The Nebraska Cornhuskers football program appears to be in a strong position to land coveted 2027 quarterback recruit Trae Taylor after hosting him for a crucial two-day visit this week. Taylor, a highly-rated prospect ranked No. 109 nationally in the 2027 class according to the On3 Industry rankings, is nearing his commitment date of June 6th, making this visit a pivotal moment in his recruitment.
Taylor’s trip to Lincoln marks his final planned stop before making his decision, at least according to his current timeline.
The visit appears to have been a resounding success, as indicated by Taylor’s post on X (formerly Twitter) where he stated, «It’s been great@HuskerFootball… great few days in Lincoln. Ton to think about … give a follow Nebraska to follow my decision.” This positive feedback suggests that the Nebraska coaching staff put their best foot forward in their efforts to impress the talented quarterback from Illinois.
According to reports, a significant factor in Taylor’s positive experience was a conversation he had with current Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola. Taylor told Rivals that his discussions, particularly with Raiola, «opened my eyes to a few things.» Adam Gorney, the lead recruiting expert for Rivals, echoed this sentiment, quoting the report and stating on X, «Nebraska does look strong here,» in reference to the 6-foot-3, 195-pound prospect.
Taylor has been actively visiting other prominent programs, including Illinois, Notre Dame, Michigan, and LSU.
He also has upcoming visits scheduled with Texas A&M and Auburn before his anticipated commitment announcement. The fact that Nebraska was Taylor’s final stop before these scheduled visits underscores the importance of the Huskers’ efforts.
Adding to the positive buzz surrounding the visit, Keith Williams, Nebraska Football’s Director of Player Personnel, who plays a key role in recruiting, posted a GIF of Dylan Raiola on X shortly after Taylor’s departure. While not a direct confirmation, this move has been interpreted by some as a potential hint towards a positive outcome for the Huskers in Taylor’s recruitment. While the competition remains fierce, Husker fans have reason to be optimistic about where the program stands with Trae Taylor as his decision date approaches.