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Nebraska Flips 3-Star Linebacker Caleb Green from Missouri
6/15/2026, 11:14:55 PM
Recruitment Breakthrough: Caleb Green Commits to Nebraska
Six-foot-one, 215-pound (some reports list 210 lb) three-star linebacker Caleb Green of Lee’s Summit North High School announced his commitment to the Nebraska Cornhuskers on the morning of June 14, 2026. The Kansas City-area prospect had pledged to the Missouri Tigers on April 26, 2026, but after a camp appearance that impressed Nebraska’s staff on June 7 and a subsequent official visit, he flipped his verbal pledge to the Big Ten program.
Background: Nebraska’s Kansas City Recruiting Strategy
Nebraska’s recent focus on the greater Kansas City market has produced a pipeline of Lee’s Summit North alumni. Green would be the fourth player from that high school to join the Huskers since assistant head coach Jamar Mozee arrived in 2024, following his son Isaiah’s 2025 enrollment. The 2027 class already includes eight June commitments, bringing the total to 18 recruits, and is bolstered by several transfer-portal additions such as former five-star defensive lineman William Nwaneri and safety Jamir Conn.
Timeline of Green’s Recruitment
- April 26, 2026: Green verbally commits to Missouri.
- May 2026: Receives offers from Michigan State, UCF, Iowa State, among others.
- June 7, 2026: Nebraska extends an offer after his camp performance.
- June 12, 2026: Returns to Lincoln for an official visit.
- June 14, 2026: Announces flip to Nebraska via a personal tweet.
Data & Statistics
During his junior season (2025) Green recorded 145 total tackles (114 solo), 14 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, one forced fumble and one recovery. He ranked among the state’s leaders in tackles and was rated the No. 59 linebacker nationally and No. 11 player in Missouri for the 2027 class. 247Sports lists him with an overall rating of 87.
Impact on Nebraska’s 2027 Linebacker Group
Green’s addition completes a linebacker class that previously appeared thin. He joins fellow 2027 commits Eli Harris and rising junior Vincent Shavers, and will compete alongside underclassmen Christian Jones and Dawson Merritt. The commitment reinforces Nebraska’s effort to secure talent in the Kansas City region and addresses a positional need identified by the new defensive staff.
Official Statements & Responses
Nebraska coaches emphasized the relationships Green built during his campus visits and the “opportunity presented by the program” as key factors in his decision. Green confirmed his flip through a tweet posted on June 14, 2026. No formal comment from Missouri was reported.
Criticism & Opposition
Despite the flip, Green had a scheduled official visit to Missouri for the following weekend, suggesting the possibility of a reversal remained until signing day.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
- Weight: Sources list both 215 lb and 210 lb.
- Position: Most sources describe Green as a linebacker; one source refers to him as a defensive lineman.
- Direct quotations: The available material contains no verbatim statements suitable for a quotes section.
What’s Next
Signing Day in December 2026 will determine whether Green’s verbal pledge becomes official. Nebraska will continue to target offensive-line and secondary prospects to round out the 2027 class.
