Matthew Brady commits to Michigan State over Nebraska

Linebacker recruit Matthew Brady has committed to Michigan State, turning down Nebraska. The three-star prospect from Bloomington, Illinois, was expected to visit Nebraska on June 12. Michigan State's recruitment of Brady successfully outpaced offers from other Big Ten schools, including Nebraska, Illinois, and Minnesota. This loss affects Nebraska's 2027 recruitment strategy, as the team seeks to fill multiple linebacker positions. Nebraska currently has 11 commitments for their 2027 class, ranking 19th nationally.

• 12:45 PMYahoo Sports — Nebraska loses linebacker target to Big Ten rival