Who Says the #Huskers Don’t Recruit Nebraska? Jase Reynolds Is N!
Under the golden lights of Elkhorn High School’s football field, Jase Reynolds made his mark — and now, he’s ready to make it again in Lincoln. A hard-nosed, 3-star running back with blistering speed and a relentless work ethic, Reynolds announced his commitment to the Nebraska Cornhuskers this week, sending a clear message across the state: the Huskers are keeping their homegrown talent home.
Reynolds, listed at 5’11” and 195 pounds, has been a powerhouse in Class A football. With over 1,800 rushing yards and 25 touchdowns in his junior season, he tore through defensive lines like a seasoned Big Ten back. His highlight reels — filled with stiff-arms, broken tackles, and 60-yard sprints — went viral in local football circles, catching not only the eyes of fans but also of Coach Matt Rhule and his staff.
For years, critics grumbled that Nebraska was overlooking its own backyard in favor of far-off states like Texas or Florida. But with Reynolds’ commitment, that narrative is shifting. “I grew up watching the Huskers every Saturday,” Reynolds said at his announcement ceremony, decked out in scarlet and cream. “To play for the school I’ve always dreamed of? It means everything. And to do it as a Nebraskan? Even more.”
Elkhorn head coach Mike Hannigan praised Reynolds not just for his athleticism but for his leadership. “He’s the first in and the last out,” Hannigan said. “Jase plays with a chip on his shoulder — like he’s got something to prove every down. Nebraska’s getting a warrior.”
The Huskers’ 2025 class, already showing promise, adds a major piece in Reynolds. While he’s a 3-star on paper, his play speaks of 4-star grit. Recruiting insiders note that Reynolds turned down offers from Kansas State, Iowa, and Minnesota, all of whom aggressively pursued him in the last year. But Nebraska was home. And that mattered.
For the Huskers, it’s a symbolic win. In an era when NIL deals and flashier pipelines often steal the spotlight, Reynolds’ commitment is a throwback — a reminder that heart, tradition, and pride still count. “This state builds ballplayers,” Coach Rhule said in a statement. “Jase represents everything we want — toughness, character, and Nebraska blood.”
In Elkhorn, the reaction was electric. Signs popped up around town — “One of Us. One of N.” — and Reynolds’ jersey sold out at local sporting goods stores. Kids pointed at him in restaurants. He’s not just a recruit. He’s a symbol — of belief, of legacy, of the resurgence of Nebraska high school football.
So who says the Huskers don’t recruit Nebraska?
They just did. And his name is Jase Reynolds.
