โ In a move sending shockwaves through the college football world, 5-star quarterback Will Howard (6โ4โ, 236 lbs) has officially decommitted from Ohio State and announced his commitment to the Nebraska Cornhuskers, choosing the Big Red over powerhouse programs Georgia and Missouri.
Howard, widely considered one of the top quarterback prospects in the 2025 class, made his decision public via a live announcement streamed on social media, donning a red Nebraska cap before stating, โIโm headed to Lincoln. Letโs build something special.โ
Originally committed to Ohio State in early May, Howard had been a crown jewel in the Buckeyesโ class, praised for his elite arm strength, poise in the pocket, and dual-threat capabilities. His unexpected flip has left fans and analysts stunned, as few had Nebraska pegged as a serious contender just weeks ago.
Why Nebraska?
Sources close to Howard say his connection with Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule and offensive coordinator Marcus Satterfield played a pivotal role. โThey made me feel like more than a player โ they made me feel like family,โ Howard said. โCoach Rhuleโs vision for where Nebraska is headed really clicked with me. I want to be part of the comeback story.โ
The Cornhuskers have been aggressively rebuilding their program, and Howardโs commitment marks a major recruiting victory. โLanding a quarterback of Willโs caliber is a game-changer,โ said recruiting analyst Greg Tisdale. โThis sends a message to the college football world: Nebraska is back in the hunt for elite talent.โ
Fallout in Columbus and Beyond
Howardโs departure is a major blow to Ohio State, who now must recalibrate their quarterback recruiting strategy. The Buckeyes had invested heavily in Howardโs development as their QB of the future.
Meanwhile, both Georgia and Missouri were considered strong contenders until the final days. Georgia, the reigning SEC powerhouse, reportedly made a late push, but Howardโs ties to the Midwest and desire to lead a legacy turnaround proved too strong to overcome.
Whatโs Next?
With Howard now set to wear the scarlet and cream, Cornhuskers fans have reason to be excited. He becomes the highest-rated quarterback to commit to Nebraska in over a decade and is expected to compete for the starting job as early as his freshman season.
Welcome to Lincoln, Will Howard. The future starts now. ๐ฝ๐
