The first-ever Battle at the Boneyard 7v7 showcase culminated in a championship win for Team Raw on Friday night at Memorial Stadium, led by stellar performances from Nebraska Husker quarterback commit Trae Taylor and top 2027 tight end target Ahmad Hudson. Their undeniable chemistry on the field fueled speculation about a potential future partnership in Lincoln.
Taylor, a Husker commit, showcased his peer recruiting skills, connecting with Hudson on multiple occasions throughout the tournament. In the championship game against Team TOA, Taylor spearheaded three touchdown drives, completing an impressive 11 of 14 passes.
Two of these crucial touchdown throws were hauled in by Hudson, who dominated the competition all day, including a highlight-reel, toe-tapping catch in the final.
«The 50-50 balls aren’t really 50-50 with Hudson,» remarked Brian Christopherson of Husker247, highlighting Hudson’s exceptional catch radius, as seen in a viral tweet of a semifinal connection between the two.
Taylor’s influence extended beyond the field, as he was seen engaging with fellow recruits, coaches, and fans, even exchanging words with current Husker quarterback Dylan Raiola. His leadership and talent were echoed by other prospects, including Lawrence Britt, the No. 20 overall player in the 2027 class, who received a Husker offer on Friday. «That’s definitely going to be an important factor,» Britt stated regarding quarterback play in college choice. «I know that Trae Taylor is one of them ones that can get me the ball… I can tell Trae Taylor is definitely going to change the program around when he gets there… I would love to be a part of what he has going.»
Taylor’s performance underscored the qualities praised by 247Sports analyst Smoke Dixon, who emphasized the quarterback’s «overall accuracy» and «touch.» Taylor’s ability to place the ball precisely, even on deep throws like a 40-yard strike to Hudson in the championship or a diving touchdown to four-star wide receiver Nick Lennear, was evident.
While Taylor was exceptional, Ahmad Hudson was arguably the star of the day. His consistent dominance made him an unstoppable force, a fact Taylor likely embraces. This on-field connection, demonstrating how they could perform together in a college stadium, elevates peer recruiting beyond social media.
With a promising quarterback room in Lincoln, featuring Dylan Raiola, TJ Lateef, Marcos Davila, and 2026 commit Dayton Raiola, Trae Taylor’s 2027 commitment, potentially coinciding with the elder Raiola’s departure, positions Nebraska advantageously for future recruiting success.