Nebraska faces challenges in developing offensive linemen amid recruiting successes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 5:20 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Nebraska's offensive line struggles continue, as the program's development of recruits remains a concern. Despite signing 34 offensive linemen in the last decade, only three have been drafted into the NFL. Comparisons with programs like Iowa highlight Nebraska's gap in player development. Geep Wade's arrival brings hope for improvement, but fans remain skeptical until results are seen on the field.
- •Nebraska has not produced enough NFL draft picks from its offensive linemen.
- •The team signed 34 offensive linemen while Iowa signed 32, yet Iowa produced eight draft picks.
- •Geep Wade aims to improve offensive line development at Nebraska.
- •Recruiting figures show Nebraska's average rating lags behind top rivals like Michigan and Wisconsin.
- 5:20 PMYahoo Sports — Nebraska Doesn’t Need More Offensive Linemen — It Needs to Develop Them
"For the last ten years, Nebraska fans have had to endure anemic offensive line play, with quarterbacks running for their lives and running backs trying to squeeze through seemingly nonexistent holes. During the glory years of the 1990s, the offensive line was arguably the strength of the Nebraska football program. The Huskers could line up […]
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