Nebraska’s old-school playmaker with DB instincts and big-play juice
In the 2006 season, Andrew Shanle was a reliable Nebraska free safety who started 13 games, piled up 57 tackles, and led the Huskers with four interceptions plus seven pass breakups; earlier in his career he also showed value as a reserve and special-teams contributor.[1] What made him stand out wasn’t just the numbers — it was his speed, consistency, and knack for showing up in key moments, which helped Nebraska’s pass defense and made him a smart fit for a defense that values toughness, awareness, and steady production.[1][6]
