Feit's series reflects both historical and personal perspectives on Nebraska football legends, emphasizing the program's rich heritage and its association with standout players across different eras and positions.