Nebraska vs. Illinois - Defensive Depth Chart

Defensive Line

Nebraska's defensive line is a strength of the team, with a number of experienced players returning. Khalil Davis and Carlos Davis are both seniors who have started for multiple seasons, and they will be joined by junior Darrion Daniels, who had a breakout season in 2021. The Huskers also have a number of talented young players who could contribute this season, including sophomore Ty Robinson and redshirt freshman Casey Rogers.

Linebackers

The linebackers are another strength of the Nebraska defense. Senior JoJo Domann is a versatile player who can play both inside and outside linebacker, and he is one of the leaders of the defense. He will be joined by junior Nick Henrich, who is a physical presence in the middle of the field. The Huskers also have a number of talented young players who could contribute this season, including sophomore Ernest Hausmann and redshirt freshman Garrett Nelson.

Cornerbacks

The cornerbacks are a bit of a question mark for Nebraska, as they lost their top two players from last season to the NFL. Senior Quinton Newsome is a talented player who has started for multiple seasons, but he will need to step up and be a leader for the Huskers this season. He will be joined by junior Cam Taylor-Britt, who is a physical presence and has the potential to be a playmaker. The Huskers also have a number of talented young players who could contribute this season, including sophomore Braxton Clark and redshirt freshman Javin Wright.

Safeties

The safeties are another question mark for Nebraska, as they lost their top player from last season to the NFL. Senior Deontai Williams is a talented player who has started for multiple seasons, but he will need to step up and be a leader for the Huskers this season. He will be joined by junior Myles Farmer, who is a physical presence and has the potential to be a playmaker. The Huskers also have a number of talented young players who could contribute this season, including sophomore Noa Pola-Gates and redshirt freshman Koby Bretz.