Nation’s No. 2 overall ranked player commits to Husker football over Alabama, LSU and Tennessee in highly contested decision…

Top 2026 Indiana Prospect Jerimy Finch Jr. Commits to Nebraska, Turns Down National Powers

Nebraska football scored one of its biggest recruiting victories in recent memory with the commitment of elite 2026 defensive end Jerimy Finch Jr., the No. 2 overall player in the state of Indiana and a highly coveted four-star prospect. Finch announced his decision after a fierce recruiting battle that included blue-blood programs like Alabama, LSU, Tennessee, Miami, and Michigan.

The 6-foot-5, 245-pound pass rusher had offers from nearly every top program in the country, and for good reason. With explosive athleticism off the edge, a refined technique for his age, and the kind of motor that rarely turns off, Finch has long been considered one of the premier defensive players in the 2026 class. According to several recruiting analysts, he’s a legitimate candidate to rise to five-star status before signing day.

Finch made his announcement in front of family, friends, and coaches at his high school in Indiana. He cited his relationship with Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule and defensive staff, as well as the direction of the Huskers program, as major reasons for choosing Lincoln over some of college football’s most prestigious names.

“They’ve been honest with me from day one,” Finch said of Nebraska. “Coach Rhule and the whole staff made me feel like I’m not just another recruit — they made me feel like family. I believe in what they’re building, and I want to be a part of bringing Nebraska football back to the top.”

The win speaks volumes about the recruiting prowess of Rhule and his staff, who continue to make serious inroads across the Midwest and beyond. Convincing a top-tier defensive lineman to bypass perennial playoff contenders like Alabama and LSU is a major statement, especially as Nebraska continues to re-establish its national presence.

Finch becomes one of the cornerstone pieces of Nebraska’s 2026 recruiting class, joining a growing list of high-potential prospects drawn to the Huskers’ revamped culture and NFL-style development under Rhule. He projects as an early-impact player with the ability to contribute from day one, especially with his blend of power, quickness, and football IQ.

His commitment also reinforces Nebraska’s recent push to dominate in key battleground recruiting states like Indiana, which has produced several top-flight defensive linemen in recent years. Finch’s presence could help attract other top recruits in the region, as the Huskers continue to gain momentum heading into the future.

For Husker fans, Finch’s decision is a major reason for optimism. Landing a player of his caliber over schools with national championship pedigrees is a strong sign that Nebraska’s rebuild is not just talk — it’s turning into results.

With Finch on board, Nebraska’s 2026 class is shaping up to be one of its most exciting in recent history. The Blackshirts may have just found their next defensive star.