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On this episode of Monday Night Therapy, host Minnie Hunt celebrates the countdown to Nebraska’s football season, noting growing national attention on the Huskers, fueled by expectations for QB Dylan Raiola and coach Matt Rhule in his third year. The featured guest, Brad Wilson, shared his unique perspective as Nebraska’s first disabled student manager in the early 1980s. Born with a birth defect affecting his right side, Wilson earned a spot on the team after writing to Tom Osborne and interviewing with Charlie McBride and legendary trainer George Sullivan.
Wilson described life as a student manager—running scout team plays, setting up equipment, assisting coaches, and even managing travel for the freshman team. He recalled behind-the-scenes stories of Osborne’s quiet leadership, camaraderie among players, and humorous moments, including practical jokes, famous visitors, and encounters with opponents’ fan bases. Wilson also recounted memorable games, like Mike Rozier’s record-chasing performance in 1983, and the deep family atmosphere fostered by the program.
He reflected on how the role gave him lifelong friendships, professional connections, and personal confidence, emphasizing the privilege of being part of Husker football history. The episode closed with appreciation from the chat and Hunt’s invitation for Wilson to return with more stories.
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On this episode of Monday Night Therapy, host Minnie Hunt celebrates the countdown to Nebraska’s football season, noting growing national attention on the Huskers, fueled by expectations for QB Dylan Raiola and coach Matt Rhule in his third year. The featured guest, Brad Wilson, shared his unique perspective as Nebraska’s first disabled student manager in the early 1980s. Born with a birth defect affecting his right side, Wilson earned a spot on the team after writing to Tom Osborne and interviewing with Charlie McBride and legendary trainer George Sullivan.
Wilson described life as a student manager—running scout team plays, setting up equipment, assisting coaches, and even managing travel for the freshman team. He recalled behind-the-scenes stories of Osborne’s quiet leadership, camaraderie among players, and humorous moments, including practical jokes, famous visitors, and encounters with opponents’ fan bases. Wilson also recounted memorable games, like Mike Rozier’s record-chasing performance in 1983, and the deep family atmosphere fostered by the program.
He reflected on how the role gave him lifelong friendships, professional connections, and personal confidence, emphasizing the privilege of being part of Husker football history. The episode closed with appreciation from the chat and Hunt’s invitation for Wilson to return with more stories.
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