These six Huskers have something to prove this fall, including one backup lineman who just might start Week 1.

Nebraska Cornhuskers coach Matt Rhule shared his respect for USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley while speaking to the media at Big Ten Media Days on Tuesday. USC travels to Nebraska for a matchup on Nov.

Heading into Matt Rhule's third season leading the Huskers, Nebraska was picked to finish in the top half of the Big Ten.