2024 Husker Signee Analysis: Defensive Back Mario Buford
Nebraska came into this recruiting cycle wanting to address the defensive secondary, obviously, but particularly the cornerback position. Mario Buford had been one of Nebraska’s top 2024 targets - regardless of position - dating back to when he was wrapping up his freshman season at powerhouse DeSoto (Texas) High School. He was offered by Scott Frost and the previous staff on Jan. 23, 2021, less than a week after his older brother, Marques, had enrolled early as part of the 2021 class. His brother's status as a Husker and the timing of a coaching staff overhaul led to a unique recruitment for ...