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Univ. of Nebraska’s Archie Wilson Breaks Down During News Conference

Archie Wilson followed the Prokick Australia program to play college football in the U.S. and will have family support at Nebraska's season opener, officials said.

  • On Tuesday, Nebraska freshman Archie Wilson broke down in tears during a Lincoln press conference when asked about being away from his family.
  • Coming from Frankston South, Victoria, he joined Nebraska in June after training at Prokick Australia, which has produced NFL punters Tory Taylor, Michael Dickson and Mitch Wishnowsky.
  • His ambipedal kicking ability impressed his coaches; Ekeler expressed confidence after seeing live kicks over FaceTime.
  • On Aug. 28, he will make his debut at Arrowhead Stadium against Cincinnati with 77,000 fans expected.
  • This season, ProKick Australia alumni could number as many as 60 at the FBS level, with programs like Ohio State and Notre Dame fielding Australian punters.
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CBS Sports broke the news in United States on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.
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