From the jump, Nebraska commit Rex Waterman’s tape pops with a blend of athletic twitch and unteachable tenacity. The three-star prospect isn’t just a big frame with potential — he’s a tone-setter in progress, showing flashes of foot quickness, hand violence, and finish ability that elevate him beyond the other prospects.
Whether lined up at tackle or projecting inside, Waterman plays with physical intent that matches his measurable upside. In a trench-heavy system that values versatility and developmental grit, his skill set feels tailor-made for what Matt Rhule’s staff is building in Lincoln. The 6-foot-5, 295-pound Chandler, Arizona, native has the ideal frame for an interior offensive lineman in the Big Ten Conference, logging a wingspan of 79″.
Based on 247Sports rankings, Waterman checks in as the No. 116 interior offensive lineman in the 2026 class. He holds the No. 21 spot overall among Arizona prospects — solid regional standing with room to rise…