Nebraska quarterback is excited to play behind 'elite' offensive line

Nebraska's new quarterback is already singing the praises of his offensive line. Anthony Colandrea met with the media on Tuesday and expressed his excitement about his front five.

Colandrea joins Nebraska following a breakout junior year with the UNLV Rebels. The St. Petersburg, Florida, native finished the 2025 season throwing for 3,459 yards, 23 touchdowns, and nine interceptions with a 65.9 completion percentage.

The former Rebels' play earned him the Mountain West Offensive Player of the Year award. Before UNLV, Colandrea played two seasons at Virginia. In 19 games, he totaled 4,083 passing yards, 26 passing touchdowns and 20 interceptions.

Colandrea joined a Nebraska team that was looking for a new opening-day starter after Dylan Raiola transferred to the Oregon Ducks. The Husker quarterback room also includes sophomore and bowl game starter T.J. Lateef and former Virginia quarterback Daniel Kaelin. 

The new quarterback made a bold statement during his time with the press, saying he believes this is the best offensive line he has ever played behind.

"They're elite. Those guys are the real deal. It's the best five I've ever been behind, so I'm super excited to play with them."

Nebraska opens the 2026 season on Saturday, Sept. 5, when the Ohio Bobcats visit Memorial Stadium. Kickoff time is set for 11 a.m. CT and can be seen on FS1.

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