The Nebraska quarterback room has now dwindled down to TJ Lateef after Dylan Raiola and Marcos Davila announced their intent to enter the transfer portal. There is no doubt that the Cornhuskers will have to hit the transfer portal for more quarterback depth, but they might choose to look for a starter.
Lateef started the final three games for Nebraska, going 1-2, and while he may not have been able to lead the Cornhuskers to victory in each game, he certainly showed he can lead this team. The news of Raiola intending to enter the transfer portal was not as surprising as it could have been, as the signs were there. It feels like the job should be Lateef’s going forward, but that is not guaranteed.
Head coach Matt Rhule could choose to find his next starting quarterback in the transfer portal and create a competition with Lateef. If that is the case, the California native is ready for the challenge…