Rhule said exposing his players to other schools is more of a concern to him than risking injuries in a spring game. Receiver Demitrius Bell and cornerback Blye Hill were hurt in last year's spring game and missed the season. Rhule said there would continue to be live tackling in scrimmages during spring practice.

The Nebraska spring game likely won’t be held going forward because of coach Matt Rhule’s concern about other teams poaching his players.