Luke Lindenmeyer Discusses Nebraska’s Bounce-Back Mentality Ahead of Michigan State

Nebraska’s bounce-back effort has been rooted in a return to fundamentals, with players zeroing in on technique and personal accountability. Lindenmeyer exemplified that mindset, openly assessing his own performance and identifying areas for growth. “There were some plays where I wasn’t happy with my blocks,” he admitted, pointing to footwork and balance as key areas of focus.

Specifically, he noted that getting too far onto his toes threw off his leverage and emphasized that staying on his insteps would improve his run blocking. That level of detail and ownership reflects a broader team-wide commitment to sharpening core responsibilities.

As Nebraska gears up for its matchup against Michigan State, the emphasis isn’t on scouting the opponent’s tendencies. It’s on internal execution. The junior tight end acknowledged that while Michigan State “brings the same thing” each game, there’s always a chance things “could be completely different.”

That uncertainty reinforces his personal approach: focusing on technique over tendencies. For Lindenmeyer, each play is a test of fundamentals, not just a battle against a specific defender. “Every week it’s just a new jersey number I’m going against,” he said, “and if I can get my technique down, then that’s all that matters.”

For Lindenmeyer and the Huskers, the path forward is clear: respond with purpose, compete with edge, and trust the work they’ve put in. The sting of defeat has been transformed into fuel, driving a week of physical practices, technical refinement, and mental reset. As Nebraska heads into its clash with Michigan State, the team isn’t just preparing for an opponent. They’re proving something to themselves.