Nebraska’s depth fullback and special-teams grinder
In the 2009 season, Mike Hays was Nebraska’s No. 2 fullback and a key special-teams contributor, with the official roster listing him at 6-foot-1, 235 pounds and media guides noting he could push for more playing time at FB. His value is less about flashy counting stats and more about fit: he brings toughness, versatility, and the kind of blue-collar edge coaches trust in short-yardage and special-teams roles. If a team wants a physical, assignment-sound blocker who embraces the dirty work, Hays is the kind of player who quietly makes the whole room better.
