... only a true sophomore, but he may dodge the traditional slump like a speeding bullet. He can leap defenders in a single bound. The nickname “Superman” has followed Nebraska running back Rex Burkhead from Plano, Texas to Lincoln, Nebraska and with good reason.

Burkhead was looked at as a potential threat even as a true freshman and he didn’t disappoint. While only playing in nine games, he was Nebraska’s second-leading rusher with 346 yards and three touchdowns on the ground. He added another catching the football.

Rex’s abilities on the ground aren’t the only reason that Cornhusker fans are buzzing about him. ...

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