The Nebraska Cornhuskers” defensive line took another hit as defensive lineman Dylan Parrott has decided to enter the transfer portal. This announcement came just a day after the transfer portal window opened, marking the latest move for the program as it prepares for the upcoming season.
Parrott, who stands 6 feet 5 inches tall and weighs 320 pounds, hails from Eldridge, Iowa. He joined Nebraska as a walk-on ahead of the 2022 season and redshirted during his first year. Over the course of his career at Nebraska, he participated in 39 games during his last three seasons.
Although he only played in three games as a redshirt freshman, Parrott made a significant contribution during his redshirt sophomore year, appearing in all 13 games of the 2024 season. He recorded two tackles during that year, with his first coming against Northern Iowa and his second against Indiana.
The redshirt junior maintained his participation in 2025, again playing in all 13 games. He increased his tackle total to four, with two tackles noted against Akron and another two during the Las Vegas Bowl, where Nebraska faced Utah.
Parrott entered the program as an unranked prospect after his time at North Scott High School, where he only played football during his senior year. Choosing to walk on at Nebraska, he turned down several Division III offers to pursue his collegiate career.
His journey has been particularly inspiring, as he overcame Burkitt lymphoma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer affecting the lymphatic system, at the young age of 10. His resilience and determination have made him one of the more compelling stories on the Huskers” roster.
Throughout his time with Nebraska, Parrott primarily served as a rotational defensive lineman, often playing behind Elijah Jeudy and Riley Van Poppel. During spring practices, teammate Cam Lenhardt expressed optimism about Parrott and the nose tackles, suggesting they could see significant growth following the end of the 2024 season.
During his tenure, Parrott worked with two different defensive line coaches. He initially learned under Terrence Knighton, who left for Florida State, and later spent time with Terry Bradden, who was dismissed after just one season. Parrott also underwent coaching changes with defensive coordinators, first being taught by Tony White before John Butler”s arrival and later Rob Aurich from San Diego State.
Parrott”s decision to enter the transfer portal aligns him with other Nebraska players, including Caden VerMaas, Jamarion Parker, and several others who have chosen to explore new opportunities. As Nebraska continues to navigate the transfer portal for the 2026 season, they have yet to secure any commitments as of now.
Austin Jacobsen, a seasoned radio broadcaster and former Sports Director in Central Nebraska, has provided coverage on this development. With extensive experience in sports journalism, he remains a prominent voice in Nebraska football.
