Nebraska is hosting an impressive and talented group of elite recruits this weekend, capitalizing on spring practices to showcase the program under head coach Matt Rhule. This visit period is particularly focused on building momentum in the 2027 class (with some 2028 prospects and current commits). The staff, including new offensive line coach Geep Wade, is emphasizing relationships, facilities, culture, and fit within the Huskers’ vision.
The weekend features a mix of elite linemen, skill-position athletes, defensive standouts, and in-state/in-region talents. Many are making repeat visits, while others are seeing Lincoln for the first time. Several hold Nebraska offers, with trending schools, pending official visits (OVs), and commitments noted where applicable. It’s clear Nebraska is swinging for the fences in 2027.
Here is a comprehensive list of the visitors, based on the latest recruiting intel:
- Albert Simien (2027, IOL, 6-3/275, Lake Charles (La.) Sam Houston) — 5-star. Fourth visit to Nebraska (more than any other school); plans to take an OV. A top national prospect (as high as No. 10 overall and elite at IOL), the Huskers have strong positioning here.
- Brandon Lockley (2027, LB, 6-1/220, Philadelphia (Pa.) St. Joseph’s Prep School) — 4-Star. Second visit to Nebraska; pending OV.
- David Folorunsho (2027, DL, 6-4/280, Chicago (Ill.) St. Patrick) — 4-Star. First visit to Nebraska; trending hard toward Notre Dame.
- Derrell Hines Jr (2028, WR, 6-1/170, Tampa (Fla.) Hillsborough) — 4-Star. First visit to Nebraska; Huskers are the trending school.
- Jailen Hill (2027, CB, 6-3/160, Bellflower (Calif.) St. John Bosco) — 4-Star. Third visit to Nebraska but is trending toward Notre Dame and Indiana.
- Jordan Agbanoma (2027, OG, 6-4/290, Loganville (Ga.) Grayson) — 4-Star. Second visit to Nebraska; pending OV.
- Joshua Evans (2028, OG, 6-2.5/308, Alpharetta (Ga.) Milton) — 0-Star. First visit to Nebraska; Huskers haven’t offered yet, but holds offers from Georgia, South Carolina, Virginia Tech, Wake Forest, and multiple other P4 schools.
- Kaden Howard (2027, WR, 5-10/160, Miami (Fla.) Palmetto) — 3-Star. First visit to Nebraska; several predictions favor Nebraska.
- Kei’Shjuan Telfair (2027, ATH, 6-0/160, Euclid (Ohio)) — 4-Star. First visit to Nebraska (rated as a CB, but Huskers viewing him as WR); trending toward Penn State.
- Keysan Taylor (2027, Edge, 6-4/225, Rockford (Ill.) Guilford) — 3-Star. Second visit to Nebraska; trending among Wisconsin, Iowa, and Michigan State.
- Khalil Taylor (2027, WR, 5-11/180, Pittsburgh (Pa.) Pine-Richland) — 4-Star. Second visit to Nebraska; has four OVs set; trending toward PSU.
- Kobe Rhymes (2027, LB, 6-1/225, Kansas City (Mo.) North Kansas City) — 3-Star. Fourth visit to Nebraska; trending strongly for the Huskers.
- Matt Erickson (2027, OT, 6-7.5/283, Omaha (Neb.) Millard North) — 3-Star. Nebraska commit.
- Mekhi Williams (2027, S, 6-2/167, Ruskin (Fla.) Lennard) — 4-Star. First visit to Nebraska; Florida State commitment.
- Quentin Burrell (2027, WR, 6-2/195, Chicago (Ill.) Mount Carmel) — 4-Star. First visit to Nebraska; former high school teammate of Husker Claude Mpouma.
- Tavares Harrington (2027, CB, 6-3/180, Chicago (Ill.) Mount Carmel) — 4-Star. First visit to Nebraska; former high school teammate of Husker Claude Mpouma.
- Timi Aliu (2027, OT, 6-4/295, Locust Grove (Ga.)) — 4-Star. Third visit to Nebraska; four OVs set; trending toward Georgia.
- Tory Pittman (2027, S, 6-1/185, Omaha (Neb.) Millard North) — 5-Star. Nebraska commit.
- Trae Taylor (2027, QB, 6-3/187, Lincoln (Neb.) Millard South — 4-Star. Nebraska commit.
- Waylon Wooten (2027, DL, 6-1/315, Loganville (Ga.) Grayson) — 3-Star. Second visit to Nebraska.
- Will Slagle (2027, IOL, 6-4/280, Grinnell (Iowa)) — 3-Star. Third visit to Nebraska; first since decommitment from Iowa State. Nebraska might be picking up traction here.
- Zahmar Tookes (2027, DL, 6-4/235, Rochester (N.Y.) Brighton) — 3-Star. First visit to Nebraska; trending toward Penn State.
This group highlights Nebraska’s focus on the trenches, explosive skill players, and defensive backs/linebackers. In-state commits like Erickson and Pittman add local flavor, while out-of-region talents from Florida, Illinois, Georgia, and Pennsylvania show a broadening reach.
Expect this weekend to generate buzz around potential flips, crystal ball predictions, and official visit setups—especially for priority targets like Simien (on his fourth trip) and others with repeat visits or strong trends toward NU. Updates are sure to follow if any news comes out over the weekend, as this could prove a defining stretch for the Huskers’ 2027 class and beyond.