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2 minutes ago, Ratt Mhule said:

Weve been hearing this since Friday. Radio guys saying we would know before the bowl games yesterday. Nobody knows a dang thing. 

The coaches probably do know behind the scenes but just bc we don't know doesn't mean they don't.

Just now, Mavric said:

 

What happened to their defense coordinator?? I didn't know they were looking for a new one.

3 minutes ago, Mavric said:

 

Have yet to really figure out the need there as we've taken 7 DBs in each of the last two classes.

 

I guess he could be coming in as an NIL walk-on so that would work.

The thing I question is not only what you stated but that he is coming from St. Francis.  The competition level he played against was worse then who North Dakota State played.

Hate playing the waiting game.  It's like waiting to know what gifts your getting on your birthday before you can open them.  I absolutely love how 247 still list DR as a hard commit to Georgia on his recruiting page.  That's as believable as me winning the lottery.

10 minutes ago, Mavric said:

 

Yeah, I guess we'll probably get him.

 

Not really fired up there.

Me either.  Not a huge addition but a nice piece to fit into the db room.  Maybe the coaches like his length.

4 minutes ago, Mavric said:

Raiola

Shavers

Still hoping for Williams

Sounding likely with Tarver

Maybe still Sanders

Your forgetting about Hill too!!!!!

4 minutes ago, Mavric said:

 

If we gain his commitment too then we are adding some serious speed with him and McGahee at the linebacker position.  Nebraska is setting themselves up nicely.

12 minutes ago, krc1995 said:

I would be surprised if there is any football commits announced today. It’s the ladies day 

Well if we win a National Championship after gaining Dylan Raiola's commitment and gain a few more then you couldn't ask for a better day to be a fan of the Huskers.  It be the best Christmas gift we had around here in a long time.

8 minutes ago, Decked said:

Wanted a guaranteed start 

Yeah something Nebraska wouldn't guarantee to him oh well.  Everyone wins at the end.

10 minutes ago, runningblind said:

This.  We get so wrapped around the axle on here that we forget about real priorities. This makes me very happy, first gen college grad is wonderful. I am rooting for this young man to have a wonderful life.

And to get back on track as a football player wherever he ends up congratulations.

9 minutes ago, mwj98 said:

Folks, it’s not happening.

Stiring the pot early in the morning

12 minutes ago, brophog said:

 

Even when they did call them in '22 you often had situations like an overload on the right but the back blocks to the left. Lots of situations that year where Nebraska had enough blockers but they were still getting free rushers. Last year the entire operation was much cleaner.

 

There is still a long ways to go, though. Nebraska gave up a sack on 10% of pass attempts, ranking about 121 out of 133 teams. A lot of that is because we really only passed the ball when we had to, usually in poor down and distance situations and obviously the revolving door of QBs isn't going to help that situation. A competent passer, and much more reliance on the quick game, will drastically improve that metric.

And this is where DR comes into play next season.  Matt Rhule is thinking with a better passer then it significantly helps the offense.

2 minutes ago, Mavric said:

Expecting something???

 

 

Probably expects to bringing home a National Title tonight!!

27 minutes ago, Pedro G said:

Actually Ryan Puglisi seems to be really good. I saw a comparison to him and DR. He could very well compete for the starting job. Not saying he will get it, but this guy appears to be at a high level. 

He is and certain analyst have even said Ryan Puglisi is better then Raiola bc of his athleticism.   Do you want a Patrick Mahomes as your qb(Raiola) who has a strong arm can make every throw and can pick up a first down by running with his legs or do you want a Josh Allen as your qb that is a dual threat qb (Puglisi)?

8 minutes ago, Mavric said:

 

And yet we have the #2 player in this class visiting as we type....

That's true but that a totally different scenario bc of family ties to this place. Nebraska wouldn't even be able to draw him here without that.  The only way Nebraska could have drawn him in is if he was actually from here and wanted to stay home and play for his home state otherwise there wouldn't be any interest for him to look our way.

2 minutes ago, runningblind said:

You are way overreacting.  You should be there for spring ball yes, but this isn't some giant game of musical chairs. He could probably start for 20+ FBS teams. Do we even know he still wants to play football?

I just think it puts him behind the eightball that's all.  Of course he could start for other teams I was joking  He did get recruited by Florida State and he was highly ranked coming out of high school.

3 minutes ago, Decked said:

He is visiting officially a week before signing day. Yes.

Same for that other linebacker as well?

2 minutes ago, runningblind said:

What besides conspiracy theories makes anyone think CP is coming back to the team?

I mean where else would he go to start??  Not saying he couldn't find a home but if you were going to do that don't you think you give yourself a better chance to start once the transfer portal opened? If you wait too long to enter most teams already have their roster set with guys from the portal and high school.

Do we have a realistic chance on landing him??  I know he is committed to Oregon but I wonder how solid he is.

Expectations for next year should be get to a bowl game and build off of that success.  Don't put expectations on wins/losses

Just now, Dr. Strangelove said:

I think this is setting expectations that are way to high. We need to collectively pump the breaks on saying Nebraska is going to develop an NFL QB in just two years, something that has never happened in the history of Nebraska Football. 

 

Let's hope he's good enough and Nebraska surrounds him with enough talent to have a 9-3 season at some point. 

With the the pieces we bring back next year on defense that is a possibility just like you said will Nebraska surround him with enough talent to succeed on offense.

6 minutes ago, twofittyonred said:

I'd hope Rhule and co are still looking for that 1yr bridge QB and let DR & DK compete for yr 2...

I think it's going to be the other way which is Raiola will start this year coming up bc Matt Rhule believes in his ability.  Will their be growing pains when it comes to him yes bc he has to adjust to the speed of the college game but I believe that Matt Rhule thinks with the pieces he has that they can overcome that.  DK will redshirt.  You don't bring the number one qb in the nation to sit you bring him in to play.

If you wanted more evidence with Georgia and Raiola here you go https://fansided.com/posts/maalik-murphy-transfer-rumors-georgia

6 hours ago, mwj98 said:

Raiola isn’t coming. He is using this as leverage. When it is announced, this entire board will go up in flames. 

And we will miss out on all the good qb's in the transfer portal and have a qb battle of HH and CP next year and be right back at where we started.

3 hours ago, brophog said:

Predictions for Raiola right now are like picking what time Santa comes after he's eating the cookies.

 

Even the Georgia fans aren't talking about it anymore.

Good.  Its a great day when we can poach their recruits from them.  I know we didn't poach Raiola but it definitely feels like we stole him away from them.