A Recruiting Coup for the Cornhuskers
Trae Taylor, the Nebraska quarterback commit who dazzled with 3,571 passing yards and 38 touchdowns in 2025, is turning his attention to the next piece of the puzzle: a dynamic tight end who could reshape the Cornhuskers’ offense.
Olafemi 'Joey' Hunter, a 6‑foot‑6, 255‑pound prospect from Grayson High School in Loganville, Georgia, has listed Nebraska among his top five schools, alongside Pitt, North Carolina State, Georgia Tech and Syracuse.
Coaches who have watched Hunter in action describe him as a perfect fit for Nebraska’s scheme, praising his size, route‑running and ability to stretch the seam.
Taylor’s own quarterback coach has publicly endorsed Hunter, saying the tight end’s skill set aligns precisely with the Cornhuskers’ playbook as they prepare for a new era after Jett Thomalla’s departure to Alabama.
What This Means for the Cornhuskers' Future
The commitment arrives as Nebraska’s 2027 recruiting class already includes nine pledges, ranking 15th nationally and sixth in the Big Ten, providing a solid foundation as the program looks to build on its recent momentum.
Hunter’s decision also highlights the growing appeal of the Cornhusker program among top prospects from the Southeast and Midwest, underscoring the impact of Taylor’s recruiting vision.