Far from just another name on the roster, Ceyair Wright is carving out a leadership role that’s reshaping the tone of Nebraska’s defensive backfield. In a candid press conference, the former USC cornerback opened up about his transition to Lincoln, the leadership expectations placed on him, and the cultural shift he’s embraced under Matt Rhule.
Wright’s message is clear: accountability isn’t optional, and communication is the backbone of a defense that wants to be elite. With poise and urgency, he’s helping shape a unit that’s looking to take over the Big Ten.
The Nebraska secondary is defined not just by talent but by a deep sense of cohesion and shared joy in their performance. Wright highlights this bond, describing the group as “very tight” and emphasizing that their closeness is one of their greatest strengths. “Just how well we work together as a unit,” he explains, is what sets them apart…