Nebraska wide receiver Jacory Barney Jr.’s breakout performance on special teams has earned him a place among elite company, recognized this week as The Jet Award Return Specialist of the Week. The Jet Award, founded by Nebraska legend Johnny “The Jet” Rodgers, honors the most outstanding college football return specialists in the nation.
Rodgers, a Heisman Trophy winner and one of the most electrifying return men in NCAA history, created the award to spotlight game-changing athletes who tilt the field with speed, vision, and impact. Barney’s 81 punt return yards echo the kind of dynamic play that inspired the award’s creation.
Barney delivered a dynamic special teams performance with four punt returns totaling 81 yards, averaging an impressive 20.25 yards per attempt. His…more
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