Nebraska in-state cornerback prospect finds FCS powerhouse home

One of the really interesting things about the talent levels increasing in Nebraska is that Matt Rhule and the Huskers cannot and will not keep every talented high school player with the program. Some kids are very, very good, but simply don’t rate a Nebraska offer. 

When it comes to guys like Mikhale Ford and his recent commit to North Dakota State, it’s easier to be happier for them. This isn’t a Chase Loftin situation. This isn’t the Huskers somehow losing out in a pitched recruiting battle against one of the best teams in the country.

It’s also not about losing a recruiting battle because of Anthony Rezac-like situation where Ford picked another school because the Huskers offered too late. For the Lincoln East cornerback, the situation is a little bit different.

The Huskers simply didn’t have room for Ford and he ended up going somewhere else. However, it’s a positive outcome as the Nebraska native gets to go play football somewhere that’s quite good. In fact, one of the best FCS programs around. 

Nebraska in-state cornerback prospect finds FCS powerhouse home

The 6-foot-1 cornerback from Lincoln East didn’t get a ton of interest from FBS schools, but it’s clear that the best FCS programs in the country were hot on his trail.

In addition to North Dakota State, Ford received offers from South Dakota, North Dakota, Illinois State and Northern Iowa. In the end, he chose the best of the bunch.

It’s also worth pointing out in this day and age that an in-state prospect starting his college career with North Dakota State could eventually lead to an opening with the Nebraksa football program at some point.

After all, the Huskers haven’t been shy about dipping into the lower levels for talent through the transfer portal. For now, Ford can just focus on playing for one of the best teams on their level. That’s a heck of an accomplishment all on its own.