As the 2024 season for the Nebraska Cornhuskers draws near, fans are eagerly anticipating the start of a new chapter in Huskers history. But one thing that has caught the attention of Cornhuskers Wire is that none of the current players on the roster will be wearing the No. 68 jersey this season. This has led the team to take a trip down memory lane and focus on a legendary player from their past.
The spotlight today falls on Nebraska Hall of Fame offensive lineman Mike Mandelko. Mandelko was an All-Big Eight offensive lineman for the Huskers in 1982 under head coach Tom Osborne. He played a crucial role in helping the Huskers average nearly 400 rushing yards per game that season, contributing to their impressive 12-1 record.
Mandelko’s contributions to the team and his exceptional skills on the field are still remembered and celebrated today, and he was honored by being inducted into Nebraska’s Hall of Fame in 2014.
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