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Nebraska Punter Archie Wilson Breaks Down Over Homesickness

Praised for his ambidextrous kicking after training with Prokick Australia, the freshman punter is projected to debut in Nebraska’s season opener at Arrowhead Stadium

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Archie Wilson, a freshman on University of Nebraska football team, was overcome with emotion at a news conference when asked about his family on the other side of the world. "That's the tough part about being here. I love them a lot, and I miss them," the Australian said. TODAY’s Jenna Bush Hager shares this Morning Boost.

Overview

  • At an Aug. 12 press conference, 19-year-old Archie Wilson tearfully spoke of missing his parents and two younger brothers after relocating from Frankston South, Victoria, to Lincoln for fall camp.
  • Wilson said his family fully support his decision and will fly to Nebraska to attend his first few games.
  • Although he trained under Prokick Australia—an elite program that has produced multiple NFL punters—Wilson has never played in an organized American football game.
  • Head coach Matt Rhule described Wilson as a “YouTube-short” talent and special teams coordinator Mike Ekeler called him “special,” citing his rare ability to kick effectively with both feet.
  • Nebraska opens its 2025 season against Cincinnati at Arrowhead Stadium on Aug. 28, where Wilson could make his first-ever competitive appearance.