Nebraska has had some elite players come through their program over the years. Think about it: Sure, they haven't been great for a while now, but they used to be dominant.

From 1993 to 2001, there probably wasn't a better team than Nebraska. You can save all of that Miami-dynasty nonsense, but Nebraska won three championships in four years, had double-digit wins every year but two seasons during that run, with the two seasons having nine wins, and had three undefeated seasons.

And to do that, there have had to be some dominant players along the way, too.

One of the most dominant in Nebraska history wasn't during that time frame, but he is one of the greatest college football players of all time. And, he's changing careers now.

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Nebraska legend Ndamukong Suh is retiring

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Ndamukong Suh is a former NFL defensive tackle known for his dominant and aggressive play, and honestly, the grittiness with which he played as well. Some would describe him as a dirty player, but he did whatever it took to get in others' heads, and it worked.

At the University of Nebraska from 2005 to 2009, Suh became a college football standout. Actually, that's not really the proper way to describe him. I'd say he became one of the greatest defensive players in college football history. His 2009 senior season was exceptional, with 85 tackles, 12 sacks, and 24 tackles for loss, earning him the Associated Press College Football Player of the Year award, the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, and unanimous All-American honors. 

His 4.5-sack performance against Texas in the 2009 Big 12 Championship Game was a highlight. His college success led to being drafted second overall by the Detroit Lions in 2010. In the NFL, Suh played from 2010 to 2022 across five teams: the Lions (2010-2014), Miami Dolphins (2015-2017), Los Angeles Rams (2018), Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2019-2021), and Philadelphia Eagles (2022). 

He earned NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2010 with 66 tackles and 10 sacks, made five Pro Bowls (2010, 2012-2015), and was a three-time First-Team All-Pro (2010, 2013, 2014). Over 199 games, he recorded 600 tackles, 71.5 sacks, and 131 quarterback hits. Suh won a Super Bowl with the Buccaneers in 2020. 

Now, off the field, he supports youth and education through the Ndamukong Suh Family Foundation.

On Saturday, Suh officially retired from the NFL and the game he loves so dearly. He mentioned his late, great father as an influence on his life, not just the game, as well as others. And, he shared a message as to what's next for him in his life.

Because I’ve been preparing for this moment for years. Football was my passion, but it was never my endgame.

My next season is about impact, purpose, and legacy.

About helping others build wealth, lead with intention, and create lasting freedom.

I’ve lived. I’ve learned. I’ve built. I’ve failed. I’ve succeeded. And now I want to share what I’ve learned, especially with athletes, entrepreneurs, and young people navigating life and money.

That’s why I created the No Free Lunch podcast. It’s about real conversations, real strategy, and real education.

Because freedom doesn’t come from fame, it comes from knowledge and how you move.

Now I’m using my platform to serve something bigger. If you’ve ever followed my journey… Thank you. If you’ve ever cheered, supported, critiqued, or pushed me, you’re part of the reason I kept going. 

And if you’re wondering what’s next: Tune in. Follow along. I’m just getting started.

Something tells me he is about to help a lot of people who desperately need it. Maybe it's coaching, maybe it's something else. But you can tell he wants to help people. And, I'm excited to see how he does it.

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