Anthony Colandrea just locked in a deal to return to Nebraska for the 2027 college football season, and get this: it is expected to make him one of the highest paid players in the game. That is huge for Coach Matt Rhule and the Cornhuskers, giving them absolute clarity at the most important position on the field.
The Money Move That Changes Everything For Nebraska’s Future
ESPN’s Pete Thamel broke the news, citing Colandrea’s agent, Noah Reisenfeld of 21 Sports & Entertainment. Thamel put it simply: “The signing gives Nebraska clarity at a key position and a centerpiece moving forward.” Think about that. Rhule’s program has needed consistency, and bringing back your starting QB who has already proven he can lead? That is a power move. On3’s Pete Nakos confirmed the “highest paid players” part, and you know what that tells you? Nebraska is all in on Colandrea, and they are not afraid to put their money where their mouth is to keep their guy. After beating out TJ Lateef for the starting gig earlier this season, Colandrea is not just the starter, he is now the face of the program’s immediate future.
Solidifying the QB Spot and Lighting Up the Field
Colandrea has definitely earned that confidence. This season, he has thrown for 1,570 yards, tossing 14 touchdowns against just four interceptions. And let us not forget the legs: 68 carries for 334 yards and four more touchdowns, including a ridiculous 51-yard scramble. The dude is a playmaker. He might not be as flashy as former Huskers star Dylan Raiola, who Rhule faced off against in a tough loss to Oregon on October 17, but Colandrea has brought exactly what this team desperately needed: a rock-solid, consistent presence under center. Remember, this is the same guy who led the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels to a 10-4 record before he even hit the transfer portal to join Rhule’s squad this offseason. This 6-foot, 200-pound senior from St. Petersburg, Florida, is 5-2 overall and 2-2 in the Big Ten this season. That is some serious production.
What’s Next: A Marquee Matchup Under the Lights
Nebraska’s got a massive night game coming up at home against the Washington Huskies on October 31, kicking off at 8 p.m. ET at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. What an opportunity for fans to see their newly signed, big-money QB in action against a talented Big Ten foe. You can bet Memorial Stadium is going to be absolutely rocking. This isn’t just another game, it is a chance to show the whole league what Anthony Colandrea and the Cornhuskers are building.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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