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Steven M. Sipple: If Husker QB seeks calming presence, trenches may be the place to look

If you're a typical diehard Nebraska football fan, your level of anticipation for the first game of the Scott Frost era soars through the roof. You're uncertain exactly what to expect, especially from the true freshman quarterback or, heck, the rookie place-kicker. You may feel a bit fidgety.

This all feels fairly enormous. It's history and healing. It's hope and utter happiness. If you're not careful, it can feel overwhelming.

Nebraska senior offensive guard Tanner Farmer thinks he and some rather large friends can help ease tension. Farmer will be in the starting lineup against Akron (7 p.