Is DYLAN RAIOLA The Immediate Answer For MATT RHULE & NEBRASKA In Year 2?!

The QB show is finally here! Adam's been talking about this show for about a month now. A lot of time, research & debate went into this show. Adam breaks down his excitement & concerns with Dylan Raiola, Heinrich Haarberg & Daniel Kaelin. It's a very talented QB room, that doesn't have a lot of experience. What exactly is Dylan Raiola's ceiling for this season, also, what is his floor? New Co-Offensive Coordinator & QB's coach, Glenn Thomas, will have a big impact this season! Lastly, should Matt Rhule bring in a Transfer Portal QB for the Huskers yet this off-season? Let's light this candle!

[@carrikerchronicles90]

We just need a QB to take care of the ball, make smart decisions & run the offense next season. Is true freshman, Dylan Raiola, that guy? CarrikerChronicles.com

[@garrybusboom9074]

I'm with you, the job needs to be earned. There needs to be respect for the other QBs. I believe that HH deserves the first snap, at least when practice starts ... from then on, the competition is on. I believe it's too risky to put all your eggs in one basket and I don't believe it's healthy for any one of them in the beginning!

[@sunofpeter2]

He could be the guy . I do believe this staff will give fair evaluations to all the qbs. I think the o-line play needs to improve in order for any win to make any impact

[@kenmartin2397]

However, we are talking about the Head Coach that went all in on Jeff Sims, and the answer to the QB question last year. I for one am skeptical that Matt Rhule can be trusted to make a decent decision on the QB, as Jeff Sims failed to perform. However, with the new QB coach, I hope to see some development in the QB room. I would not put the freshman under center. Didn't Adrian Martinez start out as a true freshman? In answer to your last question, I believe THE NEW PURDUE OF THE BIG TEN(TNP, and AKA, the HUSKERS), should find a good one year QB, that has some experience. Since Matt Rhule pissed away some fine candidates in favor of DR, at the beginning of the transfer portal period, TNP is stuck with three QBs. Haarberg has the most upside, I would slot DR into third position. I just have a feeling that DR, even though he is a top star out of High School. He hasn't faced a college level team defense. Unless his Uncle can make sure his nephew will not get injured, by his weak offensive line, I would not start him. However, I suspect another lackluster season for TNP. Then again, after last season I gave up on cheering for TNP. If you must call me a "fair weather fan", do so. I graduated from UNL in 1989. I wasn't a fan of the team then, but I enjoyed watching the games. After serving in the Navy, I took an interest in the team, and became a fan. I lived through the Frank Solich/Jamal Lord era. I lived through the Bill Calahan era. I lived through the Bo Pelini era, and besides his inability as a head coach to keep the score between WISCONSIN and OHIO STATE, within a few scores every year, I was happy with a 9-3 record. Yet, he couldn't break out of that. I would have loved to see, a 10-2, or a 11-1 record. Yet, Bo, kept hiring his friends and admitted to the fact that he couldn't fix the problem of his players not executing. Rewatch Bo's postgame press conferences. Then came Mike Riley. The only season he did well in was the middle season, where the punter was killed in a car accident prior to the season starting and the team dedicated that season to him. They went 9-3 that year, but lost steam in the late season. Then they just didn't care the following season. Seemed all they wanted to do was play touch football. Then they hired Frosty. We all thought that Frosty would be TO 2.0. Return the team to something to cheer about. What did we get? Four years of pathetic play from the football team. I am still hoping that TNP will once again turn into the HUSKERS, but the team has a legacy of losing. I just do not see that changing anytime soon.

[@emusdad]

Rhule had to add a qb in the portal and had little time to do it. Half his qbs were hurt and out for spring and there wasn’t a long list of qbs available. Using that to detract from him is stupid

[@charlesgray8180]

I look at the entire recruiting class as being the 2nd round of the rebuild. It gives us 2 excellent QB's to learn and compete for the starting job and excellent backup. New QB coach will help all our QB's improve.

[@oldironsides4107]

We had a great class this year. Which never matters as kids transfer from all schools every year

[@DRmissionary]

I put more blame on coaching for HH's problems last year than I do on him. Every quarterback suffered from identical problems last year, and there were no corrections. Let's see how HH does with a coach, and if DR is better, then take over as a starter. DR needs time, HH has experience. People need to relax with DR; too much hype will do more harm than good. If DK is as good as he tested at the Elite 11, this could be interesting to watch, maybe DK wins the job...

[@chriskoch9561]

HH needs a new position. Linebacker or tight end. He's not a quarterback. Good athlete tho

[@CarnageUndone]

@@chriskoch9561wrong

[@CarnageUndone]

I hundred percent agree with you the coaching was a big issue of why we also lost a couple games like Maryland like Wisconsin.

[@johnwells920]

Coaching from years past

[@johnwells920]

​@CarnageUndone parents cousins?

[@joelchoquette5674]

Yes Adam, please have a video of you and Connor discussing the QB situation and anything else Husker football. Between you two I've learned so much.

[@judysmall8238]

We have overlooked Daniel I think. This kid bleeds Husker Red and he's a hard working, talented kid. These three kids will push each other to a higher level. I think they like the challenge.

[@emusdad]

Who cares if he bleeds husker red? That means nothing. Kaelin is nowhere near raiola in terms of ability or talent.

[@russellneal5264]

​@@emusdadDK doesn't have as strong an arm as DR, but he can still sling it around 60 yards through the air. I'd say he's more mobile than DR and he's a quick thinker.

[@emusdad]

Dylan raiola is plenty mobile. He can run, and make plays when he has to. Also, bring 230 pounds and muscular, can take a bit. Raiola has thrived at every school he’s ever been at, he even did amazing for Buford. Do you know how much competition he saw in that conference? Meanwhile, kaelin struggled this year

[@emusdad]

Also, the elite 11 also does an intelligence test, Dylan raiola had the second highest score of any player, ever. Raiola surpasses kaelin in every single metric of qb play. And kaelin is very good, he’s gonna start one day. Just not anytime soon

[@stuartpederson8317]

Adam I know you know this but he is still an untested young man. Talk now is wild speculation. Give him affirmation and let him show up first. I am excited about possibilities. Go Big Red

[@MrBlpete]

One thing i took note of was today at the pro day where Dylan and Daniel were both there throwing to the receivers and Heinrich was not. Im not sure of the reason but that stood out to me.

[@UpTown584]

Hey--I just found you today on Microsoft Net News of all places! And.......I'm on board!

[@AK545Huskers]

HH made bad throws last year. He also made very tough throws and had a lot of drops from his receivers. If he gets some quality coaching, I think he could potentially start with his experience.

[@CivilizedSavage]

No. He didn't have one accurate downfield pass over the course of an entire season. He hit a couple of those passes because the defense wasn't there, but he can't fit any throws into tight windows. We've seen enough. He's not a starter at any other power 5 school, and if we're anywhere near serious, he won't play QB for us again.

[@jesusrivera743]

All I know is HH has to be ready when his number is called . Hopefully his throwing has improved as well as his game management with his added experience

[@judysmall8238]

I think he will be a good QB. Hrs talented, motivated and loves the Huskers. Thus kid is going to do everything in his power to grow and excel. He's got growing to do but he's coming in as one of the most skilled player at QB if not the best. Natty? No! Bowl game? Definitely! We're gonna have a defense to back him up. Good things for th RED this season and ahead. GBR TTB❤❤

[@judysmall8238]

I'm all for a video Carriker/Hayden. My favorite guys to listen to on Husker ball.❤

[@lyleharmon2342]

Adam, a lot of what you had to say sounds spot on. I'd like to hear more.

[@judysmall8238]

Great interview Again Adam!! ❤❤❤

[@NebraskaSC]

I SMASHED the ✅ when the ad plays b4 the vid... Luv the content! #GBR

[@jesusrivera743]

Tommie Frazier was special and a winner . The only recruit Lou Holtz ever regretted not getting at Notre Dame.

[@joshtanner5078]

I agree with getting another quarterback as the room of just three QB's scares me - no depth and if someone gets hurt, we have no one

[@emusdad]

If somebody gets hurt, we have their backup, and then there backup

[@wancash]

As always you make good points, ask good questions, and make me think... I have no problem with who starts and feel confident that this group of coaches will choose well. The results should be fun & interesting regardless. I'm stoked about all 3 QB's potential. -- Dylan starting over Heinrich? Not a problem for me, but I'm a huge fan of HH! He's a heart & soul competitor who leaves nothing on the table. -- Daniel may surprise us all & it may come down to which QB gets enough time to actually make it through his passing progressions, a calm under fire thing, or one that can hit an open hole for a # of yards. -- If HH can get his mechanics worked out & gets the time to pass...he runs great. -- Adding another QB from the portal seems like a necessity. Injuries have been a plague for Nebraska far too often. May the force be with these young men.

[@user-oc2bq5vg8z]

This is a new era! His NIL as a freshman is one highest in country...

[@jesusrivera743]

Dylan has to be . He can make all the throws and is smart all we have to do is protect him give him time in the pocket and we’ll be on our way. A good running game will help him. GBR

[@marcusa.ragnos1041]

IMO There’s almost no way we go looking for a transfer QB. 1) The way Raiola came seemed like he was looking for a cold QB room with great odds of starting. That was no doubt implied in the talks that brought him here. 2) Matt Rhule is not a transfer portal-first guy anyway when he can help it. 3) We’ve probably already $pent plenty on the QB room. It would take a VERY unique situation to present itself to Rhule for that to happen. He’s not going to chase it.

[@stevethompson6521]

Won’t matter who takes the snaps if the OL doesn’t improve dramatically.

[@emusdad]

There’s one stupid comment like this in every thread about the offense

[@broncosbeat8539]

Daniel and Dylan can sharpen eachother given their play styles, however Dylan has traits that cant be taught. Both can become much better though. Best case scenario is Dylan lives up to it, Daniel can get a decent NIL deal secured to start somewhere in the next few years and Haarberg has enough on tape to catch on with an NFL contract whether drafted or free agent

[@bernicad]

Yes, he is that guy whether it was coaches or players, we just needed an improvement over last season, and his floor is high, but he’s also gonna have the ability to make some outstanding place that only handful players in the country can make. Those will just be more frequent as he gains experience.

[@josephhuff8509]

Mitch McCann, Jordan Nelson, and Carson Collins all signed with Nebraska from Burke’s 2012 class as well. Not all were scholarship though if that’s the difference.

[@Trusted_Advisor]

I would not at all be surprised to see Kaelin emerge. Why? He does not have the pressure that Raiola has. He's got receivers that came with him. He's the underdog. He can let loose. We'll see. Love the talent, passion and excitement. Let's GOOOOOOO!

[@donkoski8876]

I think a senior QB would with experience, but not a high priority. I think we are good what we have since we have a QB coach. OLINE is getting better. I think it would be great show with both Conner and Adam.

[@MrSpreewizzy]

I agree with you home team. Not drinking no nebraskaid this year. Callahan, Mike riley, frost, and Sims messed it up for all that. We see who's healthy week 0 or week 1. We look great. Can we stay healthy and our coordinator on offense take a leap this year? He looked bad last year in big moments on big plays. Asked his 3rd string qb to do what his 1st string failed at time after time.

[@oldironsides4107]

Expect 7-9 national titles for Nebraska in the next 10 years.

[@adriankelly6487]

Yes, yes, yes, and yes

[@michaelgrzywa]

With Nebraska hiring a designated QB coach, let’s not put the wagon ahead of the horse. Let’s see what Coach Thomas can do with Haarberg. Might be a big surprise! Although I believe that Raiola is our future, let’s not forget Kaelin too. We have spring practice and summer camp too. GBR.

[@MichelleGBR]

Love Conner!

[@taitrief]

Rising ceiling of possibilities

[@chadswanson2295]

Thoughts in the rumors that our AD is going to move to. A&M?

[@fremkiewicz]

Ignoring the process is to invite failure. Harberg earned it and to ignore the process not only hurts the here and now but with the portal today it seems to me that the portal becomes the easy out for those who feel slighted.

[@bruceeigsti5274]

know its crazy but i think Haarberg may start the year

[@emusdad]

Crazy and stupid

[@aroncampos5720]

I like him as a runner

[@dwaynegentry7021]

I could not agree with you more on the qb situation you have to earn that spot i do believe Dylan raiola will win the job but earn it not given but I truly believe Adrian Martinez would have been a much better quarterback with better coaching and if we hadn't got hurt against Colorado and his first start I would have won that game who knows how things will turn down for that year

[@SGTUSMCVET269]

Dillon is the best throwing QB1 on the team. Dillon is a hard worker and Dom’s son. He is a legacy player who has been groomed for this from a young age. HH is a solid second QB1 and can run people over when he is healthy. DK is the second best passer but can he read a defense like either of those other two guys? We’ll see. If Dillon has growing pains and HH takes over, so be it. Just put in the effort and good things will happen. Dillon will find Dom’s boot in his hind parts if Uncle Donny reports he’s been a slacker. I think Dillon will earn his job and do well with the talent around him. Win 7-0 and play Ohio State tough. That’s my prediction/hope/dream for 2024! We’ll see…

[@marcusa.ragnos1041]

Ooo Conner & Carriker beef? 👀👀 Love me some corned beef 🌽🐄🥩

[@Corn_Stache]

Yes, yes, yes, no. Let’s just roll with the three we got, it’s not like we’re natty or bust. If DR gets hurt let DK get the experience. If he gets hurt to let’s see what HH has done. I think some random senior coming in and taking reps away from a young room is more of a bad thing in the long run than the experience is good in the moment.

[@billmott4176]

Adam I am a huge fan. I want to point out when you where talking about Danny K you mentions how well he did at the elite 11. I noticed that you failed to mention that Daniel won the accuracy contest beat out Dylan as well is all others. Accuracy is a big deal in my opinion. I totally agree everything needs to be earned!!!!!

[@carrikerchronicles90]

That’s kind of one of the things I was hinting at. But you make a great point 👍 Let’s not overlook Kaelin!

[@billmott4176]

I know that you where trying to point that out just thought you missed out on the fact that he won that part of the competition. Thank you for your great show I love it and always look forward to watching more.

[@SGTUSMCVET269]

Nobody can throw that ball as far as Dillon. That’s a fact. Also, he can throw with his left arm as well. For a true freshman, that’s pretty darn impressive. Those are pro level skills on a kid who should be at the Senior Prom. Daniel is no slouch either. I still like a legacy kid over the guy who played in Nebraska wanting to be a Husker his whole life. Daniel had it as a choice and played in hs league teams with other kids who are top contenders for Division 1 recruitment, and shined. Just sayin… it’s another level. I love all 3 of these guys. It’s way better than just having Adrian running for his life every play. That’s why his freshman year was his best season at Nebraska, because after that O-line graduate Adrian was not protected well enough to be successful. If your uncle is the line coach, you can bet your boots Dillon will be protected or those boys will be throwing up daily running stadiums steps!

[@SGTUSMCVET269]

I meant Dillon had it as a choice…

[@bigboxes]

DR is starter from Day 1. Snap 1. Love ya, Adam. But there's no way that Dylan ain't starting right away.

[@deanmcpherson9880]

I think an actual competition is best. HH needs to be used like some of our previous impact players. Find ways to use him. I would love to see Daniel & Dylan used like Tommy & Brook. That worked well, and kept us winning consistently.

[@joannleichliter4308]

Interesting idea.

[@stephencostello3174]

DR has all the tools to succeed. Has played at the top level of High school FB. Gets rhythm and will be hard to stop. HH should also improve. DK needs to be ready. We went through 3 last year. The RB room will help. The OL made a big jump last year. Time to go!!! GBR ☠️☠️☠️☠️

[@dashcamcalifornia5003]

If Heinrich somehow beats out Dylan for the starting position I'm going to highly question whether or not Dylan is planning to stay or if he is even that good

[@michaelt312]

When's the last time Nebraska had two solid QBs from Nebraska in the same room?

[@jesusrivera743]

Frazier and Berringer national champions 1994.

[@michaelt312]

@@jesusrivera743, Frazier was from Florida

[@joannleichliter4308]

Passing is nice, but if a team can't run, it usually can't win.

[@danrudnick5252]

Definitely interested to see what Heinrich looks like after 6 months with a real QB coach.

[@sherrymurphy330]

Adam is Trev leaving our school!!!??

[@ToddLandholm-ch2ng]

Just by what happened last year I would say we need a fourth QB and I have seen players tank after getting to the college level for more than one reason? I would say don’t f around with 3 QB go out and find a fourth.

[@aroncampos5720]

If HH started 12 games last year then Neb would have gone bowling

[@jesusrivera743]

HH can’t make all the throws he can run but puts it on the ground to many times. If he takes care of that he has the experience to start.

[@mac-y.n.v.-me7043]

We could use a fourth qb

[@MichelleGBR]

Let's get some more likes please! ❤

[@stinky7020]

Harburgh would be a good option QB

[@kylebeggs3845]

They’re paying Raiola almost $2 million next year… he’s starting.

[@williambabcock3139]

Remember: a QB can be limited by his receivers and offensive line

[@user-oc2bq5vg8z]

Trev Alberts just bailed on Nebraska

[@katiekatfreeman]

I think Haarberg is going to be the starter for this season, but I think DR takes over mid season and keeps it by balling out.

[@jesusrivera743]

I don’t agree. Why does Dylan have to be forced to take over, Unless it’s an injury We got to be balling out from the get go besides Colorado has seen HH already. If Dylan rocks we don’t want to say he should have started . Can’t afford to give games away

[@forreal2398]

Sadly Adam I do not think Heirich is talented enough to do what we need a QB to do. Last year I felt he was the best of what we had so use him and maybe he shocks up. But he really didn't. Which is fine cause he did the best he could. He won some which was good, but was not going to blow us away. And I do agree with u. Everyone has to EARN their job. I was a wrestler in HS and for years after I graduated HS and did pretty well. One thing I liked about wrestling was To BE the MAN u had to BEAT the Man, twice. Just in case u caught him the 1st time. If next week he wanted to challenge u to get his job back he had to beat u twice in the same day.

[@JamesLybarger]

HH,DK,DR, not one of them deserves to start! You have to go out on that practice field and EARN your position!

[@HeyThatWeirdGuy]

Connor still makes videos? Lol

[@mjphoto45]

Over under he stays 1 year

[@mattm402]

DR is the day 1 best option. I think DK is a power 5 QB1 but Raiola is the more polished option. Should we get a transfer QB? Answer See Jeff Simms.ask for HH I think he might be good enough to take over and finish a game. Would rather see him move to a reciever/ H back spot.

[@calvinpham3857]

He doesn’t need to play like a heisman… just be average 190-200 yds/gm 20-24 touch downs and 64% completion rate… Nebraska would be 9-3

[@femaleKCRoyalsFan]

Need 77% completion rate...don't we still play Iowa?

[@williamfrizell1313]

1) no 2) yes 3) no 4) yes

[@judysmall8238]

There's no way Ruhle will give it to anyone. The starter will have to earn it.

[@dashcamcalifornia5003]

Totally he didn't just give the job to Jeff Simms when Jeff transferred in he made Jeff earn that job in a competition with Casey and the rest of the QB room at the time

[@williamadair1874]

Harberg was injured you don't lose your job to injury he is QB 1

[@zguy2441]

Let’s not forget that HH won 5 games.

[@emusdad]

This offense, has already coalesced around raiola as the starter. He’s winning them over by his leadership in mar drills and winter conditioning. He’s leading by example and the team is now behind him. Haarberg isn’t going anywhere because he needs to be number two so kaelin can redshirt Raiola is the real deal. He’s not your typical true frosh. He’s been trained and groomed for this position for ten years. He will make mistakes, but that prediction of him being in the top half of big ten qbs, at the end of the year, I’d put money on it

[@kevinsterner9490]

Everyone has a plan until you get punched in the face. We will see how this all shakes out. I'm rooting for all of them. The biggest concern is the transfer portal. We could be down to 2 QB's very quickly 2 games into the season

[@jasonpatterson2143]

Kaelin knows Raiola won't stay and play 4 years. Raiola goes pro in 3 years and Kaelin will have 2 years. Daniel knows he's going to be the starter and he'll be well prepared.

[@jesusrivera743]

Jason you hope . An injury redshirt can extend the time line

[@craigcasper6689]

No yes. Yes no

[@MichelleGBR]

Dylan didn't look too good at the Honolulu bowl.. He needs work.

[@rotzamyrable]

I watched that game and came to the same conclusion... Too many picks

[@pdxcorgidad]

Glenn Thomas gives me the opposite of optimism. Dude has been, uh, not good.

[@jongolden4855]

Glenn Thomas is a bigger deal than Dylan.

[@garypierce7380]

Yes, Dylan Raiola is the immediate answer.

[@scottathy]

He will not be good year 1. He throws way too many 50/50 balls and in HS you can get away with it. In college those windows close. Plus, he went to 4 HS in 4 years. Thats a red flag IMO.

[@gregdavis19]

That worthless QB coach, Frost had ruined Adrian Martinez. Moving on, we need Harrberg to start this season until these other boys get some experience under their belts. College football is way faster than high school you know that.

[@jesusrivera743]

Experience teaches but gifted natural talent wins now

[@dionpryor369]

He's all we got so doesn't matter. What's the percentage of true freshman in football history who has turned a dead blue blood program around? 😮

[@michaelt312]

He isn't all we got. Daniel Kaelin is an awesome QB as well. Don't count him out.

[@chiroguy6969]

He doesn't have to be great. Last season just having a QB who didn't fumble we would have likely won at least 8 games. Having a QB who didn't fumble and was at least an adequate enough passer to be a threat we probably would have won at least 9 games.

[@Paiste1982]

I don’t think Dylan will do well. I don’t see Nebraska being successful without a true mobile qb