Earlier this week we reported on the shocking news that defensive lineman Casey Rogers had entered his name in the transfer portal. Rogers was expected to complete for starting job on the defensive line in 2022. He discussed his decision in more detail on his Twitter page on Thursday. He wrote, “…at this time. I will be entering the NCAA transfer portal to explore all of my options to obtain the best possible education and continue playing football for my last two years of eligibility. I am hoping all doors are open and none have closed…”
The last line of his message provides a ray of hope for Husker fans. We’ve talked many times about how thin that position group is already is, and losing a potential starter at this date and time is not ideal. So there is still some hope that Rogers may return, but there is also the concerning news of him tweeting out that he has received scholarship offers from Arkansas, USC, Washington, Auburn, TCU, and Oregon State. So Rogers will have his pick of some fine programs.
It will also be interesting to see how the Husker coaching staff handles the announcement and if they make a push to keep Rogers or if they’ve already decided to go a different route. Whatever happens, the transfer portal has dramatically changed the balance of power in college athletics, and the players are now the ones holding all the cards. Of course, Rogers will sit and wait to see what happens before making his decision.
— Casey Rogers (@caseyrogers99) April 21, 2022
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