Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola is making strides on his recovery journey following a successful surgery to mend a broken fibula, which he underwent in New York. Raiola expressed his gratitude for the outpouring of support from fans and followers through a heartfelt social media post from his hospital bed, declaring, “Successful surgery! Thank y’all for the constant love and support!! The road back starts now! God’s got it written!!”
The injury occurred during the third quarter of a game against USC, where Raiola was brought down by a defender during a passing play, resulting in a fumble. Head coach Matt Rhule confirmed that Raiola will be sidelined for the remainder of the season, with an expected recovery timeline of approximately eight to ten weeks.
In the interim, freshman TJ Lateef, who is Nebraska’s No. 2 quarterback, will step into the starting role. Lateef made his debut with the Huskers against Akron, marking an important moment in his early collegiate career.
Nebraska is preparing for its next engagement, facing UCLA in what promises to be an exciting matchup on Saturday at 8 p.m. As fans rally behind Raiola and the team, there remains hope for a successful recovery and future contributions to the Nebraska football program.