One Foot in 2027, One in 2028: Nebraska’s Halloween Blackout Offers a Massive Recruiting Opportunity

Matt Rhule is looking to put the finishing touches on an outstanding 2027 recruiting class while laying the foundations for another talented group in 2028. With Washington coming to Memorial Stadium on Halloween night, the Huskers have the perfect stage to sell their vision of the future. There is something fitting about Nebraska hosting one of its biggest recruiting weekends of the season on Halloween. Memorial Stadium will be dressed in black, the lights will be shining, and more than 85,000 passionate Husker fans will be doing everything they can to create an intimidating atmosphere for Washington.