Husker fans remember Brook Berringer, the quarterback who stepped in during the 1994 title run and handed the job back to Tommie Frazier without complaint. He died in a small plane crash in April 1996, two days before the NFL draft. His faith and humility are still talked about in Lincoln.
Historical Context
A Husker Fan’s Prayer Before Kickoff
Lord, thank you for Saturdays in Nebraska,
for a sea of red and for the people beside me in the stands.
Keep the players on both sides safe today.
Give our team focus, courage and heart.
Help me cheer loud and lose gracefully, if it comes to that.
And let us all remember it’s a game.
Go Big Red.
Amen.
A Prayer for the Players and Coaches
Lord, bless the young men on this team.
Guide them on the field, in the classroom and in their lives.
Give the coaches wisdom and integrity.
Let this program build men of character.
Amen.
After a Tough Loss
Lord, that one hurt.
Help the players hold their heads up,
and help us fans be loyal and kind.
There’s always next Saturday.
Amen.
Best Times for This Prayer
- Before kickoff, at home or in Memorial Stadium.
- During the Tunnel Walk.
- At a tailgate with friends and family.
- Before a bowl game.
Scripture Connection
“Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain.” — 1 Corinthians 9:24
Paul loved sports metaphors. He knew only one side wins, and he still told people to give it everything. Then he pointed to a prize that doesn’t fade.
Related prayers
For other sports prayers, see the Coaches Prayer, Basketball Prayer and Baseball Prayer.