Dylan Raiola’s Stance on Nebraska Influences Life Choices as He Makes Canelo vs Crawford Announcement

When you think of loyalty in college football, Dylan Raiola‘s name is hard to miss. In a world where top recruits often jump ship for bigger programs, Raiola’s love for Nebraska is unmatched. But staying true to the Cornhuskers hasn’t always been smooth sailing—it’s sparked debates, second guesses, and even some awkward celebrations. Before going into that, Dylan shared another Nebraska thing, which itself appeals to fellow Nebraska people.

In a recent Insta story, Dylan Raiola dropped a banger by hyping up the Canelo vs. Terence Crawford fight, saying, “You know who I got… pride of Nebraska.” And honestly? That wasn’t just about the fight. It’s giving major hometown loyalty vibes. Whether he’s repping Crawford or sticking with Nebraska football, Raiola’s all about showing love to the 402. Dude’s loyalty isn’t just talk; it’s his whole brand.

Raiola’s deep ties to Nebraska are impossible to ignore. His dad, Dominic Raiola, is a Cornhusker legend, and Dylan’s decision to flip his commitment from Georgia back in December 2023 wasn’t just a football move. It was personal. As Dylan once put it, “Nebraska is in my blood.” His younger brother Dayton even followed suit, committing to the Huskers and solidifying their family’s connection to the program. Talk about keeping it all in the family, right?

Still, not everyone’s sold on how Raiola carries himself on the field. In a recent podcast, Jack Mitchell said, “It came off as really weird and forced. And like he was trying to play a role he was assigned when he did that celebration by himself.” Others, like Josh Peterson, chalk it up to his age: “He is 19, maybe hasn’t figured out who he is yet.” Fair point; finding your groove in the spotlight isn’t exactly easy.

Despite the chatter, Raiola’s commitment to Nebraska is the real deal. Some fans even see flashes of NFL star Patrick Mahomes in his style of play and leadership. That’s big praise for someone still finding his footing. As Jack summed it up perfectly, “I think there’s a chance it just starts to become more natural. He’s the youngest guy in the room. When you’re the older guy in the room, you just kind of naturally grow into those things.” While things about Dylan’s loyalty have been like this, his support for Nebraska-origin teams was never down.

Raiola’s commitment to Nebraska: more than just football

Dylan Raiola isn’t just about balling on the football field—he’s all about supporting the whole Cornhuskers crew. Whether it’s football, volleyball, or basketball, Raiola shows up for his university. He even posted on his Instagram story during a Nebraska volleyball game against Stanford, saying, “Pride of Nebraska.” Talk about school spirit!

It’s not just volleyball, either. Former Husker Adam Carriker pointed out how Raiola is always showing love for Nebraska’s other teams, saying, “Dylan Raiola’s doing anything he can to lift up all Huskers Sports. From going to Nebraska Basketball games, Husker Volleyball matches & even attending…

And while he’s cheering for the other Nebraska teams, Raiola’s still putting up huge numbers for his own. In his freshman year, he started all 13 games, completing over 67% of his passes (275-of-410) for 2,819 yards and 13 touchdowns. Oh, and he set a record for the most passing yards by a freshman in Nebraska’s history.

Raiola’s a true Husker through and through, supporting his teammates and making a name for himself in the process.

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