Trae Taylor throws for 311 yards in Nebraska high school debut

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Trae Taylor throws for 311 yards in Nebraska high school debut
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Trae Taylor led Millard South to a 35-34 victory over Millard North on Friday night in his Nebraska high school debut. Taylor, a quarterback who recently transferred from Carmel Catholic in Illinois, passed for 311 yards, threw two touchdowns, and rushed for 101 yards on 24 carries. The game showcased several Nebraska commits, including wide receiver Antayvious Ellis, who caught three passes for 97 yards and a touchdown. Millard South's win marks a strong start for the team, which was the reigning champion with a 12-1 record last season. Taylor replaces Alabama commit Jett Thomalla as the starting quarterback.

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  • Millard South defeats Millard North 35-34.
  • Trae Taylor throws for 311 yards and two touchdowns.
  • Taylor rushes for 101 yards on 24 attempts.
  • Antayvious Ellis, also a Nebraska commit, records a touchdown.
  • Taylor takes over starting quarterback role from Jett Thomalla.
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Nebraska quarterback commit Trae Taylor and Millard South defeated Millard North 35-34 on Friday night.

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