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Colandrea Named Nebraska's 2026 Starting QB, Rhule Bets on Experience and Fire
sports2 days ago

Colandrea Named Nebraska's 2026 Starting QB, Rhule Bets on Experience and Fire

Nebraska coach Matt Rhule named Anthony Colandrea the starting quarterback for the 2026 season, opening Sept. 5 against Ohio. The Virginia/UNLV transfer brings extensive starter experience (31 games, 61 total touchdowns, 45 turnovers) plus mobility and playmaking ability, which could unlock a more dynamic, run-heavy, RPO-friendly offense. Backup competition remains with TJ Lateef and Daniel Kaelin, but Colandrea’s pedigree and leadership position him as the likely catalyst for improved results on a challenging schedule (ranked 21st hardest by ESPN’s FPI).

via Sports Illustrated|
#anthony-colandrea#college-football#matt-rhule
Colandrea Earns QB1 Label as Rhule Maps Nebraska's 2026 Depth Chart
sports3 days ago

Colandrea Earns QB1 Label as Rhule Maps Nebraska's 2026 Depth Chart

Nebraska’s final fall-camp scrimmage (about 110 plays) helped Matt Rhule tighten but not finish the depth chart: Anthony Colandrea is the QB1 with a competition for No. 2 between Danny Kaelin and TJ Lateef; Gunnar Gottula has emerged on the offensive line while Tree Babalade is sidelined; the Huskers’ defense looks deeper under new coaches like Roy Manning, with roughly 15–18 players expected to rotate and contribute by Sept. 5.

via Sports Illustrated|
#anthony-colandrea#college-football#fall-camp
Jamal Rule Shines as Rhule Pinpoints Nebraska's RB1
college-football4 months ago

Jamal Rule Shines as Rhule Pinpoints Nebraska's RB1

Nebraska's Red-White Spring Game finished 22-17 as true freshman Jamal Rule starred with 121 rushing yards and a touchdown on 10 carries, boosting his case to be the lead back this fall. Anthony Colandrea showed mobility and the ability to extend plays, while Jahsear Whittington made an impact on defense. Rhule praised the energy, tempo, and the collective progress, noted the offensive line and receivers' blocking, and outlined a six-week period of training to get players healthy and dialed in for summer, with several injury and roster notes included.

via Sports Illustrated|
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Rhule Signals Nebraska Spring Game: New Defense, Recruiting Buzz, and Crowd Support
college-football5 months ago

Rhule Signals Nebraska Spring Game: New Defense, Recruiting Buzz, and Crowd Support

Nebraska coach Matt Rhule spoke after the final spring practice ahead of the Red-White Spring Game, emphasizing a new 4-2-5 defense under Rob Aurich and the importance of tackling, outlining a game format with color-coded teams and green-jersey quarterbacks, and stressing the recruiting impact of the weekend while noting a smooth return from spring break and strong fan support alongside no changes to player availability.

via Sports Illustrated|
#college-football#defense#matt-rhule
Indiana's Rise Sparks a Blueprint for Nebraska's Big Ten Comeback
college-football7 months ago

Indiana's Rise Sparks a Blueprint for Nebraska's Big Ten Comeback

Indiana’s rapid rise under Curt Cignetti, including a Big Ten title and a CFP semifinal win over Oregon behind Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza, offers a blueprint built on strong lines, confident QB play, and smart transfer de/roster moves. Nebraska, by contrast, faces fragile run defense, a porous red zone, and quarterback uncertainty, and must fix its offensive line, leverage the transfer portal for game-changing players, and sustain pressure through coaching tweaks. Rhule has already reshaped the staff (OL coach replaced, new DC, and added edge and QB-focused coaches) to close the gap, but with a Big Ten full of powerhouses like Michigan and Ohio State, Nebraska needs to elevate its program to the conference’s upper tier, just as Indiana is doing in this changing era.

via Sports Illustrated|
#big-ten#college-football#indiana-football
Nebraska and USC Prepare for Key Matchup Amidst Team Revamps and Special Uniforms
sports9 months ago

Nebraska and USC Prepare for Key Matchup Amidst Team Revamps and Special Uniforms

Nebraska is hosting a major recruiting weekend with 35 visitors, including top prospects like five-star tight end Ahmad Hudson, as part of coach Matt Rhule's efforts to rebuild the program. The event coincides with a high-profile game against USC, aiming to showcase the program's potential and attract elite talent across multiple classes, with the hope of securing future success and elevating Nebraska's standing in college football.

via Sports Illustrated|
#college-football#matt-rhule#nebraska