Zavier Betts Shares Why He Returned To Nebraska Football

[berryhusker]

“I really did it for my family and for the fans, because I know a lot of people were sad when I left."

Yikes.

 

[Brew City Husker]

I’m sure the Rhule saw film of Betts and said, “Who is that guy and why isn’t he on the roster? Where is he so I can talk to him?”

 

[CrabHusker]

And an important part was left off of that quote:

"Honestly, I feel like I let everybody down. So I wanted to come back and show everybody.”

There is no greater motivator than proving naysayers wrong. It appears under Rhule's stewardship, Betts feels he has the foundational support to help him succeed on and off the field. And he appears extremely motivated.

Not sure how any of this is a negative thing.

The drive to succeed can come from within as well. Agree on proving others wrong as a motivator, but hopefully a byproduct of this process will be the foundation for self confidence and strength that transcends the game and lasts a lifetime.

If Rhule is that kind of coach and man, we're in pretty good shape. I really didn't expect Betts to be part of the puzzle at all. Nice surprise.

 

[CrabHusker]

I’m sure the Rhule saw film of Betts and said, “Who is that guy and why isn’t he on the roster? Where is he so I can talk to him?”

Yeah. Coach and mentor kind of stuff.

Thank sweet baby Jesus for that.

 

[36Blast]

The drive to succeed can come from within as well. Agree on proving others wrong as a motivator, but hopefully a byproduct of this process will be the foundation for self confidence and strength that transcends the game and lasts a lifetime.

If Rhule is that kind of coach and man, we're in pretty good shape. I really didn't expect Betts to be part of the puzzle at all. Nice surprise.

Agreed. Goes without saying.

 

[CrabHusker]

Agreed. Goes without saying.

You would think, but I think folks who've never been in team sports or even the military don't understand what the 'team' or 'mission' drive brings to some people during their time in it. Some really struggle to replace that in 'normal life' when it's all over with.

I think Osborne and his support staff did a really good job of trying to set athletes up for success in life. Looks like Rhule is cut from the same cloth. That should open some eyes of moms and dads in future recruiting cycles.

 

[juju]

I'm curious how many of TOs players went on to get doctorate degrees. Pat Tyrance and Jamie Williams come to mind.

 

[Sonny]

My fans really enjoy my posts here at HuskerMax, and I know how sad they are when I'm not posting.

I know Betts didn't mean it to come across that way, and would have worded it differently if he had to do it again.

 

[CrabHusker]

I'm curious how many of TOs players went on to get doctorate degrees. Pat Tyrance and Jamie Williams come to mind.

I couldn't answer that, but I do recall a handful that came back after their playing days to earn their degrees.

 

[TFrazier]

My fans really enjoy my posts here at HuskerMax, and I know how sad they are when I'm not posting.

I know Betts didn't mean it to come across that way, and would have worded it differently if he had to do it again.

 

[Brew City Husker]

I’m happy he’s back. I hope he does well.

 

[CrabHusker]

I’m happy he’s back. I hope he does well.

Yep.

I'd love to see him be all he can be.

 

[MNHUSKER73]

Maybe Betts saw through the previous coaching issues and didn't want to be part of it?

Definitely glad to see him back on the field for N!

 

[Power of Corn]

This kid has launched to the top of my TO CHEER FOR LIST.
love his grit, and effort, it will pay off even if he never rises above 2nd string

 

[BigRedOhio]

As a fan I'm glad he's back.... As a person, I"m glad he's getting a 2nd opportunity to right the ship. The first year or two of college can be really difficult for most athletes.