Huskers veteran safety Deshon Singleton set to play against Ohio State

Nebraska will have a key defender ready to go on Saturday against Ohio State

The Nebraska Cornhuskers won’t have backup running back Rahmir Johnson for Saturday’s matchup against Ohio State, but they will have a key defender available.

On Thursday, Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule told the media that senior safety Deshon Singleton would be good to go after an injury scare during the Husker’s 56-7 loss to Indiana.

Singleton this season is fourth on the Huskers in tackles with 32, including one tackle for loss. He also has one pass deflection and one fumble recovery on the season. With Singleton’s help, the Huskers’ secondary has helped keep opposing passing attacks to just 201.4 passing yards per game this season.

The Huskers secondary will need to continue that strong play on Saturday against the Buckeyes extremely dangerous passing attack which is averaging 294.3 passing yards per game this season. 

The Huskers and Buckeyes are scheduled for an 11:00 a.m. CT kickoff in Columbus on Saturday, with the game televised nationally on Fox. 

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