Hall of Fame
Burt Muehling was a tight end for the Lopers between 1982-84. In an era where UNK ran the ball over 70% of the time, he finished his career with 67 receptions for 1,064 yards and 11 TD's.
Earning first-team NAIA All-American honors in 1983, he helped the Lopers win 17 games and place first in the CSIC twice.
In 1983, he was the Lopers leading receiver, averaging 19.1 yards per catch and finishing a 10-game schedule with eight TD receptions. He subsequently signed a free agent deal with the Detroit Lions.
A two-time all-district and a two-time All-CSIC selection, the Lincoln native and home builder currently lives in his hometown with his wife, Stacy. They have four children; Barrett, Beau, Hope and Meghan.
