TJ Lateef competes for Nebraska starting quarterback position
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 10:15 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Nebraska sophomore quarterback TJ Lateef recently stated his ongoing competition for the starting job as the team prepares for the 2026 season. Lateef has previously played seven games, throwing for 904 yards and five touchdowns last season. He faces competition from Anthony Colandrea, a transfer from UNLV, and Daniel Kaelin, who returns from Virginia. Lateef emphasized his commitment to competing every day, regardless of the situation. Nebraska's season opener is scheduled for September 5 against Ohio at Memorial Stadium.
- •TJ Lateef is vying for Nebraska's starting quarterback spot.
- •He played seven games in his freshman year, with 904 yards and five touchdowns.
- •Anthony Colandrea transferred to Nebraska from UNLV, complicating the competition.
- •Daniel Kaelin returns to Nebraska after a season at Virginia.
- •Nebraska opens the season on September 5 against Ohio.
- 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Nebraska sophomore TJ Lateef in the running for starting quarterback
"Sophomore quarterback TJ Lateef met with the media earlier this week and made it clear that he's still competing for the starting job.
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