Tom Osborne spent a lifetime representing Nebraska. Now, the state is honoring him in a landmark way.
Nearly three decades after stepping away from coaching, the former Husker head coach added another significant accomplishment to his growing list of awards. Following a change approved by the state legislature in April, Osborne has become the first living member of the Nebraska Hall of Fame.
The 89-year-old was unanimously selected this week by the hall of game commission, which voted 7-0 in favor of his induction. The decision allowed Osborne to receive an honor previously reserved for individuals who had been deceased for at least 35 years…