Nebraska backup QB Luke McCaffrey enters switch portal


LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) Nebraska backup quarterback Luke McCaffrey has entered the switch portal after beginning two video games and showing in 5 others final season, the college’s athletic division confirmed Tuesday.

The brother of NFL star Christian McCaffrey almost beat out Adrian Martinez for the Cornhuskers’ beginning job final fall, and coach Scott Frost in November known as the redshirt freshman “the long run” at quarterback.

McCaffrey changed an ineffective Martinez because the starter for the third sport, a win over Penn State, however dedicated 4 turnovers in a loss to Illinois the subsequent week. Martinez returned as starter for the ultimate 4 video games because the Huskers completed 3-5.

McCaffrey accomplished 48 of 76 passes for 466 yards and one landing and rushed 65 occasions for 364 yards and three TDs. He was on the sideline in road garments for the ultimate sport at Rutgers.

“After fighting this resolution for weeks, I’ve determined to enter the switch portal and discover my choices,” McCaffrey tweeted. “I’m grateful for the assist Nebraska followers have proven me. I’ve a lot love for my coaches and teammates from my time right here. I’m excited for the long run.”

Two of his teammates additionally entered the portal this week – backup offensive lineman Will Farniok and receiver Kade Warner, son of Corridor of Fame quarterback Kurt Warner.

The Huskers’ high playmaker, receiver Wan’Dale Robinson, entered the portal after the season and introduced his switch to Kentucky the identical week.

The departure of McCaffrey leaves Nebraska with three scholarship quarterbacks, Martinez and freshmen Logan Smothers and Heinrich Haarberg.

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