Nebraska football’s 2026 recruiting class received a major boost when three-star linebacker Jase Reynolds committed to the Cornhuskers. Reynolds’ junior film showcases a player with instincts, range, and a relentless motor that aligns perfectly with the Huskers’ defensive identity. On May 15, 2025, the Omaha, Nebraska, native elected to play for Head Coach Matt Rhule for the 2026 season.

According to 247Sports, Reynolds is a three-star prospect who ranks No. 96 among linebackers in his recruiting class and is the No. 11 prospect in Nebraska. The 6-foot-2, 206-pound defensive standout received six FBS offers and went on one official visit to Nebraska (June 20). The Elkhorn North High School prospect brings a gritty, instinctive style of play that stands out on film and aligns seamlessly with the Huskers’ evolving defensive identity.

In this film breakdown, we dive into what makes Reynolds a special prospect for NU. From his sideline-to-sideline pursuit to his tone-setting physicality, Rhule and his staff received a local gem in Reynolds. Let’s break down why Nebraska fans should be paying close attention to their newest run stopper.

Instincts and Play Recognition

On film, Reynolds displays sharp instincts, quickly diagnosing plays and triggering with decisive intent to force turnovers. He can sniff out screens while reading the quarterback’s eyes in pass coverage. Reynolds rarely takes a false step and can anticipate and attack downhill.

Reynolds’ lateral quickness stands out the most on film. He consistently beats running backs to the edge and shows the speed to chase down plays from the backside. Also, he is a sideline-to-sideline player who offers clean pursuit angles.

Tackling Technique, Coverage Ability, and Physicality

Nebraska’s new run stopper brings a physical edge to every snap. He has an excellent tackling technique, wrapping up with authority and driving through contact. Reynolds’ pad level is consistent on every play, and he doesn’t shy away from taking on lead blockers in the hole. His physicality, paired with solid fundamentals, makes him a defensive enforcer.

Most of Reynolds’ highlights showcase his work against the run, but there are flashes of his ability to cover in passing situations. He’s comfortable dropping into shallow zones and shows the ability to turn and run with tight ends or running backs. With continued development, he could become a true three-down linebacker if he continues to work on his pass coverage.

Reynolds is the first in-state commitment for Nebraska’s 2026 class, sending a strong message
about the Huskers’ ability to keep top local talent home. Reynolds checks every box as a culture fit—tough, intelligent, and poised to become a cornerstone in Rob Dvoracek’s linebacker group.

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On the afternoon of Nov. 3, 1962, 36,501 fans poured into Memorial Stadium. It was a sellout crowd.

Since that game, every Nebraska home football game has been a sellout. That’s a total of 403 home games, a source of great pride for Huskers fans.

That remarkable streak made an ESPN list published Wednesday, under the headline: “College football’s 10 most unbreakable records”. Nebraska’s streak did not make ESPN’s top 10, but was one of 12 “honorable mentions,” named by ESPN.

Nebraska lost that game, 16-7, to Missouri. It was the Cornhuskers’ first loss in coach Bob Devaney’s first season. The Huskers finished 9-2 in 1962. Who could have ever known this game would be the beginning of such an incredible streak.

Noel Martin scored the Nebraska touchdown on an 88-yard pass interception return. The game was broadcast on CBS.

Huskermax.com has an image of a ticket from the game. Price of admission for that reserved seat: $4.

Here’s what ESPN writer Chris Low wrote about the streak: “The Huskers have suffered through some lean times over the past decade, and while packed stadiums and sellouts aren’t necessarily the same thing, every ticket available to the public has been sold for 60-plus years.

“Admittedly, Nebraska has been forced to get creative to keep the streak alive, with corporations and donors buying up unused tickets at discount prices. But still … 403 straight sellouts!”

The second-longest streak is Oklahoma with 129 games, followed by Georgia with 52.

Nebraska’s home record during the streak is 326-77. In 2020, no tickets were sold for home games against Penn State, Illinois and Minnesota because of the Covid-19 pandemic. The current capacity of Memorial Stadium is 85,458.

The United States was cautiously emerging from the Cuban Missile Crisis. The week before the game, the Soviets agreed to remove nuclear missiles from Cuba.

The No. 1 movie in the United States was “The Manchurian Candidate”, starring Frank Sinatra, Laurence Harvey and Janet Leigh.

Some of the top-rated TV shows included: “Wagon Train,” “Bonanza,” “Gunsmoke,” and “Hazel”.

The No. 1 song was “Monster Mash” by Bobby (Boris) Pickett & Crypt Kickers.

In the NBA, Wilt Chamberlain scored 72 points as his San Francisco Warriors lost to the Los Angeles Lakers, 127-115.

* Oklahoma’s 47-game winning streak: The Sooners’ streak went from 1953 to 1957 and included two national championships.

* Barry Sanders’ magic: The dynamic Oklahoma State running back gained 2,628 rushing yards in 11 games in 1988.

* Florida State’s top-5 finishes: Coach Bobby Bowden’s Seminoles finished in the top 5 of every final Associated Press poll from 1987 to 2000. That’s 14 consecutive top-5 finishes, and included national titles in 1993 and 1999.

* Oklahoma’s wishbone offense: In 1971, the Sooners averaged 472.4 rushing yards per game. OU’s offensive coordinator was Barry Switzer.

* Interceptions, galore: Florida quarterback John Reaves threw nine interceptions on 66 passing attempts on 1969 against Auburn.

* Derrick Thomas’ sacks: The Alabama linebacker had a record 27 sacks in 1988.

* Antonio Perkins scores and scores: The Oklahoma punt returner had three touchdowns against UCLA in 2003. His punt-return TDs went 84, 74 and 65 yards, in OU’s 59-24 victory. His 277 yards were an NCAA record.

* Marcus Allen on the run: The USC star rushed for more than 200 yards in eight of 11 games in 1981. He won the Heisman Trophy that year.

* Patrick Mahomes: The Texas Tech quarterback set an FBS record of 819 yards of total offense in a 66-59 loss to Baker Mayfield and Oklahoma in 2016. Mahomes completed 52-of-88 passes for 734 yards and five touchdowns. He also gained 85 yards and scored two touchdowns on the ground.

* Nick Saban: His Alabama teams won 100 consecutive games against unranked opponents, the longest streak in the AP poll era. Saban finished with a 123-4 record against unranked opponents.

* Florida has scored in 461 consecutive games, a current streak. The Gators haven’t been shut out since Oct. 29, 1988.

* Houston quarterback Andre Ware, in the first half, passed for 517 yards and six touchdowns against SMU in 1989. Houston won, 95-21.

* Michigan running back Mike Hart didn’t lose a fumble from 2004-08, a total of 1,005 carries.

* Alabama won 27 consecutive games against SEC opponents from 1976-80.

* East Carolina quarterback Dominique Davis completed 36 consecutive passes over two games in 2011. The first 10 were against Memphis and the next 26 were against Navy.

* Georgia committed 13 turnovers, an NCAA record, against rival Georgia Tech in 1951.

* North Dakota State allowed just three punt returns in 14 games in 2016.

* In 1993, Vanderbilt did not have a touchdown pass. The Commodores are the last team do not have a TD pass in an entire season.

* In 2018 and 2019, Wake Forest kicker Nick Sciba made 34 consecutive field goals.

* In 2016, San Diego State’s Donnel Pumphrey gained 6,405 rushing yards in 54 games. That broke Ron Dayne’s record of 6,397 yards in 43 games at Wisconsin.

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GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) – Six sailors of USS Nebraska submarine traveled to central Nebraska on Wednesday.

The USS Nebraska SSNB 739 is the 14th submarine of the Ohio class of ballistic missile submarines and the second U.S. Navy ship to bear the name.

The sailors are guest from the Nebraska Admirals Association in Grand Island.

Hollie Klimek, member of Nebraska Admirals Association, said it was great to connect with the sailors.

“Be able to show them things that are native to Nebraska,” Klimek said. “Whether they had been here, being able to see what our state is about.“

The sailors began their day in Grand Island with a tour at Hornady Manufacturing and a tour with Raising Nebraska.

Mandy Sullivan, director of partnerships at Raising Nebraska, said they want the sailors to walk away knowing more about Nebraska.

“And what we do here, we literally feed the world,” Sullivan said. “We also talk about our natural resources as well, so they get to learn a lot about Nebraska.“

The sailors were later served lunch at the United Veterans Club in Grand Island.

“It’s been phenomenal coming from the west coast, Washington specifically,” said Lieutenant Junior Grade Supply Officer Caitlin Bollhorst.

The support they received on day one has been outstanding, Lt. Bollhorst expressed.

“It’s really wonderful to meet the locals of Nebraska,” she said. “Trying a Runza for the first time, it was really interesting. I am a big foodie and I love trying new things, so it was very great.“

Senior Petty Chief Officer AJ Whitten added he has enjoyed the interactions from the community.

“They fed us lunch, Nebraskans are awesome people,” Whitten said. “It’s cool to be here and meet everyone around here – just see some much support we’ve got from the local community.“

The sailors also visited the VA Medical Center in Grand Island.

They will head to Kearney and North Platte before heading back to Omaha – then back to their boat near Seattle, Washington.

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