A Nebraska target in the transfer portal has committed to a Big Ten rival. Julian Fleming made the announcement on Tuesday afternoon.
Fleming was the top wide receiver in the class of 2020 but never cracked the starting lineup during his four years in Columbus. He totaled 79 receptions for 963 yards and seven touchdowns in 38 career games.
The Huskers had been in pursuit of the wide receiver since shortly after he entered the portal in early December. Contact with Fleming had slowed after Nebraska passed on bringing in quarterback Kyle McCord, who later signed Syracuse.
In 12 games this season, Fleming had 270 yards on 26 receptions. He will have one year of eligibility remaining upon his arrival in Happy Valley.
BREAKING: Ohio State transfer WR Julian Fleming has committed to Penn State, per @Hayesfawcett3.
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— On3 (@On3sports) January 3, 2024
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