LINCOLN, NE — College football just felt a seismic jolt, and it’s coming straight out of Lincoln. In a decision that has shocked the recruiting world, Malik “Jet” Harrison, the nation’s No. 1 overall high school football recruit, has officially committed to the Nebraska Cornhuskers, bypassing powerhouse programs Georgia and Tennessee.
Let that sink in. The top player in the 2025 class, a generational five-star quarterback with a cannon arm and lightning-fast legs, just chose a program that hasn’t been in the College Football Playoff conversation in years. And suddenly, Nebraska isn’t just back in the headlines — they’re back in the game.
The Decision Heard Around the Nation
The announcement came via a live-streamed press conference at his high school gym in Atlanta, Georgia — a location already plastered with Georgia Bulldogs gear and a sea of orange from Tennessee fans hoping for a hometown hero commitment.
Instead, Harrison pulled out a red Nebraska cap with the iconic white “N”, grinned wide, and said the words no one expected:
> “I’m taking my talents to Lincoln. Go Big Red!”
The crowd gasped. The chat exploded. Twitter (now X) nearly melted. And college football fans from coast to coast are still trying to make sense of it.
Why Nebraska?
In a brief interview afterward, Harrison explained that Nebraska “felt like home.”
> “Everyone was looking at Georgia, Tennessee — they’re great programs. But Nebraska showed me love from day one. Coach Rhule had a vision, not just for me, but for building something bigger than myself. I want to help bring Nebraska back to where it belongs — at the top.”
This isn’t just a win for head coach Matt Rhule — it’s the biggest recruiting coup in decades for the Cornhuskers. Harrison’s commitment instantly puts Nebraska’s 2025 recruiting class into the national spotlight and could open the floodgates for other top recruits.
Who Is “Jet” Harrison?
If you haven’t watched the highlight reels, here’s what you need to know: Malik Harrison is a 6-foot-4, 215-pound dual-threat quarterback with 4.4 speed, a 70-yard deep ball, and poise that belies his age. Nicknamed “Jet” for his unmatched acceleration and big-play ability, Harrison accounted for 58 total touchdowns and over 5,000 all-purpose yards in his senior season.
Some scouts are already calling him the next Lamar Jackson — but with better accuracy out of high school.
What This Means for Nebraska Football
Let’s not mince words: Nebraska just changed its entire trajectory.
After years of rebuilding and mediocrity, this commitment signals that Nebraska is ready to play big-time football again. The fan base, one of the most passionate in the country, finally has a reason to believe. Memorial Stadium might be louder than ever this fall.
Combine Harrison’s arrival with a steadily improving defense and upgraded offensive line, and you’ve got a team that could be knocking on the CFP door sooner than anyone thought possible.
Final Thoughts
Malik “Jet” Harrison didn’t just commit to a team — he committed to a movement. And if he lives up to the hype, his decision might go down as the moment that revived one of college football’s proudest programs.
Big Red Nation, get ready — the Jet has landed