Legendary Nebraska running back Rex Burkhead announced his retirement from the NFL on Monday.Burkhead, who won Super Bowl LIII with the New England Patriots, first thanked his parents, his brother, ...

Few teams in the NFL have made as smart a use of versatile running back rotations as the New England Patriots, who are set to restore the franchise staple after selecting a true speedster in the 2025 ...

My favorite Rex Burkhead play came in the rain. It was that game against Ohio State in 2011 – the one where Nebraska was down 27-6, then Lavonte David took a football away, and Braxton Miller limped ...

Former Nebraska running back Rex Burkhead officially hung up his cleats on Monday afternoon, announcing his retirement from professional football. Burkhead announced his decision on social media, and ...

On Monday, running back Rex Burkhead announced his retirement from the NFL at the age of 33. The Super Bowl LIII champion thanked those who helped him in his career along the way, including his family ...

Running back Rex Burkhead worked out for teams last year, but never landed on a roster and he won't be making another attempt to play during the 2024 season. Burkhead announced his retirement on ...

The Raiders have taken a look at some veteran running backs. Las Vegas worked out both Rex Burkhead and Damien Williams, according to the Tuesday transaction wire. Burkhead has plenty of familiarity ...

“Being with them every day gives confidence,” he said. “We know exactly what they’re capable of. We know they’re going to go out there and do the right thing. Both of those guys are very talented, and ...

CINCINNATI, OH - JANUARY 1: Rex Burkhead #33 of the Cincinnati Bengals celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter of the game against the Baltimore Ravens at Paul Brown Stadium on ...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - A familiar face to Husker fans is hanging up the cleats for good. Rex Burkhead — a Super Bowl champion and one of the most memorable figures from the Pelini-era Huskers who ...