The word is out: transfer quarterback Anthony Colandrea is officially taking the reins for Nebraska. Head coach Matt Rhule announced him as the starter for their season opener on September 5 against Ohio, making it clear this isn’t just a tryout.
Rhule’s Unleashed His Fiery New QB
Coach Rhule didn’t mince words, telling reporters, “Anthony would play for us right now.” That’s the kind of immediate confidence you want to hear from a coach about his new signal-caller. While the rest of the quarterback room apparently did a “nice job,” Colandrea clearly separated himself from the pack. Rhule highlighted Colandrea’s competitive edge, describing him as “very competitive, very fiery.” This isn’t just about raw talent; it’s about a player who “expects to win every play,” bringing that intensity to the field every single snap. He’s not just a gunslinger either, showing discipline to “take what’s there” and executing “nice checks in the run/pass game.” And yeah, he definitely can “throw the ball deep.” Sounds like a complete package if you ask me.
Unstoppable Legs, Untamed Stats
Colandrea’s game isn’t solely about his arm; his athleticism is a huge part of what makes him so dangerous. Rhule praised how the transfer “extends a ton of plays with his legs,” which is a massive relief for any offensive line and backs trying to hold protection. That ability also throws a ton of stress on opposing defenses, forcing them to account for him scrambling every single snap. And listen to these numbers from his last season with UNLV: 3,459 passing yards, 23 passing touchdowns, and a mind-blowing 10 *more* scores on the ground. That’s a grand total of 33 touchdowns, folks! The dude is an absolute playmaker, whether he’s slinging it or tucking it and running.
This is a massive moment for Nebraska. With Colandrea under center, they’ll kick off their 2026 season against Ohio on September 5. All eyes are going to be on him to see if he can translate that UNLV magic to the big stage from day one.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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