Brandon Cavanaugh

Brandon Cavanaugh

Joined: Mar 21, 2014

"The Boss" has been covering Nebraska Cornhuskers athletics and recruiting since 2003.As a member of the Football Writers Association of America, Cavanaugh annually votes for the Nagurski Award, Outland Trophy, Eddie Robinson Coach of the Year Award and the organization's All-American Team.

Oct 24, 2015; Lincoln, NE, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers mascot Herbie Husker entertains before the game against the Northwestern Wildcats at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports

Nebraska Football: What the Huskers’ Defensive Young Guns Are Showing

Dec 24, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) with rose cleats before the game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

Nebraska Football Recruiting: Better Know a Prospect – Ja’Veon Marlow

Oct 1, 2016; Lincoln, NE, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers cornerback Joshua Kalu (10) celebrates in the final moments against the Illinois Fighting Illini in the second half at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska won 31-16. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Thorson-USA TODAY Sports

Nebraska Football: Joshua Kalu’s Move to Safety Speaks Volumes

Dec 4, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Buffalo Bills running back Reggie Bush (22) wears custom cleats honoring Southern California Trojans and New York Jets former running back Joe McKnight (not pictured) who was killed in a road rage shooting during a NFL football game against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Nebraska Football Recruiting: Better Know a Prospect – Jamien Sherwood

Jan 2, 2017; New Orleans , LA, USA; The Oklahoma Sooners enter the playing field before the 2017 Sugar Bowl against the Auburn Tigers at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

Nebraska Football Recruiting: Where to Go Following TJ Pledger Commit

Dec 30, 2016; Nashville , TN, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers cheerleaders lead players onto the field during the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Brown-USA TODAY Sports

Go Big Read: Spring Break Ends and Nebraska Football News

Dec 4, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots cornerback Logan Ryan (26) wears wears custom cleats in honor of the "My cause, My cleats" campaign during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Rams at Gillette Stadium. The Patriots won 26-10. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports

Nebraska Football Recruiting: Tyler Shough Could be Patrick O’Brien 2.0

Nov 12, 2016; Lincoln, NE, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Jordan Westerkamp (1) gestures after making a first down against the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the second half at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska won 24-17. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Thorson-USA TODAY Sports

Nebraska Football: Jordan Westerkamp Ready to Make Big Career Jump

Feb 29, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; A close up of the shoes of Florida State Seminoles defensive back Jalen Ramsey prior to the 40 yard dash during the 2016 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Nebraska Football Recruiting: Better Know a Prospect – “Bookie” Radley-Hiles

eNov 7, 2015; Lincoln, NE, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers mascot Herbie Husker performs with the band prior to the game against the Michigan State Spartans at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports

Nebraska Football Recruiting: How Spring Game Trips Bring Results

Sep 17, 2016; Lincoln, NE, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers kick returner De'Mornay Pierson-El (15) celebrates during the game against the Oregon Ducks in the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Thorson-USA TODAY Sports

Nebraska Football: It’s Business As Usual for Keith Williams This Spring

Nov 26, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish leprechaun mascot reacts during a NCAA football game against the Southern California Trojans at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. USC defeated Notre Dame 45-27. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Nebraska Football: Former Notre Dame Coach Scott Booker Added to Staff

Dec 30, 2016; Nashville , TN, USA; The Nebraska Cornhuskers mascot performs during a pep rally prior to the game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

Nebraska Football Recruiting: Spring Game Loading Up With Major Visits

Oct 10, 2015; Lincoln, NE, USA; Herbie Husker entertains the Nebraska Cornhuskers fans waiting for the team to arrive before the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports

Go Big Read: Spring Practice and Nebraska Football News

Sep 26, 2015; Lincoln, NE, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Jordan Westerkamp (1) gestures after scoring a touchdown against the Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles in the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Thorson-USA TODAY Sports

Nebraska Football: 10 Best Wide Receivers of All-Time

Oct 29, 2016; Madison, WI, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Mike Riley looks on during the third quarter against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Wisconsin won 23-17. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

Nebraska Football Spring 2017: What Practice No. 6 Taught Us