Matt Rhule arrived with much pomp and ceremony as the chosen one to drag Nebraska out of the endless spiral of losing seasons. He placed an enormous emphasis on in-state players on scholarship or the walk-on program.
The world of college football has been turned on its head with NIL and roster limits to the point where Rhule had to pivot. To see this playing out in real time, one only has to look at the top-ranked in-state players in the 2026 class and where they are heading.
Lone Ranger
Linebacker Jase Reynolds (6-3/206lbs) out of Elkhorn North in Omaha is a 3-star recruit ranked 10th in Nebraska’s 2026 class, according to 247.