Nebraska lands ATH Keelan Smith, son of legendary pass rusher Neil Smith
Neil Smith is revving engines as the Kansas Motor Speedway's NASCAR grand marshal on Sunday, his alma mater pushed the recruitment of three-star athlete Keelan Smith across the finish line.
Keelan Smith, a "hybrid" receiver who can play running back or tight end, committed to Nebraska and coach Matt Rhule on Friday. The Missouri native had 11 touchdowns as a junior last season and is expected to remain in the Class of 2024 rather than reclassify. At 6-3, 209, he's viewed as a prospect at outside linebacker in addition to the offensive role.
Neil Smith's college teammate, Danny Noonan, also has a son in the Huskers' 2024 recruiting class: defensive end Maverick Noonan. Danny Noonan was the No. 12 pick in the 1987 NFL Draft by the Dallas Cowboys.