Pelini Boots Kevin Dixon

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Defensive lineman off the team for violation of rules
Posted: 2:05 PM Aug 4, 2008
Last Updated: 9:12 PM Aug 4, 2008
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Nebraska coach Bo Pelini marked the start of fall camp Monday by announcing that defensive lineman Kevin Dixon has been kicked off the team citing an undisclosed violation of rules.

Pelini wouldn't comment on the specifics of the dismissal.

Dixon was ticketed by university police on July 4th after being seen urinating in a campus parking lot and again on July 13th for possession of less than an ounce of marijuana. Both cases were later dismissed.

Dixon played in all 12 games last season, starting four of them. He had 12 of his 19 tackles in a three-game stretch against Iowa State, Missouri and Oklahoma State.

The preseason depth charted listed Dixon, a senior, as the top backup at both tackle spots.

Pelini also announced that freshman Baker Steinkuhler will begin preseason practice as a defensive lineman and that offensive tackle Jaivorio Burkes will miss the start of practice because of an undisclosed medical issue.

The Huskers held a 2½-hour afternoon workout in helmets and shorts. NU returns six starters each on offense and defense. "They're excited, ready to go and looking forward to the challenges that lie ahead," said Pelini.

The Huskers were 5-7 last season, tied for last in the Big 12 North. They return to practice at 3:45 p.m. Tuesday.

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Posted by: D on Aug 7, 2008 at 12:52 PM
Steve, The 2 reasons the huskers weren't in a bowl game last year were because, (1) they had an idiot for a coach, and (2) when the players lose respect for their coash they give up playing. I'm going to say that the players - this year (and some of them are the same) won't lose that respect for their coaches. If so, my bet is they will be running some stadium stairs. Anybody that paid attention last year saw that the coaching staff gave up on the players, and the players followed. When your coach calls plays to "not lose to big" instead of "playing to win" the players see it and understand. Yes they are 18-22, and they are student athletes, but for the most part they aren't stupid. IF you want to bash Nebraska that's fine, just look at the years of tradition, and I would beg you to find some other state that has the population pool that we have, and the number of wins/losses. Tradition is a good thing, and it we will return to form. You can always move!!!!!

Posted by: Steve on Aug 5, 2008 at 09:02 PM
For the last five years all I've heard is the 'Restore the Order' refrain from husker fan vicariously living his life through the performance of an 18 year old. 64 teams played in a bowl game last year....the mighty huskers weren't one of them.

Posted by: anon on Aug 5, 2008 at 04:50 PM
steve, have a nice day i dare you to!

Posted by: Bridgett on Aug 5, 2008 at 03:52 PM
Jim- the article says "undisclosed violation". The dismissal could possibly NOT be because of the two cases stated.

Posted by: Steve on Aug 5, 2008 at 02:43 PM
"The Huskers were 5-7 last season, tied for last in the Big 12 North". Had to chuckle reading that...hope the huskers continue their losing ways. Always funny seeing husker fans implode.

Posted by: Eldon on Aug 5, 2008 at 11:55 AM
Scape Goat....why would you sue this young mans mistakes to make a example for the rest of the TEAM!!!!! Teafilter has been DUI all sinc earriving and gone to court ...this guy case was dismissed and yet.....not Fair

Posted by: terry darnall on Aug 5, 2008 at 10:10 AM
If Pelini can get the defensive line, to get a push against the offense, then NU fortunes will change, if not, it's going to be a long season. If the DT's can't produce anything, then I'd start Baker Steinkulher and Ricky Henry. These seniors disgraced Husker football last year. If I was a player, I would be ashamed and determined not to let it happen again. I would put my body on the line every play. If Turner and Suh don't do that. If they still play lazy, I hope Pelini replaces them quick, before we lose 5 games in a row again. I can't take that! I believe the fall practices will change Turner and Suh, and if not they won't be starting. I'd feel much better, if Pelini would give other guys a chance to start, even freshmen, at least under Pelini they would get better. These guys are seniors, and haven't produced yet. Hope they do?

Posted by: llr on Aug 5, 2008 at 08:40 AM
Way to go, Bo! It's obvious he will not tolerate any shenanigans, regardless of how *apparently* trvial, like those that have plagued the team in recent years. Play by the rules, don't do drugs, don't accost women, and you keep your spot on the team. Violate the rules, you're done. No ifs, ands or buts.

Posted by: Husker Fan on Aug 5, 2008 at 07:03 AM
NICE, real nice, what an idiot!!!! Thanks for representing Nebraska and the Huskers in such a great manner. Should be kicked out of school as well!!! Loser!!!!! Way to bo Bo!!!

Posted by: D on Aug 4, 2008 at 08:58 PM
He knew the rules that were set in Spring practice, and didn't follow them - that equals dismissal. Bo was up front, and communicated with the atheletes that no exceptions would be warranted. Dixon is a senior, and he's setting an example for the underclassmen. He should have known and done better. Thank you Bo, for keeping your word and removing problem children from being allowed to have the privelege to play, and be able to break the rules. It's about time that kids know that doing something wrong has consequences.

Posted by: Steve on Aug 4, 2008 at 07:31 PM
Jim: Maybe there was more, Pelini did not discuss the full details of his actions. Let him coach, let's not start questioning him, he is the head Coach, show support.

Posted by: BILL on Aug 4, 2008 at 05:19 PM
Way to go BO, don't take that stuff--someone that really wants to play-and play straight-is ready and willing----LETS GO HUSKERS!!!! I applaud Mr. P for his stern ways with the team and everything involved. There is no room for this at any level in any sport or workplace!! To bad more couldn't be done to clean it up a little more! LOOK FORWARD TO THE SEASON

Posted by: Jim on Aug 4, 2008 at 04:17 PM
I understand the need for discipline, but this is extreme! The case was dismissed! Hence, he should be put on conduct probation & not kicked off the team for an infraction that the court system feels doesn't even warrant a trial.