Nebraska's football program is set to welcome a highly touted prospect this summer.
Noel Washington, a 6‑foot, 185‑pound running back from California, arrives in Lincoln on June 8 for his first official visit, a milestone that could shape the Huskers' 2028 recruiting class.
A Recruit's First Step
Ranked twentieth overall in the 2028 class and twentieth among running backs, Washington carries a suite of offers from UCLA, California, Arizona and Kansas, but it is the connection with running backs coach E.J. Barthel that has drawn particular attention.
In his junior season he logged 132 carries for 782 yards and eleven touchdowns, numbers that have helped him climb the national rankings.
The visit comes as Nebraska works to finalize a talented 2027 class while still searching for its first commitment in the 2028 cycle, a situation that makes each new face on campus especially valuable.
Coach Barthel, who typically brings in just one running back per recruiting class, sees in Washington a rare blend of size, speed and production that could anchor the Huskers' backfield for years to come.
Beyond the on‑field promise, Washington's multi‑day visit is being viewed by analysts as a strong indicator of genuine interest, a signal that the coaching staff hopes will translate into a future pledge.