Title: “Huskers Reloading: Nebraska’s 2026 Class Gains Momentum with Ninth Commitment and Key WR Flip”
LINCOLN, NE — June 30, 2025 — The Big Red machine continues to gain steam on the recruiting trail, as Nebraska football officially secured its ninth commitment for the 2026 class this morning — and it’s a big one. The Cornhuskers landed a four-star wide receiver flip from a Big Ten rival, a move that signals both momentum and a strategic edge in Matt Rhule’s growing vision for the future.
WR Caleb Riggins, a 6-foot-2 burner out of St. Louis, had previously been committed to Illinois but stunned many by announcing his decision to switch to Nebraska after a surprise weekend visit. Riggins is ranked as the No. 28 wide receiver nationally and the No. 4 overall prospect in Missouri, according to composite rankings.
> “Nebraska just felt right,” Riggins said. “Coach Rhule and Coach McGuire showed me how I’d be used in their offense — it’s electric, fast-paced, and wide open. I want to be part of something that’s building the right way.”
A Class on the Rise
The 2026 class, still in its early stages, is quietly becoming one of the most balanced and aggressive recruiting efforts Nebraska has seen in years. Among the nine commitments are:
QB Jackson Wolfe (4-star) – Dual-threat from Colorado, known for his quick release and leadership.
OL Grant Mullins (3-star) – A 6’6” mauler from Iowa with elite strength and a chip on his shoulder.
RB Jayden “Jet” Holloway (4-star) – Texas speedster with breakaway potential and SEC offers.
DE Isaiah Bolden (4-star) – Explosive edge rusher who turned down Miami and Tennessee.
Riggins’ addition fills a major gap on the offensive side of the ball, giving the class its first pure deep-threat receiver. But more importantly, it gives the staff a signature win in flipping a Big Ten recruit — a symbolic and strategic victory.
Staff Still Has Work to Do
Despite the early success, Nebraska coaches aren’t slowing down. Sources within the program indicate that linebacker depth, defensive back versatility, and tight end athleticism remain top priorities.
Insiders expect Nebraska to host several high-profile targets in July, including five-star linebacker Tyrese McKnight from Georgia and hybrid safety Cameron Shields out of Arizona. Both players have the Huskers in their top five, and recent momentum may help swing the tide.
> “We’re building something that’s not just about one season,” Coach Rhule said in a statement. “This class — and the next — will lay the foundation for everything we’re going to be.”
What This Means
The Huskers’ recruiting class currently ranks No. 12 nationally and No. 4 in the Big Ten, and Riggins’ commitment could vault them into the top 10 by early fall. With NIL infrastructure improving, strong facility upgrades, and a coach with NFL experience and college charisma, Nebraska is making a statement.
In the era of aggressive realignment and super-conference chaos, Nebraska’s 2026 class is starting to look like a stabilizing force — a core that could return the Huskers to the upper echelon of the college football landscape.
As the Big Ten expands and rivalries heat up, the message from Lincoln is clear: Nebraska is no longer rebuilding — it’s reloading.
