2025-26 #PortalSZN Thread

[Kaladin]

- Nebraska's quarterback position faces uncertainty after star Dylan Raiola entered the transfer portal in December 2025 and 2026 commit Dayton Raiola decommitted in November 2025, driving the Huskers to host high school prospects like this dual-threat visitor to rebuild depth.
- The unnamed West Coast senior impressed with over 3,300 total offensive yards and 44 touchdowns, including 1,000 rushing yards, highlighting his versatility as a mobile playmaker suited for modern college offenses.
- Posted amid January 2026 official visit weekend, the update from recruiting insider Tim Verghese teases potential interest in under-the-radar talents, with a practice photo illustrating the immersive campus experience for recruits.

Must be this gju

 

[Lionsfan93]

Any update with IWCC's Burburija? Could be an elite DT.

 

[Fargo Husker]

- Tim Verghese, a recruiting writer for Nebraska Rivals, announces that the Huskers are hosting Youngstown State transfer safety Makai Shahid, who recorded 110 tackles across the 2024 and 2025 seasons at the FCS level, highlighting Nebraska's focus on adding experienced defensive backs via the portal.
- The visit aligns with Day 9 of Nebraska's aggressive transfer portal strategy, where the team has secured nine commitments to bolster depth, including another safety from San Diego State, amid efforts to improve secondary performance after a 7-6 season in 2025.
- Shahid's profile as a 6-0, 190-pound starter with 22 career starts and low completion percentage allowed (under 40% on targets) positions him as a potential immediate contributor, supported by data from Pro Football Focus showing his efficiency in coverage despite the level of competition.

I’m assuming TV messed up in that first quote? The Youngstown St kid was a visit we canceled last week. Looks like it’s actually the kid in the second quote.

 

[Kinish]

Shiggs is a great last name. Sign him up

 

[Link-]

 

[vailhusker]

I’m assuming TV messed up in that first quote? The Youngstown St kid was a visit we canceled last week. Looks like it’s actually the kid in the second quote.

The Grok is not that accurate on some of these I've found.

 

[vailhusker]

Not Dylan?

 

[Kinish]

Not Dylan?

More interested in Dayton. Allegedly a 3* QB. Has had plenty of time to visit other schools/get offers and yet..

So was he really worthy of being a p2 QB commit or just lucky to be in the family.

 

[Bulldog10]

Must be this gju

Taking this guy just to take him would be pointless. Has basically no offers, will never play here. Would be way better off filling the class of 26 spot out of the portal next year.

 

[Herbie]

Lateef going to Laleave?

 

[Fargo Husker]

Lateef going to Laleave?

Nah fam

 

[Carm]

Taking this guy just to take him would be pointless. Has basically no offers, will never play here. Would be way better off filling the class of 26 spot out of the portal next year.

They could use a guy like this in practices. If he isn't decent depth, open the spot again next year.

 

[Bulldog10]

They could use a guy like this in practices. If he isn't decent depth, open the spot again next year.

You can’t just force a dude to leave though, if you can I guess I wouldn’t mind. Then just cut him & replace him in the portal. But if he doesn’t leave that just takes up a spot on the 105.

 

[Kaladin]

Taking this guy just to take him would be pointless. Has basically no offers, will never play here. Would be way better off filling the class of 26 spot out of the portal next year.

We carried 6 QBs last year

Right now:
1. UNLV guy
2. Lateef
3. Kaelin
4. Soukup
5. Longval
6. ?

 

[Carm]

You can’t just force a dude to leave though, if you can I guess I wouldn’t mind. Then just cut him & replace him in the portal. But if he doesn’t leave that just takes up a spot on the 105.

No, he doesn't. You just de-roster him. You just can't take his scholarship (if he has one).

There is no limit on football scholarships anymore, just roster spots

 

[Carm]

We carried 6 QBs last year

Right now:
1. UNLV guy
2. Lateef
3. Kaelin
4. Soukup
5. Longval
6. ?

Longval walked on senior day. He has eligibility left, but he graduated. I don't think they expect him to stay.

 

[NSECTA4]

Taking this guy just to take him would be pointless. Has basically no offers, will never play here. Would be way better off filling the class of 26 spot out of the portal next year.

They want him to run the scout team

 

[Herbie]

We carried 6 QBs last year

Right now:
1. UNLV guy
2. Lateef
3. Kaelin
4. Soukup
5. Longval
6. ?

I’d put Kaelin over Lateef just because we need Lateef to redshirt

 

[vailhusker]

 

[Juro]

Wtf. Now our players have to worry about tripping on tire tracks on the field this upcoming season?!?!

Rhule should get fired over this; our players get hurt enough playing in flat football fields as it is!