Nebraska linebacker Luke Gifford (12) celebrates a second-quarter sack against Wisconsin last season.
FRANCIS GARDLER, Journal Star file photoLuke Gifford has fought back to 100 percent healthwise, which is significant news for Nebraska’s football team.
For his good health, Gifford is eternally grateful. But the senior outside linebacker also is thankful for the wisdom he accumulated as he rehabilitated a hip injury that sidelined him for the final five games of 2017.
A Lincoln Southeast graduate, Gifford watched from the sideline during the Huskers' entire spring season. It was difficult at times, he says, but there were big-picture benefits.