Marques Buford Jr. Earns Second Cornerback Spot for Nebraska Football

The Nebraska Cornhuskers have a new starting cornerback in Marques Buford Jr.

Buford Jr. has been a key contributor to the Cornhuskers' defense ever since he arrived on campus in 2021. He started eight games last season and recorded 30 tackles, one interception, and five pass breakups.

Buford Jr. is a talented cornerback with a bright future.

He is a physical player who is not afraid to come up and tackle. He also has good speed and agility, which allows him to cover a lot of ground in the secondary.

Buford Jr.'s performance in the spring game earned him the starting job at cornerback. He had a strong game, recording four tackles and two pass breakups.

Buford Jr. is expected to be a key player for the Cornhuskers this season. He is a talented player who is ready to take on a bigger role in the defense.

Here are some highlights of Buford Jr.'s career so far:

• Started eight games in 2021
• Recorded 30 tackles, one interception, and five pass breakups in 2021
• Earned the starting job at cornerback in 2022
• Had a strong performance in the spring game, recording four tackles and two pass breakups

Buford Jr. is a rising star in the Big Ten Conference.

He is a talented player who is expected to be a key contributor to the Cornhuskers' defense this season.