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Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola is one of college football’s highest-profile quarterbacks to enter transfer portal. As he seeks a new home for the 2026 season, the former five-star recruit has a handful of teams showing interest.
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Raiola started his college career at Nebraska and quickly became the face of the Cornhuskers’ offense. Over two seasons in Lincoln, he threw for more than 4,800 yards with 31 touchdowns and 17 interceptions. He got attention for his arm talent and leadership. However, an injury late in the 2025 season ended his campaign prematurely and sparked speculation about his future.
The transfer decision comes amid an evolving situation around the program, including coaching staff changes and the decommitment of Raiola’s younger brother from Nebraska’s 2026 recruiting class. Sources familiar with the situation say Raiola’s next destination could hinge on offensive scheme fit and NFL preparation opportunities.
Raiola’s NIL valuation reportedly decreased after his injury, but he remains one of the portal’s top quarterback names and is expected to draw interest from multiple Power Five programs looking for an experienced signal-caller.
Three school to watch are Oregon, Louisville, and Arizona State, according to On3’s Pete Nakos. Texas Tech is not in the mix like many thought would happen. If Dante Moore declares for the 2026 NFL Draft, expect the Ducks to chase Raiola. Arizona State would be an interesting situation considering Sam Leavitt is now on the move.
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Nebraska coach Matt Rhule, who led Raiola to consecutive seven-win seasons before his injury, acknowledged the changing landscape of the quarterback market but reiterated his commitment to the program’s future quarterbacks.
The transfer portal opens officially Jan. 2, and Raiola’s decision sets the stage for a busy January in college football’s quarterback carousel.
