BREAKING: Three-Star Tight End Luke Sorensen Commits to Nebraska Football, Choosing the Huskers Over Ole Miss and Penn State

BREAKING: Three-Star Tight End Luke Sorensen Commits to Nebraska Football, Choosing the Huskers Over Ole Miss and Penn State

 

In a significant recruiting victory for Matt Rhule and the Nebraska Cornhuskers, three-star tight end Luke Sorensen has officially committed to the Huskers, choosing the Big Red over strong competition from Ole Miss and Penn State. The commitment marks another step forward in Nebraska’s mission to rebuild a dominant and balanced program through disciplined recruiting and player development.

 

Sorensen, a 6-foot-5, 230-pound tight end from Wisconsin, made his announcement Thursday evening via social media, posting a heartfelt message thanking his family, coaches, and mentors before declaring, “I’m home. Go Big Red!” His decision immediately generated excitement among Nebraska fans and coaches, who have been prioritizing versatile athletes capable of thriving in Rhule’s physical offensive system.

 

Nebraska’s coaching staff, led by tight ends coach Bob Wager, had made Sorensen one of its top targets for the 2026 recruiting cycle. Known for his strong hands, route-running ability, and willingness to block, Sorensen fits perfectly into the hybrid tight end role Nebraska has been looking to expand. His combination of size, agility, and football IQ gives him the potential to become a future key weapon in the Huskers’ passing game.

 

According to 247Sports, Sorensen ranks among the top 40 tight ends nationally and one of the best prospects from the Midwest region. He visited both Ole Miss and Penn State in recent months but left Lincoln with a clear impression that Nebraska’s atmosphere and coaching philosophy aligned best with his goals.

 

“Coach Rhule and his staff showed me what Nebraska is all about — hard work, family, and faith,” Sorensen said in an interview following his commitment. “It just felt different in Lincoln. I want to be part of something that’s being built the right way.”

 

Nebraska fans have seen Rhule’s recruiting momentum build steadily, especially in the 2026 class. Sorensen joins a growing list of recruits who cite the Huskers’ emphasis on player development, culture, and long-term vision as reasons for committing early.

 

For Rhule and his staff, landing Sorensen also signals success in establishing pipelines in key recruiting territories like Wisconsin and the broader Midwest — areas Nebraska has worked tirelessly to re-establish since Rhule’s arrival.

 

Analysts describe Sorensen as a “complete” tight end who can stretch defenses vertically and block effectively in the run game. His high school film showcases a player who runs crisp routes, adjusts well to the ball, and uses his frame to shield defenders in contested situations — traits Nebraska hopes to translate quickly to the college level.

 

With Sorensen’s commitment, Nebraska continues to strengthen its offensive foundation for the future. The Huskers’ 2026 class is shaping up to be one of the most balanced in recent years, blending skill-position playmakers with physical linemen and smart, high-character recruits.

 

As the Cornhuskers look to return to national prominence, commitments like Sorensen’s represent more than just a win on the recruiting trail — they’re a sign of a program trending steadily upward.

 

Luke Sorensen is now officially part of Nebraska’s future — and Husker Nation coul

dn’t be more excited.