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USA Today
24-06-2025
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- USA Today
A closer looker at Nebraska's class of 2026 after recent commitments
The Nebraska Cornhuskers' class of 2026 landed its seventh and eighth commitments on Monday evening. Cornerback Danny Odem and running back Jamal Rule announced their commitments to the Huskers. Odem is the second defensive recruit, along with in-state linebacker Jace Reynolds. The Florida native recorded 45 tackles, two interceptions, three pass deflections, and a fumble recovery in his junior season. He also played on the offensive side of the football and recorded five receptions for 40 yards on the year, according to statistics from Rule, a Salisbury, North Carolina native, played his junior year at Charlotte Christian, where he made an impact despite playing in just seven games. The running back rushed for 1,236 yards, averaging 9.2 yards per carry, and 15 touchdowns. The class of 2026 still has a long way to go before it is finished. It currently ranks 56th in the nation and 18th in the Big Ten, according to the latest analysis from On3. Scroll below for a detailed look at the eight commitments that make up the class of 2026. Danny Odem - Cornerback High School: The First Academy City: Orlando, FL Height/Weight: 6-0/175 pounds Star: **** Find Cornhuskers Wire news on this player here Jamal Rule - Running back High School: Charlotte Christian City: Charlotte, NC Height/Weight: 6-0/205 pounds Star: *** Find Cornhuskers Wire news on this player here Luke Sorensen - Tight End High School: Servite High School City: Anaheim, CA Height/Weight: 6-4/245 Star: **** Find Cornhuskers Wire news on this player here Dveyoun Bonwell-Witte - Wide Receiver High School: Washington High School City: Sioux Falls, SD Height/Weight: 6-2/190 Star Rating: *** Find Cornhuskers Wire news on this player here Hayden Ainsworth - Offensive Tackle High School: Biloxi High School City: Biloxi, MS Height/Weight: 6-5/285 Star Rating: **** Find Cornhuskers Wire news on this player here Jase Reynolds - Linebacker High School: Elkhorn North City: Elkhorn, NE Height/Weight: 6-2/200 Star Rating: *** Find Cornhuskers Wire news on this player here Dayton Raiola - Quarterback High School: Buford High School City: Buford, GA Height/Weight: 6-1/225 Star Rating: *** Find Cornhuskers Wire news on this player here Rex Waterman - Offensive Tackle High School: Hamilton High School City: Chandler, AZ Height/Weight: 6-5/295 Star Rating: *** Find Cornhuskers Wire news on this player here Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X (formerly Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
USA Today
23-06-2025
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- USA Today
Defensive back target commits to Nebraska
BREAKING: Four-Star CB Danny Odem has Committed to Nebraska, he tells me for @on3recruitsThe 6'1 185 CB from Orlando, FL chose the Cornhuskers over Ohio State & Clemson'#GBR let's do it!!' A class of 2026 defensive back announces his commitment on Monday evening. Four-star corner Danny Odem committed to the Nebraska Cornhuskers and became the class of 2026's seventh commitment. Nebraska was one of the five finalists vying for Odem. The other schools were Oklahoma, Penn State, Clemson, and Ohio State. The Florida native recorded 45 tackles, two interceptions, three pass deflections, and a fumble recovery in his junior season. He also played on the offensive side of the football and recorded five receptions for 40 yards on the year, according to statistics from According to the On3 Recruiting Rankings, he is the No. 19-ranked corner in the 2026 class and the No. 27-ranked overall player in his class from the state of Florida. The class of 2026 ranks 74th in the nation and 18th in the Big Ten, according to the latest analysis from On3. Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X (formerly Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
USA Today
18-06-2025
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- USA Today
Omaha quarterback Jett Thomalla commits to the Alabama Crimson Tide
Omaha quarterback Jett Thomalla commits to the Alabama Crimson Tide Class of 2026 four-star quarterback and Omaha native Jett Thomalla flipped his commitment from Iowa State to Alabama on Tuesday. This was according to On3's Hayes Fawcett. The Nebraska native is ranked as the No. 13 overall quarterback in the 2026 class and the top player in the state of Nebraska, according to the On3 industry rankings. The quarterback had several offers on the table. This included schools such as Alabama, Iowa State, Arizona, Iowa, Missouri, Virginia Tech, and Washington State. The Huskers never offered Thomalia. The quarterback threw for 3,664 yards, 47 touchdowns, and three interceptions last season for Millard South, according to statistics from He led the Patriots to a 13-1 record and a Class A Nebraska state championship. The state of Nebraska has seen a rise in local talent over the past couple of recruiting cycles. Thomalla is certainly the latest example of that, and part of a positive trend for Nebraska high school football overall. With Dylan Raiola on the roster, future quarterbacks Dayton Raiola and Trae Taylor, it's not that surprising that the Huskers never offered a scholarship. Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X (formerly Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
USA Today
07-06-2025
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- USA Today
Nebraska makes top five for 2026 four-star linebacker
Nebraska makes top five for 2026 four-star linebacker Nebraska football made the top five on Thursday for 2026 four-star linebacker Calvin Thomas. Thomas made the announcement on social media. The Texas Longhorns, North Carolina Tar Heels, Michigan Wolverines, and SMU Mustangs also made his top five in addition to the Huskers. Thomas is the 42nd overall player in the state of Texas and the 22nd overall player in his position for the 2026 class per Rivals rankings. He has 34 offers in total, including some from Big Ten schools. Michigan, Illinois, Oregon, UCLA, USC, and Wisconsin have offered him in addition to the Huskers. He most recently received an offer from Syracuse on June 3. The dynamic linebacker recorded 69 tackles, seven sacks, and an interception last season for Cyprus Ranch High School, according to statistics from The Huskers have some work to do in the 2026 class. The class currently ranks 62nd overall with four total commitments per Rivals Team Rankings. There are currently several visits set up for this month, it will be interesting to see what this class looks like at the end of June. For now, Nebraska is in good company for Thomas. He would be a playmaking linebacker, and also a solid fit in John Butler's defense. Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X (formerly Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
USA Today
22-05-2025
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- USA Today
Nebraska offers a top Alabama playmaker
Nebraska offers a top Alabama playmaker Nebraska football offered 2027 four-star edge defender Jabarrius Garror on Tuesday. He made the announcement on social media. Garror is the eighth overall edge defender in the 2027 class, and the third overall player in his class from the state of Alabama per the On3 recruiting rankings. He committed to the Crimson Tide on July 31, 2024. The last couple of months have seen the Auburn Tigers and Crimson Tide really make a push for the linebacker. He has visited Alabama four times, all for unofficial visits. He most recently did so on March 27. He took a visit to Auburn on January 25. He was a playmaking linebacker as a sophomore last season. He recorded 104 total tackles, 21.5 sacks, and five pass deflections, according to statistics from The Huskers could benefit from a playmaking edge defender like Garror. They have visits set up with several impact playmakers in the 2027 class, and he would definitely be a strong addition to a defense that is young but talented. Contact/Follow us @CornhuskersWire on X (formerly Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Nebraska news, notes, and opinions.
