Nebraska’s big June on the recruiting trail may already be paying off in the 2028 class, and one of the most promising names to come through Lincoln is Nevada offensive lineman Jamaree Turner.
Turner, a Bishop Gorman standout from Las Vegas, was among several players from the powerhouse program who visited Nebraska for Matt Rhule’s Friday Night Lights camp. The trip did more than just put him on the Huskers’ radar. Nebraska came away impressed enough to extend an offer, and Turner left Lincoln with a strong impression of his own.
He made it clear to Rivals analyst Tim Verghese that the coaching staff stood out to him, especially offensive line coach Geep Wade.
"I just love how they coach, they play football very aggressive and very smart," Turner reportedly told the analyst. "They're straight to the point."
That kind of feedback lines up with the buzz Wade has built during Nebraska’s recent recruiting surge. The Huskers landed 11 commitments in June, and Wade, along with defensive back Addison Williams, played a major role in that run. Turner’s reaction suggests the staff’s approach is resonating beyond the current class, too.
The 2028 prospect is no throw-in target. Turner is a four-star recruit in the Rivals Industry Ranking, checking in as the No. 281 player nationally, the No. 15 interior offensive lineman, and the No. 3 player in Nevada. Nebraska is in the mix, but it’s far from alone.
Turner also holds offers from Arizona State, BYU, California, Hawaii, Maryland, Mississippi State, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Oregon State, Sacramento State, SMU, Texas A&M, Texas Tech, and UNLV, among others.
For now, Oklahoma looks like Nebraska’s biggest challenger for his commitment. There’s a long way to go - Turner can’t sign until December of 2027 - but the Huskers made a real move by getting him on campus in June. After that visit, Rhule and his staff appear to be in a strong position early.
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