Holgorsen embarrassed by the blocking of wide receivers

Nov 25, 2023; Orlando, Florida, USA; Houston Cougars head coach Dana Holgorsen walks the sideline during the second quarter against the UCF Knights at FBC Mortgage Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-USA TODAY Sports

Nebraska football offensive coordinator Dana Holgorsen is making one specific point crystal clear to his wide receivers. Holgersen wants his receivers to block better, as he told the media in his press conference on Tuesday.

Saturday afternoon was the Huskers’ first game with Holgerson as offensive coordinator. The unit racked up 310 yards of offense, which broke down to 191 passing yards and 119 rushing yards. They averaged 4.9 yards per play, and recorded 19 first downs on 63 total plays.

Offensive production is certainly important. However, Holgerson wants to see Nebraska’s wide receivers take more care in blocking offensively.

“These guys (wide receivers) are big bodies. I’m like ‘Why are you not blocking worth a crap on the perimeter?’ Its embarassing.”

Blocking has been an issue for the Huskers’ wide receivers all year. Marcus Satterfield also indicated that it was a point of emphasis earlier in the year.

The program will have to do all of the little things right as they look to become bowl-eligible in their final two games of the season.

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Publish date : 2024-11-21 14:00:00

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