Caleb Benning is more confident than he’s ever been in a Nebraska football uniform, and he credits his teammates and coaches for helping him grow. The junior safety said he’s felt a sense of belonging after playing a bigger role for the Huskers over the past few weeks.
Caleb Benning was ready for the chance to prove his ability for the Nebraska defense. The redshirt freshman was given that moment during the Huskers' matchup with Utah in the Las Vegas Bowl.
Caleb Benning is only a redshirt freshman, but he already sounds like a veteran. Benning went through fall practice last season and played in three games as a true freshman, before taking a redshirt.