Nebraska's star quarterback, Dylan Raiola, suffered a devastating injury during a crucial game against USC. Sources reveal that Raiola's right fibula was broken, ending his season prematurely. The incident occurred early in the third quarter when Raiola was sacked and fumbled the ball. Despite his determination to return, the coaching staff made the tough decision to keep him out of the game for safety reasons.
Raiola, a sophomore, had been an impressive performer this season, completing 72.4% of his passes for 2,000 yards and 18 touchdowns. His performance against the Trojans was particularly notable, as he completed 10 out of 15 passes for 91 yards and a touchdown before the injury. The team's backup, true freshman TJ Lateef, stepped up and performed admirably, going 5-of-7 for 7 yards and rushing for 18 yards on six carries.
This setback extends Nebraska's losing streak against AP Top 25 opponents to 29 games, dating back to 2016. The Huskers will now face a challenging road game against UCLA next Saturday. Despite the unfortunate circumstances, the team's resilience and determination will be tested as they strive to turn their fortunes around.
