Barry Turner

DE, 6-3, 248, Antioch, Tenn. (Brentwood Academy)

Barry Turner was one of the final pieces in Nebraska’s 2005 recruiting class, pledging his services to the Huskers the weekend before signing day. Turner was a standout defensive end for Coach Carlton Flatt at Brentwood Academy in the Nashville, Tenn., area. Turner is the first Nebraska scholarship recruit from the state of Tennessee since Daniel and Josh Bullocks signed with the Huskers in February of 2001. A USA Today second-team All-American, Turner was a force from his defensive end spot, racking more than 90 tackles, including 10 sacks as a senior. He also hurried the quarterback more than 25 times, and helped Brentwood to a 9-4 record and a trip to the state championship game for the second consecutive year. Turner was also a factor on the offensive side of the ball, catching 20 passes for 290 yards and three touchdowns as a tight end. Turner earned all-state honors from the Associated Press and The Tennessean for his performance, and was a finalist for Mr. Football honors in the state of Tennessee. He was also a finalist for the Division II Class AAA Lineman of the Year as presented by the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association. As a junior, Turner made 105 tackles and was credited with 15 sacks. Turner is ranked as the No. 5 defensive end in the country and the 51st-best overall prospect according to Tom Lemming. He is the No. 13 weakside defensive end by Rivals.com which lists Turner as the seventh-best prospect in Tennessee. Turner is ranked as the No. 34 defensive lineman in the country by SuperPrep Magazine, who also lists him as the third-best prospect in Tennessee. Scout.com ranks Turner as the fifth-best defensive end in the United States. Turner is also a key performer for Brentwood’s basketball team, which is ranked as one of the state’s best with a 17-2 record through Jan. 29. Last season, Turner averaged 16 points and nine rebounds for Brentwood, the two-time defending state champs. Turner earned all-region and all-district honors on the hardwood as a junior. Turner is the son of Betty Tate, and was born on Jan. 7, 1987. Turner chose Nebraska over Tennessee, and also visited Vanderbilt.