1993 (Senior)
Fiala found playing time in every game of the ’93 regular season. The fullback rushed for 61 total yards averaging 8.7 yards per run. He also had a 21 yard gain in the win over Oklahoma State.
1992 (Junior)
Fiala earned his first letter in 1992 after playing in six games at fullback behind started Lance Lewis, Andre McDuffy, and Cory Schlesinger. He carried the ball three times for 16 yards with a long run off nine yards vs. Middle Tennessee State. Fiala also had one assisted tackles on special teams.
1991 (Sophomore)
A non-lettered reserve, Fiala appeared in two games and had one rushing attempt, for 10 yards against Colorado State.
1990 (Redshirt)
A walk-on, Fiala took a redshirt in 1990.
1989 (Freshman)
Fiala was a reserve fullback on the junior varsity team, rushing 10 times for 77 yards.
Before Nebraska (At Milford HS)
An academic all-state pick and two-time honorable-mention all-state selection for Coach Marty Hingst, Fiala played half-back, I-back, and safety. He lettered four times each in football and wrestling and three times in track.
Personal
The son of Dennis and Loretta Fiala, Dave was born Feb. 18, 1971, at Seward Neb. He has four brothers and four sisters. Fiala was on the Dean’s List every semester and graduated in December of 1993 with a degree in agribusiness. He was on the Student Advisory Board of the Ag Econ and Agribusiness Clubs and was a frequent Fellowship of Christian Athletes speaker.