At Nebraska, Thomas played in eight games as a true freshman. Oklahoma was an early favorite, but Barry Switzer wanted Thomas to be a hand-in-the-dirt defensive end. The Sandman chose Nebraska.

Broderick Thomas, known as the “Sandman” during his days at Nebraska, was always known as one of the most enthusiastic Huskers in history.

Thomas, 23, was the sixth player selected in the 1989 draft. He was a first-team All-America selection at Nebraska and a finalist for the Butkus and Lombardi Awards in 1988. Originally Published ...

But when they've run out of Sundays, former pros like Broderick Thomas find that what lingers long after is ... Deion Sanders and Derrick Thomas. His Tampa No. 51 and Nebraska No. 89 jerseys are ...

Broderick Thomas vs. UCLA in 1987 / Nebraska Football Media Guide Thomas wanted two things from a college: 1) the ability to play right away, and 2) to be an outside linebacker – NOT a defensive ...

Broderick Thomas, known as the “Sandman” during his days at Nebraska, was always known as one of the most enthusiastic Huskers in history.

Thomas wanted to set the career sack record at Nebraska but finished seven shy of the mark, ending up with 22.5. Had Charlie McBride made the switch from the 5-2 to the 4-3 earlier, he probably ...