Great article by Dedrick Mills

[cthusker]

Very happy for Mills because that's what it's all about. It's also one heck of positive article about our coaching staff and how they take care of their players. Great recruiting tool to show potential recruits family how things are done for players at Nebraska.

 

[BleedinHuskerRed]

Great article. Really highlights the support at DONU, as well as the importance of treating mental health. It can be life-changing!

 

[Tacom]

@Tacom

You stole my avator!

No worries. I'll find another.

Unintentional! No worries. I’ll steal someone else’s instead.

 

[HuttoHusker]

Really nice read. Let's hope this triggers a huge year on the field for DM
Lord knows we need it. GBR

 

[Red Said Ted]

Sounds like a kid who is on the right path now. He really came on strong in the second half of last season. Makes you wonder if his improvement on the field was due in part to his personal improvement, in addition to the obvious advancement from learning the playbook better. I’m anxious to see him strong out of the gate this year. He’s definitely going to be an easy kid to cheer on.

 

[HouNU]

Sounds like a kid who is on the right path now. He really came on strong in the second half of last season. Makes you wonder if his improvement on the field was due in part to his personal improvement, in addition to the obvious advancement from learning the playbook better. I’m anxious to see him strong out of the gate this year. He’s definitely going to be an easy kid to cheer on.

Yeah, the loose timeline seems to correlate. You always root for these kids to realize their full potential , and DM seems like he's going to give it his all. What a testament to the coaches and staff really caring about these kids. Can you imagine how rewarding it is to them?
Major kudos to DM for not only really doing the work, but even more for sharing his story in the way that he did.....in his own words.
Go get 'em, Dedrick!!!

 

[huskermike]

Healing Mentally - University of Nebraska

I could tell you what it feels like to hit rock bottom. I know what it's like to be pulled in so many different directions you forget which way is up. I know

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[Skeeball]

The first step was realizing that his attitude and actions needed to change. Many never make it to that point. I'm proud that we've provided him with the counseling and tools he needs to persevere in the pursuit of his life goals. The discipline to sustain this change is ultimately up to Dedrick, but it sounds like he's on the right path and we all wish him the best.

 

[ColombianHusker]

Although perhaps similar, Randy's situation was THE chronic, the dude messed up sooo many times. It sounds as though Dedrick has his demons in check, congratulations Mr. Mills.

Fixed it for you.....

Anyway. Good on Dedrick!

 

[Redleg]

Similar to Randy Gregory. Mills failed his several GTech drug test. Both guys had no criminal records but bad habits . Simply smoking weed. No hard drugs.

Myself, beer/liquor are more dangerous than MJ both physical and mental (my past experience). Need to changed drug tests ...... Cannabis=PASSED, >0.08% Alcohol=FAILED

Randy Gregory might agree with you, but nowhere in the tone of the article does DM appear to share the thought that the drug tests simply need to change and he would be fine. He knows that was a barrier to becoming the person and player he wants to become.

 

[Power of Corn]

Continued good luck Dedrick, were happy your here, ....... life isnt where ya been... it's where your going, ...and your on a good path my friend. A whole state want's to support you Dedrick. Your effort and resilience, when coupled with your degree, will take you far. Once a husker, always a husker.