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Nebraska Secures Commitment From Four-Star OT Timi Aliu

Repeated coach contact, five visits plus the commitments of close friends convinced him to choose Nebraska over Florida.

Overview

  • Timi Aliu, a four-star offensive tackle from Locust Grove, Georgia, has committed to Nebraska over Florida and is listed No. 261 in the Rivals Industry Ranking.
  • Aliu said Nebraska coaches maintained heavy contact throughout the process, visiting him in January and this spring and hosting him for five total trips to Lincoln.
  • Assistant coach Geep Wade led the recruiting effort by promising Aliu a role in the Huskers’ offensive-line group and player development, with head coach Matt Rhule also involved.
  • The recent commitments of close friends Jordan Agbanoma and KD Jones helped swing Aliu’s decision by creating an immediate peer group in the 2027 class.
  • The pledge boosts Nebraska’s 2027 class momentum, strengthens future offensive-line depth and signals the program’s relationship-focused recruiting is yielding tangible results.