With Clemson winning it all, the 2016-2017 college football season has officially come to a close. So, on to the next one. Nebraska football fans now start looking forward to next year and start asking all of the “what ifs”.
It is a tough time of year for college football fans. There are no more upsets, rivalry games or blow-outs on a weekly basis. All there is left to do is wait….and wait…and wait some more until the next season finally starts.
This can be a very hard task for passionate fan bases such as Nebraska’s. However, there is more excitement in the off-season than what meets the eye. Here are some steps on how to get your Nebraska football fix during the drought.
Step 1: Follow Recruiting
Following recruiting can be a lot of fun and a great way to bring some excitement to the off-season. On the other hand, it can also be a very dangerous game when fans become too wrapped up in it. I recommend you follow with caution.
There is never a shortage of excitement in the recruiting world. Top notch players release top five lists, pick hats from tables and reveal their commitments through thrilling videos. It can be an intoxicating time for fans as they keep a close eye on crystal ball projections, track class rankings and ponder who the next big commit could be.
It’s all fun and games until someone de-commits, though. As exciting as it is when big-time names sign on to be a part of the new class, de-commitments can cause breakdowns. Coaching jobs are called for, mean tweets are sent out and the world stops turning or so it seems.
Just remember, de-commitments are all a part of the fun. Silent commitments by recruits can be deadly, but they are all part of the process. Nothing is set in stone until the player signs on the dotted line come February.
Keep in mind that these are young kids making a huge decision. The best way to follow recruiting is to just sit back and enjoy the ride. It will be a roller-coaster. Trust in your coaching staff and enjoy the fireworks on National Signing Day.